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Well, after a very active triathlon season in 2014, I had expectations that 2015 might be a repeat. Most races were scheduled, the first one being Ironman 70.3 Oceanside on March 28, and training was in full swing. But, I should have listened to his complaints about recurring tendonitis and plantar fasciitis, his visits back to his physical therapist, and the wrapping of said feet…
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During our recent trip to Puerto Rico, there happened to be a number of young children traveling with their parents. I have kids. I have nieces and nephews. And, I traveled with them at all ages. In fact, I’ve flown solo with the twins since they were 11 weeks old. I love kids and I particularly love to see families that travel, but after listening…
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One of my great joys in life is cooking. So, I’ve always got an eye out when I travel for new ways to cook old favorites, for food I’ve never tried or even heard of, or for new spices, flavors, and colors. This breakfast just happens to be island inspired. Cooking inspiration. It’s truly all around you. Just be open to the possibilities… On our…
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Ever dreamed of a trip of a lifetime to the Far East? We certainly have. Looking for that true destination Ironman race? We certainly are. Well, guess what? Now you can combine the two for the best of both worlds… Combine TRAVEL AND TRIATHLON for A Destination Race That Will Wow… Seriously! We are so excited to be partnering with Mandarin Journeys on a unique,…
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I am married to an age group triathlete who, in the past, has finished in the top 20-25% of his age group; not World Championship qualifying, but triwife worthy admiration status, none-the-less…He is also an Ironman XC athlete, which HAS allowed him to qualify. In the past five years with Ironman XC, he has qualified for the Ironman World Championships twice and 70.3 World Championships,…
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Join The #StraighTalkonSteak Twitter Party March 26th! Who wants Good Conversation, Healthy Lunch Tips, and well…a STEAKLICIOUS Giveaway! Then join us…. TWITTER PARTY: Thursday, March 26 at noon ET. TOPIC: Elements of a healthy diet, including beef. WHO: Anyone can join Omaha Steaks for a Healthy Lunch @Omahasteaks #StraightTalkonSteak. WHAT: Two participants will receive the Eating Well Combo from Omaha Steaks, which includes Top Sirloins,…
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Bad things can happen anywhere, anytime! I’ve learned this the hard way, seriously. But, when bad things happen when you travel, it can be a bit unnerving. Unfamiliar surroundings and unfamiliar people, made worse when you’re out of the country…like on our recent trip to Puerto Rico. But, I won’t let these events stop me from doing what I want and traveling to where I…
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Stay local when you travel! And, eat local, too! That’s our motto when we travel. Whenever we travel, we often try to rent a house in a residential neighborhood rather than stay at a hotel/resort. And, we always eat local. We look at all the reviews and tour books, then we turn to people in the know – the locals! If we know someone who lives…
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It’s our first race of the season and I’m a wreck… It’s almost impossible to believe that 10 months have passed since my husband was hit by a drunk driver while on a training ride. It hit me really hard then, especially when the EMT told me his helmet saved his life, and it is hitting me AGAIN hard now. And, like really hard! In…
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I’ve done a lot of traveling over the years. A lot. For business and pleasure. For vacations and triathlons. Solo and with friends and/or family. Quick getaway weekends to month-long safaris. On a budget to all out luxury. All sorts of travel. But, the one constant in each trip has been the opportunity I was afforded to learn life lessons; to become a better person;…
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We are just over a week away from the first travel triathlon, well, the first triathlon of the season, and there is a bit of flurry in my house to say the least. You would think that after all these years, we would have this under control, but often life gets in the way. Plus, it’s been almost a year since we did this. I…
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When it comes to feeding my triathlete, I’m always trying to come up with meals and snacks that meet all of his needs and mine, too. They have to be tasty, nutritious, relatively easy to make, and made with as much real food as possible. We both happen to love Nuttzo, which is a medley of 7 nuts and seeds, organic of course. So,…
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