Summer isn’t over yet; but Fall is in the air. Literally, Pat bought a new air freshener and our house smells like maple pumpkin.
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It’s also feeling like fall is creeping up on us outside.
And back to school, clothing and supplies, commercials are everywhere.
Whenever I think of fall, I always think of a few select things; what will my first day of school outfit be?, You’ve Got Mail, and running.
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- I am 8 years out of high school and I still pick out my first day of school outfit. I also still go back to school shopping, every one deserves a nice new skirt (or 7) in the fall.
- You’ve Got Mail is my go to movie. When I’m sick, sad, happy, whatever- this is my choice. Most of the movie takes place in the fall and when Tom says; “Don’t you love New York in the fall? It makes me wanna buy school supplies. I would send you a bouquet of newly sharpened pencils if I knew your name and address”, my heart melts. “bouquet of new sharpened pencils” how does that not make you fall in love? Just me? Okay.
- I started running in the fall, we are quickly creeping up to my one year running anniversary. What does this mean? Perhaps a party and some cake.
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And for those of you wondering, yes, I do own two copies of You’ve Got Mail.
Just in case one breaks.
In October I will have been in a relationship with running for one whole year. And it hasn’t been an on and off relationship, I would call it a pretty solid, pretty intimate, relationship. With running I’ve laughed, I’ve cried, I’ve been really angry, we even moved forward with each other after it gave me a concussion. I think at this point, it’s safe to say; we’re committed to each other.
For our one year anniversary, we’ll be going on a weekend getaway, we’ll be running the Reach The Beach Relay, celebrating our love with others. It’s hard to imagine now, my life without running, with out any physical exercise. I was “content” sitting on the couch and watching TV. It’s strange to think that only 10 months ago I would have never believed anyone who tried to tell me that I would be a runner, that I would willingly push my body to extremes and enjoy it.
I’ll apologize to all you summer lovers, I know you hate the idea of fall coming up quick and taking your warm summer air away, but I really can’t help but be excited for it.
Is summer ending your kick off to fitness or your end of your fitness push? Personally, it’s my kick off, but that’s just me. Either way, how are you going to spend the last month or so of summer?
I’m going to…
- Focus on my list
- Do some more trail running
- Really work on speed work, and not just say I’m going to work on it.
- Stop complaining. I just feel like I’ve been a little whiny lately- that shit has got to stop.
- Read some nutrition books. Suggestions?
Kicking off or winding down?
Nutrition book suggestions?
Fall or summer?
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I am all about pumpkin anything, my favorite time of the year because of it. I could do with warmer weather but eh. Great goals! i would love to do more reading about health and nutrition.
If you find any good books or articles, send them my way, I feel like there’s so much I need to learn!
I love the cooler weather, you can keep the heat, give me sweater weather!
im totally all about the fall! i love it! it’s so exciting to get to pull out the jeans and run when it’s nice and cool outside! all the leaves change, and it’s just gorgeous!!!! im def not a winter person at all though, so it kinda makes me sad when fall arrives, but NOT really!!! haha. i don’t have anything too exciting planned for the end of summer, but at the beginning of october i am going on a cruise which will be amazing!!! have a great tuesday! spa love!
A cruise!? Lucky! I like running in the winter, I like running anytime of year other than when the heat is blazing down on me really. And you’re right, it really is beautiful running in the fall!
Congrats on your and running’s anniversary
I’m a Fall person myself, the cooler temps, cozy clothes & fall smells are my favs! I have not read a nutrition book in awhile but one I always gravitate towards when I “struggle” is “Intuitive Eating”. It’s a good one if you haven’t read it yet!
I haven’t read that one yet, but now it’s on my list! Cozy clothes are for sure a definite bonus to fall. I can’t wait to pull out my sweater dresses!
Im right there with ya! I love fall – running in the fall is my absolute fav! Looking forward to celebrating your one year anniverary with you.
Yeah, well, we may have a lot of beer to help us, so that’ll be good.
This post is so cute! I’m also excited for Fall, although I’m really going to miss Summer, too. I love how you compared your relationship with running to a romantic relationship. Congratulations on your one year together!
Thanks, we haven’t officially made it yet, so I guess I shouldn’t have jinxed it
Fall scents are my favorite! I’m definitely going to have to hunt down that air freshener. All those spices just make things feel so cozy.
Enjoy your anniversary weekend!
It really is the best scent ever. Until you step outside and your body is shocked by the heat and sunlight, I really feel like it should be cool outside and every time I go out I have to remind myself that I don’t need a sweater.