Welcome to the June edition of the Ultimate Coffee Date hosted by Coco and Deborah.  It’s also time for another edition of Fit Five Friday hosted by My First 5K and More, Running with Attitude, Run Laugh Eat Pie, Runs with Pugs, and me!  

Now, grab a mug of your favorite beverage, and let’s chat briefly!

If we were having coffee…
I’d tell you that I found out I snore while sleeping.  This is new to me.  I realized a few months ago and my sister confirmed it.  Nothing wrong with it but just surprised.  

If we were having coffee…
I’d tell you that I will be running the Chicago Marathon in October.  I was picked to be on the Team TCS Teacher.  While I am happy about it,  I was actually surprised when I got the email.  The last time I ran a marathon was in 2016.  My #1 goal is to finish but am wondering if I can get a PR (5:12:59 from 2016).

If we were having coffee…
I’d tell you that when I found out I was picked to run the Chicago Marathon, I downloaded an 18-week Hal Higdon training plan.  I printed it and added the week dates to it.  I was ready to start training next week.  Then I saw a post from Mary Johnson on Instagram for a group training program for the marathon.  I have worked with her before and signed up for the program.  I won’t be working with her, but am excited to work with a coach.

If we were having coffee…
I’d ask you if you ever saw the show “Desperate Housewives”.  I remember watching a few episodes but was never a fan.  Now I am watching it on Hulu and I am hooked.  It is a funny show but sometimes some of the characters get on my nerves.  I think Susan is the most annoying one.

If we were having coffee…
I’d tell you Summer Break is off to a good start.  It was nice to not have to work but it felt weird on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday not having the routine of going to work.  I am on the School Leadership Team and we had a meeting yesterday and have another one today so I’ve had to go to school.  However, no students!

The topic for next week’s Fit Fit Friday – 5 great fitness friendly meals.  Feel free to write about this or any fitness topic you’d like.  We hope you’ll link up with us!

Welcome to the May edition of the Ultimate Coffee Date hosted by Coco and Deborah.  It’s also time for another edition of Fit Five Friday hosted by My First 5K and More, Running with Attitude, Run Laugh Eat Pie, Runs with Pugs, and me!  

Now, grab a mug of your favorite beverage, and let’s chat briefly!

If we were having coffee…
I’d tell you that I am already making plans to spectate the Boston Marathon in 2025.  My niece goes to school in Boston and has offered me a place to stay.  The date is April 21.  It is perfect because I am off on Friday for Good Friday and can leave Thursday after work or Friday morning.

If we were having coffee…
I’d tell you that I am planning to go to Minnesota in July.  My nephew got married in March in Mexico but I wasn’t able to go.  His wife is from Minnesota and her family is planning a wedding celebration.  I feel terrible that I missed the wedding in Mexico but now plan to make it to this celebration.

If we were having coffee…
I’d tell you that I submitted an application for Team TCS Teachers.  If I get picked, I get an entry to run the Chicago Marathon (1st choice) or the NYC Marathon (2nd choice).  Cross your fingers and toes so that I get picked!

If we were having coffee…
I’d tell you that I am physically and emotionally exhausted.  I come home tired with no desire to do anything.  I only want to read and cuddle with my cats.  I know this is the usual around this time but this year hit me hard.  I like my job but there are days that I hate being a dual language teacher.  It is more work than a regular teacher and I don’t get paid more for doing that job.  

If we were having coffee…
I’d tell you that today we receive our assignment letter.  This letter states our job for the following school year.  However, there is no guarantee that that is the job I will have next year.  The District is known for moving teachers to a different job during the Summer, a few days before the start of the school year, and halfway through the school year.  

The topic for next week’s Fit Fit Friday – 5 ways to celebrate the mother runner in your life.  Feel free to write about this or any fitness topic you’d like.  We hope you’ll link up with us!

Welcome to the April edition of the Ultimate Coffee Date hosted by Coco and Deborah.  It’s also time for another edition of Fit Five Friday hosted by My First 5K and More, Running with Attitude, Run Laugh Eat Pie, Runs with Pugs, and me!  

Now, grab a mug of your favorite beverage, and let’s chat briefly!

If we were having coffee…
I’d ask you if you remember how last month I mentioned that I made an offer on a house but it wasn’t accepted.  I offered $30k over the asking price.  Well, I found out that the selling price was $35k over the asking price.  I was outbid by $5k!  Can you believe it?

If we were having coffee…
I’d tell you I tried the Lavender Oatmilk Latte from Starbucks and I LOVED it.  My coworker wasn’t too crazy about the lavender taste.  I though it was mild but just enough for me to like it.

If we were having coffee…
I’d tell you that today is my last day of Spring Break.  It went by fast.  I actually enjoyed it.  I watched TV and read my book.  I didn’t leave my house for two days.  The weather wasn’t too friendly either so I had no desire to go outside.

If we were having coffee…
I’d tell you that I am all caught up on Law and Order: Special Victims Unit.  I started watching it from the beginning sometime last year on Hulu.  Wow!  WHAT A SHOW!!  Now I want to see the original Law and Order, but on Peacock I can watch beginning with Season 13.  The episodes are also available on Hulu but with Live TV and that is an extra cost.  It is about  $60 per month.  Umm, no thank you.  There are other shows to watch.

If we were having coffee…
I’d tell you that I signed up for a 10 mile race for this Sunday.  I asked to change it to the 5k.  I am not sure if I want to do it anymore because of the weather.  I know, I know.  I am being a wimp.  I am over this cold and gloomy weather.  I hate that I paid for a race and will not show up again.  Last year I paid for the NYC Half Marathon and didn’t make it to NY.  Let’s see how I feel Sunday morning.

The topic for next week’s Fit Fit Friday – 5 things in your race kit.  Feel free to write about this or any fitness topic you’d like.  We hope you’ll link up with us!

Welcome to the March edition of the Ultimate Coffee Date hosted by Coco and Deborah.  It’s also time for another edition of Fit Five Friday hosted by My First 5K and More, Running with Attitude, Run Laugh Eat Pie, Runs with Pugs, and me!  

Now, grab a mug of your favorite beverage, and let’s chat briefly!

If we were having coffee…
I’d tell you that I am no longer going to NYC to run the half marathon.  The training hasn’t been there.  I thought about running it without training but feel like I will end up injured.  And that is the last thing I want.  I am happy I ran it last year and maybe will plan to go again another year.

If we were having coffee…
I’d tell you that last month I told you that I paid over $600 for night guards.  Imagine my surprise when I got a message from the receptionist telling me that apparently my insurance did cover it and I was getting a check back.  That money went straight to my savings account.

If we were having coffee…
I’d tell you about my fun experience when I went to get a mammogram.  Last week on Thursday I got a reminder for my appointment the next day at 8:40am.  The next day I left a little early so I could get something to eat for breakfast and to hopefully be seen before my appointment time.  I knew it wouldn’t take long and the plan was to go back to work.  I arrived at the hospital but the receptionist told me that she didn’t see my name on the calendar.  I was confused thinking that maybe I had the wrong date and time.  But how could I when I got a reminder the day before.  Suddenly, I realized that I was in the wrong hospital.  I had gone to the one I used to go.  Luckily, it was still early and the correct hospital was about 15 minutes away.  I arrived on time and was done in about 10 minutes. 

I got my results yesterday.  Everything is normal.  

If we were having coffee…
I’d tell you that a few weeks ago I made an offer on a house and it was not accepted.  My offer was $30k OVER the asking price!  My agent told me the owners received 32 offers.  The house was “cheap” and it needed some work to be done.  I was ready to do it and was actually excited about it.

If we were having coffee…
I’d tell you I am now a fan of shopping at Aldi’s.  I remember the store as a kid.  I also remember it (years later) the store being closed on Sundays and they would only take cash or debit cards only (not the case now).  I have found some great options there and for a lower price.  I like to buy chips, fruit, and vegetables.   I also like the balsamic vinaigrette for my salad.  Can you believe that these past two weeks I have eaten a salad for lunch?  Yep, my salad has spinach, strawberry, chickpeas, feta cheese, and walnuts or sunflower seeds.  It is delicious and looks so pretty. 

The topic for next week’s Fit Fit Friday – 5 things in your gym bag.  Feel free to write about this or any fitness topic you’d like.  We hope you’ll link up with us!

Welcome to the February edition of the Ultimate Coffee Date hosted by Coco and Deborah.  It’s also time for another edition of Fit Five Friday hosted by My First 5K and More, Running with Attitude, Run Laugh Eat Pie, Runs with Pugs, and me!  

Now, grab a mug of your favorite beverage, and let’s chat briefly!

If we were having coffee…
I’d tell you I wish I were in Orlando for the Olympic Marathon Trials.  In 2020 I went to Atlanta to spectate and had a lot of fun.  I also ran the Publix Atlanta Half Marathon so it was a busy weekend.

If we were having coffee…
I’d tell you that I am excited for Kara Goucher’s partnership with Brooks.  I will admit that at first I didn’t know too much about her but remember watching her compete in various races.  It wasn’t until I read her book that I learned more about her and began to like her more.  I briefly saw her in Atlanta but have never met her.  

If we were having coffee…
I’d tell you that I just spent $675 on a night guard.  I’ve been wearing one for years but I think I spent $100 or so for it.  It was time for a new one but didn’t realize it would cost that much money.  I couldn’t get the same one as before because my previous dentist retired and now I have a new dentist. Unfortunately, my insurance company doesn’t cover it – and I have good insurance!

If we were having coffee…
I’d tell you that today is the 100th day of school.  Wow!  Times does fly by.  It was a busy week with too many assessments, etc., so we celebrated with a movie and popcorn party.  We are watching the Toy Story movies and currently are on the third movie.  Of all of them, that is my favorite one.

If we were having coffee…
I’d tell you that sometimes I get annoyed when people are vague on social media.  Someone I know posted an Instagram story and mentioned 29 weeks.  I then sent her a message asking 29 weeks for what.  She then responded “Training”.  And then I asked her “Training for what?”  She then said she was planning to do a marathon in August.  I should have stopped at this moment, but I didn’t.  I then asked her which one which she then proceed to leave me a voice mail message.

The topic for next week’s Fit Fit Friday – 5 things you love about working out.  Feel free to write about this or any fitness topic you’d like.  We hope you’ll link up with us!