We recently spent 9 days with another couple, 7 of which were on a sailboat. We had no idea what to expect going in. While we’ve known each other for quite a few years, we’ve never spent any serious time together. And, what made this trip even more interesting and a huge question mark was that both husbands are triathletes who would be trapped on…
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We love Ironman 70.3 Puerto Rico and it’s always at the top of our race list. I will say, though, there are a few things to pay attention to as a spectator. It’s not a super stroller-friendly race. Although there’s only one transition area, the swim-in is a haul and getting back to swim-out can be difficult. And, if you are not a bit of…
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Some nights you just need a quick sauce full of flavor to serve over your favorite pasta. When this is how I’m feeling, I choose spaghetti squash and then make a quick, yummy sauce to go with it. We love spaghetti squash, because it is full of nutrients like potassium, beta carotene, and vitamin A, yet only has about 60 calories in a cup…
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David and I were in Puerto Rico last year for the Ironman 70.3 and had such a great time. Syd came down and brought one of her friends to hang out with. We rented an apartment in Old San Juan and had plenty of time to explore; and explore we did. We were lucky enough to spend the week before and after the race just…
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Who’s had that day when you finally realize what you’re doing isn’t working and it’s time for a change? Well, that day recently happened to me. My working out on my own just hadn’t gotten me the results I wanted or needed and so, I knew in my heart that it was time to do things differently and that meant I had to hire a…
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So, we went on vacation and I sort of felt like I was at a triathlon, but oh, it was so much better…. For ten years, my triathlete hubby and myself traveled mostly to triathlon destinations around the world. I mean we got to see some amazing places and I was thrilled and never complained about the travel. But, then came David’s accident in 2014,…
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I see no better way to support International Women’s Day on March 8 than supporting the women who strive everyday just to survive and eke out a living for their families. Let me explain… Currently, I am spending a wonderful vacation in Belize. I am in the southern most district of Toledo, staying at the beautiful Belcampo Belize. I am having a fantastic and eye…
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When we are in Puerto Rico, whether for the Ironman race or purely vacation, we rent a penthouse in Old San Juan, so much of our food and fun is there. We tend to stay far away from the ports for many reasons, but mainly because the cruise crowds are just overwhelming. Honestly, we tend to ask the locals where to eat and not use…
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It happens. Kids grow up and then they are 18 and legal to drink in many countries where you may travel. The summer after my twins turned 18, they traveled to Europe and India together and were legal to drink. As they were staying in small hotels and hostels, we knew they would be asked regularly if they wanted a drink and so, we knew…
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I’m writing this article a bit tongue in cheek. On the one hand, I’m trying to inject some humor here. On the other hand, I sometimes wonder if sleeping in separate bedrooms might be best for both of us, but especially me, the trispouse! My triathlete husband doesn’t even have to be in full-on intensive training mode for my sleep pattern and hence, my well-being,…
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I find myself on all types of adventures; work, visiting kids, being with family, on vacation, and so on. While I’m on these adventures, I like to have a few of my own essentials that make my life happier and easier. So, there are a few odd items I rarely leave at home. Now, I’m not talking mascara, camera, and shoes. I’m talking food…
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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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