How does a Mother of 3 run a marathon?

I am running a marathon (did I mention that?) I have 3 kids and a full time job. One thing that helps is that my kids are all in school. I work a retail job this also allows me to go to the gym before work being that I do not need to be there until 945 usually. Cameron is on the bus at 755 I am out the door at 8 I run 3 miles at the gym and then I get ready for work. On the days that I am off I will run a trail or I run the track while Cayden is at baseball practice. Today I was off and I ran with a friend and her boot camp class, we ran at Mt. Tabor in Portland Oregon (what a beautiful place). We had a blast. After that we went to a great little café in SE Portland. We ate a much needed breakfast, it was delicious. I am a little sore today and I am sure it will be worse tomorrow. Tomorrow I will be running forest park and I am looking forward to that. Having support from my family has really helped too. The boys are all supportive and that carries me along. I am going to continue putting one foot in front of the other. That’s all I have for now. Keep on running.

Run,Run and Run

Do You not know that those who run in a race all run, but one receives the prize? Run in such a way that you may obtain it. 1 Corinthians 9:24

I am in my fourth week of training. I feel great. I never thought running could be so much fun. June 1st will start my official marathon training right now I am preparing my body. I signed up for my first race July 12. Go Girl Trail run, it should be very exciting. Tomorrow I will be running with a friend from work and Thursday another girlfriend and I are going running. As for now, I am going to keep on running!

training

I am now on my third week of pre-training. I am able to run a full hour without stopping (that is at a slow pace). Running feels really great. It definitely clears the mind. I signed up for my first race for July 12th, Go Girl trail run it is a 6 miler. I am so excited. I have a lot of friends rallying around me so that keeps me motivated. I am on the run. Post more later

What's new with me!

Well It has been such a long time since blogging last. What is new with Me? Well April 9th Brian and I had our 16th wedding anniversary. We had a great time, had dinner at PF Changs and then went to Barnes and Noble for some coffee and good reads. I came across a beginners runner magazine (I have always been inspired to run a marathon). I bought the magazine and became really inspired. Guess What? I will be running Portland Marathon on October 4, 2009. I have started training to train (if that makes sense) My goal is to lose 10 pounds before June 1st. June 1st I begin training. I will be running two 10k races prior to the marathon (God Willing). All Prayers appreciated! I will be posting throughout my training to let you all know how its going. I will be seeing the finish line!

Baseball Season in Tack

Today is the day for the next few months where we get busy, busy,busy. Today is the first day of baseball for Christian. It is his last year, unless by God's will he will be able to play at Community College. Only four more months of high school for him. I have been looking at baby pictures of him, boy he has grown fast. Where has the time gone? I look forward to the next few months. Bring on Baseball season. It is my favorite time. I love to watch my boys play sports.

Black bean and Egg Burrito

I love to cook. I have some great recipes that I would like to share I am going to be posting them on my blog once in a while. Here is one that I think you will love. It is very easy inexpensive and quick. You will need:
1 can black beans Drained and rinsed
1 red bell pepper
1 medium onion
2 cloves of garlic
cooking spray
6 eggs (scrambled)
mexican cheese blend (grated)
burrito size tortillas

Directions
saute pepper,onion, and garlic in pan with spray until soft (4 minutes)
add beans, season with salt and pepper (substitute salt w/mrs. dash if you choose)
cook 3 minutes
layer tortilla with cheese, bean mixture and eggs. Roll up and enjoy! Delicious!
I would have a photo but I ate it too fast!

calling in sick

Today I had to call in sick not for me being sick but Cameron. I dont know about you but I hate calling in sick.It makes me feel that I am not very reliable. This guilt comes over me I am not sure why because really, will they fire me for having an ill child? I dont think so and If that happens I need to remember it is the will of God.It is hard when you work outside of the home and you are responsible for more people then yourself. When you have a boss that does not have children this becomes very difficult because they are not sensitive to the fact that someone needs to nurture a sick child. I have a new understanding of what moms go through battling the guilt of when to call in or not. So today while at home I am baking cookies catching up on laundry and doing housework (well, kind of).I pray that Cameron will feel better and I will enjoy the rest of my day. And remember The Good Lord is in control of ALL things! Jen