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Ultimate Coffee Date for April 2026

April 3, 2026 6:34 am


It’s that time of the month…

in different places (like Asheville & NYC)

time to join up with Coco & Deborah for their ultimate coffee date.

I’d tell you that I feel like I’m out there running as much as I can but numbers don’t show it…

2026 Miles
Jan – 55 miles
Feb – 78 miles
Mar – 68 miles

The old me made sure it was at least 84 miles each month so I could reach 1000 for the year.

The new me doesn’t care as long as I am healthy and can race often.

I’d tell you that next Saturday is my 3rd half marathon of 2026.

Asheville – Mar 21.

NYC – Mar 15.

I’ll still be racing but I’m taking a half marathon break until September…

I’d tell you that I do enjoy racing in different places so I’ve already registered for September’s race-cation.

in Marshfield, MA

I’d tell you that it’s our annual girls weekend. The VRBO is already booked for 9 of us in Plymouth, MA…

our mighty group (minus Denise – top right- who moved away)

I’d tell you that speaking of racing in different places, I am planning on doing 3 new races: a 5k in Naples, FL and a 10 miler and 15k in Utica, NY.

Tropicool 5K

May 2 (new course)

The Boilermaker's Erie Canal Races (10 Miler, Relay & 5K)

May 17

Observer-Dispatch Events - Boilermaker Road Race

I’d tell you that Sue & I had so much fun traveling together to race that we are already looking for a 2027 race…

Asheville, NC

Washington DC

What do you think?

Publix Savannah Women's Half and 5K

April 10, 2027

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16 Responses to “Ultimate Coffee Date for April 2026”

  1. Oh, I bet you would have a blast in Savannah. It’s a cute place too, so you’d keep up your pre-race routine of walking around too much. 😉

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    By Coco on April 3, 2026 at 7:50 am

    1. Good to know.

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      By Darlene on April 3, 2026 at 10:24 am

  2. getting away for the weekend with the girls sounds perfect! Enjoy your getaway

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    By deborahbrooks14 on April 3, 2026 at 8:31 am

    1. We always do.

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      By Darlene on April 3, 2026 at 10:24 am

  3. You never have a shortage of races 🙂 Your VRBO in Plymouth looks a like a great spot!

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    By Michelle @ Running with Attitude on April 3, 2026 at 9:15 am

    1. Thanks.

      Are you far from there?

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      By Darlene on April 3, 2026 at 10:25 am

  4. The new you is smarter and I wish the old me had been that smart! Quality miles while staying healthy is definitely the way to go!

    A racecation to Savannah next April sounds like the perfect destination. Also, that sounds like a really fun race!

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    By Debbie on April 3, 2026 at 10:00 am

    1. I hope it is. But it’s only a race.

      It took me 18 years to realize that less is more.

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      By Darlene on April 3, 2026 at 10:26 am

  5. That’s awesome that you’re already on your third marathon + such a great approach to have! :] I recently vaguely started running again after years of not, so I’m keeping it super, super chill just to get myself to actually maybe-continue. Hope you enjoy your getaway + have fun!

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    By Farrah on April 3, 2026 at 11:24 am

    1. Running should be chill

      Third. Half. And chill.

      Good luck with your running.

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      By Darlene on April 3, 2026 at 12:00 pm

  6. I love all your race-cations! Such a fun way to hang with your girls and also find new events.

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    By Kim at Running on the Fly on April 3, 2026 at 3:07 pm

    1. I agree… very lucky to have these opportunities.

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      By Darlene on April 3, 2026 at 5:56 pm

  7. So you’ll be in Naples in May? You’ll definitely have warm weather!

    That Savannah race is calling to you… it sounds like the perfect racecation for you guys.

    Good luck on the upcoming half!

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    By jennystancampiano on April 3, 2026 at 8:44 pm

    1. Yes. Looking forward to warm weather. I promise not to complain

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      By Darlene on April 4, 2026 at 3:03 pm

  8. I’ve done that Savannah race many times and it’s a great time! It’s so much fun, especially as part of a race cation! I approve!

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    By Jennifer LE on April 6, 2026 at 9:26 pm

    1. Let me know if you decide to do it…. I bet I could be convinced to come up!

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      By Jennifer LE on April 6, 2026 at 9:27 pm

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