Run Woodstock 2012

I started my official training regimen last week for my very first FULL marathon!  In case you're interested, the race is the Running Fit Run Woodstock which takes place the first weekend of September in Pinckney, MI.  If you're in the area you should stop by!  There are a variety of distances for the more and less practiced runner.  It looks like a blast and I absolutely cannot wait!

So far training has been light, as I technically bumped down my mileage to prevent injuries.  I'm still vegan and going strong (except for the occasional cookie, but who's counting?)  My body feels stronger and I keep reducing my mile time.  I'll keep you all updated!

Ps.  I GRADUATED :D

Burn fat, not OIL.

I've always been conscious of recycling and reusing bags at the grocery store, but I never realized how much I'm beginning to morph into a "green freak" until today, when my mother called me a hippie.

I'm not quite sure whether it's the recycle-savvy city of Ann Arbor which I call home, or the strengthening of my love and appreciation of our beloved Planet Earth, but I am most definitely noticing rather environmentally conscious behaviors in myself.

Evidence #1: I strictly shop at whole foods, trader joe, and the farmer's market.

Evidence #2: I recently bought recycled toilet paper.  Yes, recycled. toilet. paper.