Pug-lessMurphy was psyched when he found out that we were taking a trip to the vet this morning. He loves the vet… like, a lot. He even cries (with excitement) at the thought of spending time there. The people, pets, and[...] |
No Body Pump? No Problem.If you?re a regular reader of Carrots ?N? Cake, you know much I enjoy Body Pump. I attend classes regularly and it?s a quick, dirty, and fun workout! But, I know not everyone has access to Body Pump classes, so here are[...] |
Half AwakeApparently, I am still recovering from the weekend because I totally slept through my alarm this morning. I set it for 4:45 AM like I do every Tuesday night, but I guess I shut it off when I was only half awake this[...] |
10 Things My Mom Taught MeA few days ago, Jenna wrote a really sweet post about some of the things her mom taught her. I loved the idea, so I decided to do the same. Two wrongs don?t make a right. No meal is complete without a piece of[...] |
The Half of QuincyWahoo!! I earned myself a new half marathon PR today! My previous PR was 1:58:01 at the Chilly Half Marathon last November, but I murdered it with a 1:57:16 (8:57 pace) at The Half of Quincy this morning! A[...] |
Blog Dogs #11Bella & Abbey Labs, 5 years old & 8 months Fun fact: Bella and Abbey are Murphy ?s cousins! Allie Goldendoodle, 2 years old Clark French Bulldog, 1.5 years old Lucky[...] |
What Not to Do the Day Before a Half MarathonRemember this running post from last week? Well, here?s what not to do before race day: Wake up and eat a greasy diner breakfast. Despite how delicious it might taste. Partake in strenuous[...] |
5 Napkins BurgerLast night, I was invited to the ?soft opening? of 5 Napkin Burger in Boston?s Back Bay. The restaurant officially opens to the public next week on March 23rd, so 5 Napkins wanted to celebrate by inviting their family,[...] |
I Just Had to RunIt?s 67 degrees outside! I love it!! With this type of weather, I just had to run! I?m running a half marathon on Sunday, so I only ran 4 miles, but I pushed myself to stay at 9-minute miles, which was tough. Running is[...] |
Oatmeal Almond Butter Chocolate Chip CookiesHappy Cookie Friday !!! Yesterday, I had a serious craving for chocolate chips cookies, so I whipped up a healthier version using rolled oats, almond butter, and liquid egg whites instead of white flour and an entire[...] |