MomLete

10/22/2024

Oh man, I feel like a total jerk because I haven't posted here in such a long time. I know you and my parents are the only people who read this, but I feel bad, regardless. Thanks for checking back in with me. The Chicago Marathon was last weekend, and I can't believe it was ONLY just over a week ago....

Oh man, I feel like a total jerk because I haven’t posted here in such a long time. I know you and my parents are the only people who read this, but I feel bad, regardless. Thanks for checkin…

10/04/2024

This boy and (second picture) this org are my reasons for running the next weekend. This boy, my little boy, battled pediatric cancer, and this group of people who helped him and our family help me push through every mile. If you know a family going through pediatric cancer, consider donating to my marathon fund! Link in bio and THANK YOU!

09/21/2024

I started out feeling really good for my 20-miler this morning! I was crushing it through halfway (and saw a pretty sunrise!) and then I started to fall apart a bit. I finished, and that’s what’s important (right? Riiight???), but there was quite a bit of walking and learning from mistakes. When I got home, my PTs in training took good care of me. On to next week!

09/11/2024

Not too long ago, our little boy rang the bell to signal the end of his treatment for leukemia. Not too long after that, we had a really big party in our yard to celebrate and say thank you to all of the friends and family members who helped us throughout the treatment process. We ordered a ton of Portillos (potentially too much Portillos - I think the beef au jus was leaking out of my pores at one point) and cupcakes and did our best to say thank you and talk to every person who came....

Not too long ago, our little boy rang the bell to signal the end of his treatment for leukemia. Not too long after that, we had a really big party in our yard to celebrate and say thank you to all …

09/06/2024

I relearned today that ice is cold. But I also ran 20 miles this morning, so I can do hard things

08/30/2024

Exciting stuff happened last week! I got new running shoes, and our boy had a giant party to celebrate ringing the bell 🔔!!! September is pediatric cancer awareness month, and cancer just isn’t something a kid should have to worry about. Groups like can help kids going through treatment by granting wishes and planning fun events, but they also help fund research with partners throughout the Midwest. Consider donating to my marathon fundraising campaign (see bio) or directly to Cal’s Angels on their website. Thanks!

08/22/2024

I love repping in our New Balance singlets!! Ran 6 today nice and easy to get ready for 18 tomorrow!

08/15/2024

I've tried to starting writing this about 10 times. Every time I sit down to put something in this text field, I suddenly remember something else I need to do. I think my avoidance of the topic is interesting evidence of trauma, in that I can't trust that this good thing is going to last. Something bad is going to happen now, I can feel it....

I’ve tried to starting writing this about 10 times. Every time I sit down to put something in this text field, I suddenly remember something else I need to do. I think my avoidance of the top…

08/03/2024

I’m trying to feel good about today’s run (pic 1), but it felt pretty bad (pic 2). 15 miles in much warmer temp and higher humidity than I was expecting. I also ate a lot of junk this week, including a gyro for dinner (usually a great choice but terrible idea for a night before a long run) and this life changing cookie butter (pic 3). Holy cow, have you guys tried this? Then here’s Milo the snuggle pup, (pic 4) just for cuteness. And finally, (pic 5) I did the speed run on the treadmill this week, and that was a great choice. I felt more in control of the pace and timing. Now, where did I put that cookie butter…

07/31/2024

My Running buddy. He finished my long run with me this weekend, making the last mile a LOT more fun than it usually is

07/21/2024

Ignore the roots peeking through! It was a 90s weekend, and I danced with friends, sang great/terrible songs loudly with strangers, and ran 10 miles on Sunday. Now it’s time to ice, scrape, and foam roll.

07/14/2024

I ran 12 yesterday. It didn’t feel good. I went early but it was hot and humid by the time I was finishing. All of my clothes were soaked, as well as my camelback beach pack. Soaked. Water from my body. Anyway I finished it but have felt sick and dehydrated all weekend, which means I still have more to learn about hydrating beforehand, during the run, and afterward too. It didn’t help that I was already coming down with a cold. I’m going to prioritize rest this week, even with my birthday coming up this Wednesday. All I want for my birthday is to feel rested.