Hey there! I’m glad to be getting back to regular posting and the timing is perfect with the Ultimate Coffee Date in session, hosted by Coco and Deborah!
The first Saturday of the month has been a great time to see how people are doing with running and life! I can’t believe that I’ve let my absence extend so long, but better late than never. I’m going to grab a virtual cup of iced chai and get ready to catch up!
Let’s Catch Up!
If we were having coffee, I would tell you that I can’t believe that it’s been so long since I’ve blogged. It was completely unintentional. Work has been so busy and I’ve really cherished the little down-time that I get, so sadly I had to step away from the blog for a while. But the good news is that I’m back and looking forward to more consistent posting again! I’ve really missed it and all my running blogger friends.
If we were having coffee, I would tell you that I haven’t been running very much these last few months. I was actually starting to pick things up and then started having knee pain out of nowhere. Thankfully, I put 2 and 2 together and realized that my Superfeet insoles had several hundred miles on them. While I was rotating between 2 pairs of sneakers, I only used one pair of insoles. Duh…I won’t make that mistake again! Now I’m in new shoes and insoles and feeling much better!
If we were having coffee, I would tell you that I had an amazing vacation in Asheville, NC back in early May. We drove all the way down from Philly and it was a LONG drive but totally worth it. The Blue Ridge Mountains are absolutely stunning! And being a gal that enjoys beer, we loved all the brewery options. It was great that Bret and I were able to get a few date nights together while E was with my MIL back at the Airbnb. I had meant to create some type of Instagram Reels montage but it was too overwhelming so I gave up! We had a great time running, hiking, visiting Biltmore Estate, and again, the breweries!
If we were having coffee, I would tell you that I really got away from Instagram for a while. It was getting too stressful for me, and I never thought any of my posts were “good enough” or interesting enough. Why write a full paragraph in the caption for only 10 likes? And I’ve felt pretty insecure comparing myself to all the effortless mother runners out there (I know, I know). I get too caught up and obsessed with the numbers, so I know I have to keep myself somewhat detached from it all. Have you ever struggled this way? I appreciate any tips!
If we were having coffee, I would tell you that E has been such a joy. Her language skills never cease to amaze me, and I just enjoy having any kind of conversation with my little girl. The toddler age is something else! This one seems like she could be a lawyer someday with all the negotiations lol. It takes a lot more coaxing now, but I think we’ll be able to keep going with the stroller runs and hikes in the carrier for a little while longer. Hopefully we can have more adventures this summer and fall!
I so hope you’re doing well! What would you share with me over coffee?
Welcome back! I haven’t been blogging much yet either but now that the dust has kindasorta cleared, I’m hoping to get back into it too! I’ve been on/off with instagram as well — I pop in whenever I have a pretty picture that I feel like sharing (+ can post quickly enough that I don’t get distracted by something else…).
I’m glad you had fun in Asheville — I love that place + those mountains absolutely gorgeous! :]
Hi Farrah, nice to see you!! The nice thing is the blog is here whenever we’re ready dto jump back in. The mountains were so beautiful – I kept imagining if they were this beautiful in the spring, how amazing it must look in the fall!
Hah! I think toddlers and pre-schoolers are natural lawyers as they figure out all the “rules” and test the boundaries — that’s what lawyers do!
I’ve given up on posting on IG just for the time suck of it all. I scroll through it a few times a week but there is so much sponsored content that gets frustrating.
It’s great to see you back any way you manage it. 😉
Thank you, Coco! I thought you might have some insight on that, lol!
Oh I have wasted a lot of time with IG, I put the time reminders on and things but sometimes I just ignore them and keep scrolling.
I’m so glad you’re back! Like you, I’m struggling with IG. It’s not my content, it’s the demands for reels and stories. I’m not a poser, and I don’t have time to mess around with my photos to make a reel. One of my patients is a content creator and I seriously considered hiring her, lol. But really, this is just a hobby for me and a way to connect with my running friends. I just have to keep my perspective.
E is adorable! This is the best age, I think! Every day is a new day with a toddler. Enjoy every minute.
Thank you Wendy! IOh that’s one of the things I really can’t get into with IG…I’m not interested in dancing around and the Reels take way too much work to figure out, though I admire those who do it so effortlessly! And we are having a blast with E, it feels like such a special time 🙂
That vacation looks amazing, Janelle! There’s nothing better than enjoying nature as a family.
I’m not on IG or Facebook because I know I would spend (waste?) a lot of time on these platforms.
I prefer to focus on blogging. I’ve received so many tips and ideas from other bloggers, it’s great fun!
Thanks, Catrina! It was such a great trip and we had some great food as well! I’ve really missed blogging and I was worried that it was starting to “die out”, but now I see that’s not true and I’m glad to be part of this community!
Welcome back.
Glad to hear that it was the Shiites not an injury. My legs always feel better with new shoes.
I heard Asheville is a great place to visit.
I do like IG. But I don’t really look or care about the numbers.
Thanks, Darlene! That was a false alarm for sure…glad that I can get back to running safely now! Asheville was really cool, and great food! I just need to stop looking at the numbers…
I have a love/hate relationship with Instagram. But I do HATE the reels – the dancing ones and the ones where they talk too much are the worst. Those I will definitely skip over. I am glad you were able to get away. Looks like a great time and I would have also loved the breweries!
I just can’t get down with Reels. Most of them annoy me but I like to support my blogging friends who do them. It’s just not me! But yeah, Asheville has SO many brewery options it’s almost too many!
I know I commented a few days ago but now don’t see it. Anyway-great to have you back blogging. It is hard to find time for yourself when you have a toddler. We were also in Asheville in March for the half race. It was a fun little town to explore
For some reason your comments always go in my spam folder – ugh! Thanks, Deborah! I’m glad to be back. I would love to race in Asheville sometime for an excuse to go back!
Hey! It’s good to see you back blogging! It can be tough to squeeze in sometimes for sure. Love that family pic of you all. Toddler E is growing fast and so cute! Glad you enjoyed Ashville! Instagram has drastically changed recently. Ugh.
Thanks so much, I’m happy to still be here! And thank you – I’m biased but I agree about E. 🙂 I just can’t handle IG these days!
welcome back!
The instagram trap is real. But no need to waste time on something that doesn’t feel right.
Glad the knee issues were a quick resolution