Gas Explosion Update: I mentioned we live less than half a mile from a house that exploded due to a gas leak. Many of you asked about injuries. I am not terribly religious, but by the grace of God, there were no fatalities or serious injuries. Amazing. Besides the massive devastation to the homes surrounding the explosion, there are 25 homes in our neighborhood that sustained damage as well. Right now it looks like two of them will need to be demolished as they were blown off their foundations. A vivid reminder of how quickly life can change.
Speaking of friends: One of my oldest blogging buddies was in town the other day. It was so great to finally meet Amanda aka Miss Zippy. It was as if we’d known each other for years…well we have, we just hadn’t yet met in real life! Is it just me or is the best part of this blogging gig the people you meet along the way?
Flying Pig Weekend: I am feeling oddly calm about the 3-way challenge this weekend. My training has gone well, I’m thrilled with the way my body is handling (knock wood) the increased mileage and 5 runs/week. My coach has me focusing a ton on recovery and nutrition and it’s making a big difference. More on that to come. Rather than set time goals, I’m planning to have fun with the Pig, meet up with friends old and new, and enjoy the experience as much as possible.
Have you ever done a race series? Any tips? Did you enter my giveaway?
OK, I missed this while I was off – YIKES! So happy you are safe & sorry about the others that were hurt by this!!!
Lucky you to meet Miss Zippy!!!!
So cool that you and Miss Zippy (Amanda) got to meet!!
Have a great time this weekend!!
I’ve never done a race series but I think it would be fun!
So relieved to hear everyone survived the gas explosion. How scary!
Hope you have a wonderful challenge weekend! Sounds like an awesome experience! I’m signed up for two challenges in 2015 (Dopey and deferred Glass Slipper Challenges at WDW). I look forward to hearing tips about what worked well for you and helped you in your training!
So bummed I missed meeting Amanda and seeing you again
Yes, the best thing about blogging is meeting/seeing other bloggers 🙂 and the free snacks 😉
Good luck this weekend! Believe it or not, I have never done a series race. I have made my own by running 2 races back to back in a weekend but never 3.
I agree with you about meeting people through blogging! Who knew?
Sounds like you are going to have a great race! I can’t wait to hear how it goes!
Wow! I can’t believe everyone is ok after the explosion. That is amazing!
I’ve never done a race series. I don’t know how I’d pick which one to “race” and which to just enjoy.
I love getting to meet blogging buddies in real life!!
I would love to meet Amanda. Very cool! And so glad to hear there were no serious injuries from that explosion. So scary.
I’ve been able to meet Amanda a few times now- she’s so great! Oh man, that explosion is so scary. What a huge blessing that no one was hurt. And GOOD LUCK this weekend!
Have a GREAT race this weekend!!! I am off to Vancouver. you will kill it i am sure. yipeeeee. ANd yes. a scary reminder to live now and done diddle around!
xx
Yay for blend meetups! I’m so glad no one was hurt in that explosion! Crazy scary!
So scary about the gas explosion. Thank GOODNESS your home was not damaged and none of your family hurt.
Hurray for a meetup with Amanda. So fun and I love the pic of the 2 of you together!
Have fun with the Pig!
I’m so excited for you to do the Pig. I’m visiting my family that week, and I am sort of sad I’m not running! But, it’s too $$$ now for my local race entry blood.
Before you do it, I must share this: When you are on the toughest part of the 13.1 course and you think the hill will not end, look to your right and take in the scene of the city below. It is breathtaking. I think the course planner gifted runners with that!
So fun that you and Amanda finally got to meet IRL:) Have fun this weekend!!
Unbelievable no one was hurt in that explosion! And so great that you and Amanda finally got to meet!! I’m itching to try one of these race series but I’m afraid my legs would revolt 😉
I am so glad to hear that you and your family were okay after that explosion. I did not realize it occurred so close to where you live. REALLY SCARY.
AWESOME that you got to meet Amanda in person after all this time. Isn’t it great to have that blogger connection upfront?
I’m sending you strong, healthy, and speedy vibes for your races this weekend!!! Can’t wait to hear how everything goes!
So glad to hear that everyone is OK. How terrifying. Best of luck this weekend at the Flying Pig!
SO much fun to meet you, too! We certainly can chat, can’t we?!
I’m excited to hear how FP goes for you–should be tons of fun!
So glad you and your family are okay. I’ve been a little out of the loop lately, so I missed the news. I’m so sorry for the others who were impacted – what a scary deal!
Good luck this weekend – you’re going to rock it!
I’m so glad you and the family were OK! Best of luck this weekend–I can’t wait to hear your full report.
I can’t believe no-one was injured or killed – what wonderful luck. So scary. That’s so fun that you met Amanda in person! Good luck this weekend. 🙂
Have a great time at your race! I’ve always been interested in Flying Pig.
Oh my goodness, those poor people! That is just awful. So exciting that you got an in real life blogging meeting! :)-Ashley
When I read your first subtitle I thought that maybe you’d been eating too much cheese as well.
i’ve done doubles…just have fun! take the first day easy. That’s my only advice. I love MissZippy!! Can’t wait to meet you in NYC!