A Day in Athens, Greece

Our second day in Athens started bright and early with breakfast in our hotel. It was actually one of the best hotel breakfasts that I've ever had - fresh cheese, figs, fruit, pastries, and meat - all with a gorgeous view of the city from the top floor of the hotel. Andy and I kept …

Visiting Greece: Climbing to the top of the Acropolis

Nestled on the Acropolis, a rocky hill in the center of Athens, the Parthenon is a breath-taking sight to see while in Athens. We only had two days in Greece and visiting the Parthenon was our highest priority. Finding our way to the base of the Acropolis was pretty easy since we could see it …

Climbing Mount Vesuvius in Italy

After we visited Pompeii, it was a no-brainer to go and see Mount Vesuvius as well. Volcanoes are so unique; they both terrify and amaze me. It felt strange to spend a full morning walking around the ruins of Pompeii and then visit the mountain that caused so much tragedy and suffering. But it also …

How We Rode a Vespo & It was Terrifying

While we were planning our trip to Europe, both of us had a few items that were "must-do's." Andy really wanted to see a castle, we both wanted to see a volcano, and I very much wanted to ride a Vespa in Rome. Maybe it came from watching Roman Holiday a few too many times …

Chocolate Coconut Balls (60 calories)

Chocolate Peanut Butter Coconut Balls Ingredients: 4 tbsp coconut oil 1 cup oatmeal 1 banana 1 tbsp pb2 1 tsp Hershey cocoa / cinnamon / vanilla / mix in peanuts etc Makes 15 servings (60 calories each)   Nutritional Stats: 60 calories 1/4 tbsp of coconut oil in each Nutrition Facts Servings: 15 Amount per …

Steps of Recovery from Amenorrhea

Steps of Recovery from Amenorrhea: First step: Bravery to Begin  The first step of the process, for me, was finding a good OBGYN. Clearly the one that I had been to before was out of question! I did some research and found a doctor in the Naperville area who specialized in athletes and runners with …

My Amenorrhea Story

We've all seen that girl in the gym who is incredibly fit. She's running on the treadmill for hours on end, followed by an amazing display of strength training, and she then finishes it up with another hour on the spin bike. Then I see her walk out the door and begin a jog home. …

Protected: Signal BOLC – What to Expect (as the wife)

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Friday Favorites

Yay! It's Friday! The weekend is getting so close and I can't wait! This weekend I have a 5K race here on the base and I'm getting nervous and excited. I know that I can totally run the distance, but any "race" scares me despite all my best efforts. Luckily, the logistics are what I …

Super Bowl Sunday!

Woohoo! I love Super Bowl Sunday and everything football related. I can't believe how huge this holiday has become within the past ten years. The grocery stores are packed, everything is football themed, and it's such a fun way to spend the evening. Andy and I haven't watched much football this season so we didn't …