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Training season for a triathlon family can be nuts to say the least and very triathlete centered! Over the years, we’ve learned that in order to keep the peace in the family, there are just some things you never ask your triathlete during this time. We know the response won’t be what we’re hoping to hear, so what’s the use. Plus, it will probably be…
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Nicoise Salad is one of my family’s all time favorite meals, especially in the summer. It is easy, quick, delicious, and healthy. Need I say more. But, I also love to serve it for a crowd for a relaxed meal that still is sure to please. When I serve a crowd, though, I serve it broken down, so people can make their own plates and…
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We love the volunteers at triathlons and in fact, we ourselves, with our families, have been volunteers at a few. But, not all jobs are created equal and especially if you are bringing the kids along, you need to pick the right one so everyone has a positive experience and seriously, so no one gets hurt. But, it can be very, very tricky picking that…
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With peak travel season upon us, it’s inevitable that people will face the dreaded “CANCELLED” post next to their flight at the airport. It seems most of the time, there is no rhyme or reason to why a flight gets cancelled. It can be a gorgeous sunny day or just the threat of bad weather. We’ve faced it more than once and if you haven’t,…
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Do you need a light lunch or a quick snack after that afternoon work out? Having friends or family over and need an appetizer plate? Or, just don’t feel like having a regular meal for dinner? Then, a Mediterranean Platter can be the perfect choice. In the summer, I always have eggplants and fresh veggies on hand that are available from the garden or the…
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I know the word DON’T is strong and can sound mean, but that’s really not my intent. We have just witnessed some “uncomfortable” situations take place at triathlons over the years and hate to see them repeated. By writing these DON’TS, I’m trying to give you tips so that you, your athlete, your kids, and the race community have a very smooth day. We’ve actually…
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This is one type of travel that doesn’t happen to us often, but recently did. It’s going on a couples vacation when only one couple decides to bring a child. It’s one thing when you both have kids along, because your situations are similar and it’s family travel and all that entails. Both of you will most likely want to do similar activities. We’re assuming…
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Summer is here, YEAH, which means crisps are made weekly at my house for dessert! And my new favorite is a strawberry rhubarb crisp. You see, I love fresh local food, so which crisp I make depends on what I find in season at the Farmer’s Markets. This week, I found gorgeous strawberries and rhubarb, so I will make a Strawberry Rhubarb crisp. But, in a…
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Vacations take on a whole new meaning when you live with a triathlete, especially when it’s in the middle of race season. UGH, the stress. Granted, this is something we try to avoid, but it doesn’t always work out that way. Plus, sometimes I JUST NEED A VACATION! So, in those cases when you need to take a vacation in the middle of race season,…
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I am just so thrilled that summer is finally here. Aren’t you? On the one hand, I want to do nothing but sit on my patio in the chaise lounge, cool drink in hand, no phones or computers and enjoy the sun and warmth on my body. But, on the other hand, I want to take advantage of being able to be outdoors while getting…
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THE TRIPARENT…This was a category of trisupporter I had not really thought about – especially the triparent to the single triathlete. What really brought it home to me was meeting a lot of you last year at races. I was first introduced to you through Karen, who stood next to me at Rev3 Quassy and was there cheering on her daughter for the first time….
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This Salmon Sheet Pan Dinner will make your dinner choice and clean up a breeze. And who wouldn’t love that! There are so many nights I really don’t want to do the dishes, I mean who does? But, this is especially true for me in the summer when I’d much rather be outside. Plus, I have the twins home, so I’m trying to get as…
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