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Discovery Cove Orlando Review–I Swam with Dolphins!
I have wanted to go to Discovery Cove since it first opened when I was in college. Despite how badly I wanted to go, it never seemed to be the right time to visit the park. This past week that all changed and our scheduled finally gave us a free day to visit during the [...]
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Back From Orlando–Disney Highlights
We are back at home in Asheville after a 5 day trip to Orlando. My husband’s family decided to take our two nephews (plus the rest of the clan) to Disney for the first time. So we decided to go to O-town and split our time between my parents who still live in Orlando and [...]
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The Ultimate Marathon Spectators Guide
The only thing more fun than running the Chicago Marathon may be spectating the Chicago Marathon. In fact, some (like my husband) may argue that spectating is even more fun because it doesn’t involve doing something ridiculous…. like actually running 26.2 miles. My husband, my best friend, and her husband were basically the most successful [...]
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Rodney Yee’s Daily Yoga – Workout DVD Review
Finding time to workout and exercise can be hard. I find that workout DVD’s can be a good way for someone who is time strapped and budget conscious to get their heart rate up. I am going to start reviewing some of my favorite workout DVD’s on the blog so you can decide if you’d [...]
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Time is a Funny Thing
Time is a funny thing. I never seem to have the perfect amount of it. I either seem too busy. I want and need more minutes, more hours. I rush around, trying to find a way of doing an impossible amount of things in way too short of amount of time. It often leads to [...]
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Chicago Marathon 2012 Race Recap
It’s just a couple of days after the Chicago Marathon and it almost doesn’t seem real. I’ve probably said a dozen times already… I can’t believe it’s over! My stiff legs, unpacked luggage, and super cool medal are good reminders of the amazing adventure though. It’s a day I will never forget! It all starts [...]
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Chicago Marathon – I did it!
Today I ran the Chicago Marathon and became a “Marathoner.” The day has been one giant blur of crazy emotions from fear, elation, pure joy and just a little disappointment. I laughed and cried and did something I once thought was impossible. It was worth every step… even the super painful ones near the end. [...]
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Chicago Marathon– It’s On!
Hello from windy & cold Chicago! We’ve had a fun couple of days getting ready for the big event tomorrow. We arrived Friday morning before sunrise. The early direct flight from the Asheville airport is awesome and makes this such a quick trip. I highly recommend it. Well, hello tall buildings! After we landed in Chicago, [...]
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Last Minute Marathon Preps
Oh my goodness! There are only two days between now and the marathon! For the longest time it was this crazy thing that was so far off on the calendar. But now it’s very real and it’s time to get ready to go to Chicago. I can’t believe it’s finally here. It’s been a very [...]
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Marathon Monday! Advice and Tips from Marathoners – Part 4
After a nice relaxing weekend, It’s time to focus on the big weekend race. Look what I got! These people say I signed up to run 26.2 miles on Sunday. That’s nuts. Did I really do that? The dogs are thrilled, but they haven’t figured out that they aren’t going yet. Hey Mom, I know [...]
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Hi! My name is Julie Wunder. Welcome to my blog. I may not be the fastest runner, but I always try to run with a smile and sometimes in a skirt.
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