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My husband and I are getting ready to set sail shortly for a 10 day sailing trip in the British Virgin Islands. While it sounds amazing, it is coming just at the beginning of my triathlete’s intensive training season. As you can imagine, there was much debate in our household over being able to do this trip at all with our friends and still…
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He’s off on a 3 1/2 hour bike ride and I’m at home getting mold off the patio furniture and packing up “clutter”. What’s wrong with this picture? We’re moving in about a week to our new home, but I’m not quite sure why I’m saying “we”, when I’m actually doing all the work. I decluttered to stage our current home to put on…
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There are so many triathlons all over the world and most in really cool places, making it incredibly tough to choose. But, the truth is, you need to think twice before registering if you’re going to be traveling with the kids in tow. Of course, there are a few basic things to keep in mind when deciding if the location is right for your family,…
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There are so many triathlons all over the world and most in really cool places, making it incredibly tough to choose. But, the truth is, you need to think twice before registering if you’re going to be traveling with the kids in tow. Of course, there are a few basic things to keep in mind when deciding if the location is right for your family,…
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I love to spend time in northern California and the Marin County area is a favorite. My husband and I recently got a chance to spend some time visiting friends in Napa and decided to tack on a few days on our own. So, I started to do my research and uncovered a true gem just over the Golden Gate Bridge called Cavallo Point. The…
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A triathlon house often has the focus on one person – the triathlete. We all know that’s not the way life should be, but we also know that’s our reality. We also know that all too often our vacations are centered around a race. Again, we know that’s not the way life should be, but it’s our reality if we want a vacation at all….
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I’ve noticed a distinct change in my marriage lately and I’m not sure if it’s bad or normal. I didn’t include good here, because I’m not thinking that’s an option. My marriage is experiencing more periods of silence. Oh, we’ve always had moments of silence. Some just the normal course of 2 people living together; some the result of being together 20+ years; and some due…
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I was thrilled to be asked by Fit Fluential to try out Amwell Telehealth’s Registered Dietitians. While I was paid for checking out the services, given my health and well-being journey, having a triathlete husband, a daughter who is professional dancer, and a NCAA diver for my son, it sounded perfect for me. Before I even accept reviewing goods or services, I check out the…
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Parenting is one of those things that is really, REALLY hard, but I don’t need to tell you that. We always worry and ask ourselves if we’re doing it right. Should I do this or should I do that? Then, add one or both parents doing triathlons to the mix and yikes… Truth is, there is usually no right answer to the “are we…
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UPDATE 2/15/16: Our Valentine’s Day raffle is closed and we are pleased to announce the two winners of the $75 American Express Gift Cards. Big congratulations go to Courtnie and Erica who found us through Instagram and Twitter! Enjoy your cards… If there are 2 things we love ALMOST as much as our triathletes, it’s wine and chocolate. Add travel to the mix, and well,…
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If you are not getting to participate in deciding race venues triwife/partner, you may need to have “the conversation”. This should really be a joint decision or at the very least, you should get to voice your opinion on which races they’re thinking about. So, the next time your triathlete says, “I’m thinking of signing up for Ironman Mont Tremblant” here’s what you should ask…
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My husband and I recently had to make one of the most difficult decisions of our lives – deciding when the time was right to end our dog’s suffering. I hate every verb and phrase for what to call this. All of the terms are terrible – euthanasia is so clinical and putting down is just crass. My husband finally chose to tell the vet…
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