It’s that time of the month…

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

1.Over coffee…

I’d tell you that I am currently on my annual tennis vacation in Naples, FL. (year 22?)

2.Over coffee…

I’d tell you that I have mentioned every year that it’s a tennis vacation because I used to play tennis with these ladies.

August 2010 – Playing Tennis in USTA 3.0 State Championships

3. Over coffee… 

I’d tell you that each morning while they take tennis lessons, I go for a run.

4..Over coffee…

I’d tell you that again I did sign up for a 5k.

2024

5.Over coffee…

I’d tell you that for this race is being held at its third location.  So I guess I can call it a “new” race or a course PR.

Sugden Park

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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.

• Over coffee…

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.

• Over coffee… 

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…

• Over coffee…

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

• Over coffee…

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)

• Over coffee…

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.

May 2 (new course)

May 17

• Over coffee…

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?

April 10, 2027

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It’s that time of the month…

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

1.Over coffee…

I’d tell you that you probably know, I have THREE half marathons coming up;

• • 3-15– United NYC Half Marathon (Brooklyn Bridge addition)
  • 3-21- Asheville Half Marathon
  • 4-11 – Helderberg to Hudson Half Marathon

Half Marathons #76, 77 and 78!!

I shouldn’t be nervous… but I am!!

They seem to get harder….

But using run-walk-run intervals has helped me get through ALL my training runs! Thank you Jeff!!

such an inspiration to runners… he will be greatly missed!!!

2.Over coffee…

I’d tell you that I’ve been experiencing niggles of late.

First it was my lower back. I went to the chiro but a week in Florida seemed to cure that.

When I went to PT, she said that my right SI joint was tight and she gave me exercises to do…

I ‘am going back to PT to complain that my left hip now has bothered me when I run…

It’s always something…

could this help???

3. Over coffee… 

I’d tell you that I am sure everyone in the NE is complaining. We’ve had the worst winter to train for any Spring race.

cold, snow, wind… does this look fun?

I am so happy that I escaped for a week… no slippery roads, no jacket or gloves ❤

the cover of the Palm Beach Daily News!! the lady in “red” = me.  Feb. 14!

I have to also mention that my friend Jenny whom I run most of weekday runs with did complete the Tokyo marathon.

It was hot and sunny in Tokyo that day and unfortunately she and many others (even Sara Hall had to DNF) were not acclimated to this weather.

definitely wearing summer running clothes … (that’s NOT Jenny. LOL)

4..Over coffee…

I’d tell you that I and the Race Directors are probably hoping for better weather. So many races this winter had to be cancelled.

at least 4 NYRR races had to be cancelled…

So much money lost… medals and shirts all ready. (I didn’t pick mine up but many runners did.)

Will that affect race prices for future races?

5.Over coffee…

I’d tell you that I have a 10k tomorrow… Unfortunately every year, the weather is awful for this race…

And rain is predicted for tomorrow… (it could be worse, it’s not supposed to snow.)

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It’s that time of the month…

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

1.Over coffee…

I’d tell you that in case you haven’t noticed, I changed my blog header.

The photos from my previous headers were very dated… probably from back in 2010?

I used chatgpt.  Not sure I like it but it was so easy that I can update it as needed.

2. Over coffee… 

I’d tell you that I was scheduled to run THREE 10k races this winter.  Although I like 10ks, there aren’t many races for this distance. And running in NE is challenging due to weather conditions.

The first one was local on Jan 11.

The second was supposed to be on Feb. 1 in Central Park, NYC.

and the third March 7 is  local again.

March 2025 – snow squalls and wind gusts!!

While I was lamenting on missing the Manhattan 10k, I convinced my running friends to try to get into the NYC Mini 10k (on June 6.)

It was first come first served…. so I crossed my fingers that some of us would get in.

All 5 of us got in!!

3.Over coffee…

I’d tell you that as I’ve done every year, I have planned a week in Florida to visit friends and escape the cold temps of the NE.

More than ever, I need it this year.

4.Over coffee…

I’d tell you that although liked the medal and the course of the Publix Fort Lauderdale Half Marathon,

this year I chose a new race in West Palm.  It’s a 5k and it would take less prep, recovery and time away from my friends.

Definitely the right decision considering that I was sick for several weeks and would not have been ready to run 13.1 miles.

5.Over coffee…

I’d tell you that I am training for TWO half marathons on back to back weekends in March.

I’m excited that my two local friends decided to join me for the NYC Half Marathon. (Though I’m very nervous that I am behind in my training miles…)

The second one in Asheville, NC will be just a fun one. I’m looking forward to visiting a new place.

Any recommendations?  Biltmore  Estate?

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It’s that time of the month…

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

1.Over coffee…

I’d tell you that yes, once you start (with ChatGPT), it’s hard to stop…

Christmas in Florida?

Running through the snow?

2. Over coffee… 

I’d tell you that you don’t have to travel… ChatGPT will take you there…

back  sipping a cafe au lait at a Parisian cafe (40 years later?)

3.Over coffee…

I’d tell you that my first non-race of 2026 was yesterday…

wind chill of 2 degrees… but we survived!

4.Over coffee…

I’d tell you that my next “real” race is in NYC.

Feb. 1

This was not on my radar but for some strange reason, I entered the lottery and then I GOT IN!!

I can never turn down a NYC visit so I will do it…

I know nothing about the race except that it’s a 10k and in Central Park.

So I assume that it’s a similar course to the Mini and/or Greta Gallop… (Cari will know!)

5.Over coffee…

I’d tell you that I do plan a non-racing day in NYC next Saturday with a college friend (a French theme since we went to France together):

at the Morgan Library

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It’s that time of the month…

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

1.Over coffee…

I’d tell you that I decluttered and got rid of sooo many pairs of running shoes.

So I ordered 3 different new older model Topos from REI.

Then I got an email with a REI discount code for $30 off.

Yes, I had to order a new pair. I couldn’t waste it.

2. Over coffee… 

I’d tell you that is that I found a pair of NEW Topos in my closet that I’ve never worn.

I am NOT buying any shoes for a long long time.

3.Over coffee…

I’d tell you that I entered the NON-NYRR guaranteed entry lottery for the NYC Half Marathon (on a whim).  I didn’t care if I got in.

And of course, I did!

My goal race was supposed to the Asheville Half Marathon on March 21 (with my friend Sue).

in DC last March

My local running friends are on the fence about running the NYC HM again this year.

we ran it together in 2024

And the hotel prices are so high (I don’t have enough points for  a free room.)

So we’ll see… (But as Cari says; I’ll probably do it…)

4.Over coffee…

I’d tell you that the friend that I often run with (who only runs marathons), just got into the Tokyo marathon on March 1, 2026. She ran it last year (and it didn’t go well.)

my morning partner in crime

She is so excited and I’m happy that I will have a motivated running partner during the cold winter months.

5.Over coffee…

I’d tell you that on my local running friends is moving to Tacoma, WA and so we had a going away dinner for her.

we have named our group “Soul Sisters” and finally ordered shirts…

I told her that there’s a half marathon there in August…

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It’s that time of the month…

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

Last weekend I spectated for the first time at the  NYC Marathon.  So I’m got a “New York state of mind.”

1.Over coffee…

I’d tell you that I decluttered and got rid of sooo many pairs of running shoes.

However, even the ones I’ve kept are worn. I can still run in them but for racing, I would need new ones.

Yup, I ordered 3 different new Topos from REI.  Not expensive since I ordered older models.

no pretty colors but in this case, price mattered…

2. Over coffee… 

I’d tell you that my favorite shoe is one I don’t run in.  My NYC Brooks Ghosts from 2018.

I wear them to the gym and on NYC trips. Luckily I found a (barely) used pair on Poshmark and they were so cheap  Yay!

3.Over coffee…

I’d tell you that I entered the lottery for the Manhattan 10k (on a whim).  Of course, I didn’t care if I got in. (It will be cold!!!)

And I did!

Fortunately I still had some points left for a free hotel room.

4.Over coffee…

I’d tell you spectating at a marathon is hard work.

Especially one that goes though 5 boroughs.

And following 3 runners (at 3 spots along the course) who were not running together.

But we did it…

5.Over coffee…

I’d tell you that I was with 4 other runners and so we cheered and jetted around the city together.

I did stay in a different hotel  than everyone else. (They were near Penn Sta and I was in the financial district downtown).

That gave me the opportunity the next morning to get in a NYC run.

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It’s that time of the month…

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

1.Over coffee…

I’d tell you that instead taking expensive vacations, we are doing some home improvements.

During the heat wave, we were BBQing dinner every night

And once the morning temps cooled down, I will be eating my breakfast outside.

2. Over coffee… 

I’d tell you that my favorite part of getting a new Trex deck was replacing our old hot tub with a new one…

3.Over coffee…

I’d tell you that we used to love going on the boat EVERY weekend.  For many reasons (weather, our friends have left the marina, other interests) we have only spent TWO Days up there…

4.Over coffee…

I’d tell you that I’m not a trail racer. I’m not even a trail runner.

Yet, I’ve run one race that was not on the road already this year…

and there will be one more in December (in Florida).

Dec 13, 2025

5.Over coffee…

I’d tell you that I already planned a race-cation for next March with a friend…

I’m excited as I’ve always wanted to visit there and tour the Biltmore Estate.

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