Back in the Saddle again 2026 edition

Two works out and three runs.  Trying to get my base back up to 5 miles for an easy run but it may take a bit.  It would be nice to have 3 five milers in a week versus 3 three milers.  I remember thinking I hope I never go below 5 and now here am I, struggling just to get back to that.  Two four milers and a 3 miler.  Slow progress.  Also, my town is having a half marathon again this year in May.  IF they allow dogs, I might think about doing with Ollie for her first half marathon.  I vaguely remember asking last year and it was a NO so asking again just to make sure.  I would love to do another half in my own hometown, but I also understand rules and regulations.  I am not an ask for forgiveness person when it comes to races.  

A couple of things.  I saw this posted on someone else's FB page and I stole it.  I am so very lucky to have so many amazing women and men for that matter in my life supporting me and being my friend.  I get lots of claps. I am very, very lucky in those regards.  Not everyone does. My mom told me at some point you will hit this time in your life where you don't give a shit.  I am very lucky to be at that point in my life, and I am LOVING it.  I love this reminder anyway.  Find your tribe.  I have dog show friends, running friends, track friends, sports mom/school friends, work friends, and dog running friends.  I am surrounded by a lot of amazing women of all ages.  We lift each other up.  We help each other by listening, giving advice if asked, and supporting in any way possible.   Sometimes that might just be a text, a comment on a FB post, a messenger message or a reel on insta.  Sometimes it's a voice message, an in-person brewery or coffee date, or a phone call.   I am incredible lucky to have this support system in my life.  I wouldn't be where I am today without them.  Find your tribe!  It doesn't have to be huge but find them, love them, and don't let go!

Also don't mind the tears.  I'm just sitting here sifting through lots of photos trying to pick out Andrew's 8th grade baby photo and the photo for his slide show for promotion.  I feel like these last 9 years have FLOWN by.  Blink and it's gone.  I asked if he wanted input or if he wanted it to be surprised and he voted input.  He chose this one for the yearbook:

And this one for the slide show.  

I wanted one with his red hair showing like this one but it's his choice.

Or we could go with this one to totally embarrass him!

Have a great week y'all!