September how’d you get here so fast? Summer has a way of being the most fleeting of the seasons. A new month means it’s time to sit down and catch up over coffee. I’m linking up with Meranda, Lacey and Rachel for the Friday Five, and with Deb and Coco for the Ultimate Coffee Date. Join us!
I’d tell you Ozzy pup is ever so cute and smart…and just when I think he’s got the potty training thing down, I realize he doesn’t. The problem is he likes to “hide” his um gifts. Last night I got a surprise “gift” in the closet. Taking care of a pup and a 17+ yr old dog who rarely sleeps through the night anymore is no picnic. It’s a good thing they’re cute.
I’d tell you the middle school transition has not been an easy one. I’d never seen Thing 2 so nervous the day before school started, when she learned none of her friends was in her hallway, which meant they wouldn’t be in her classes either. After a couple of weeks though, I’m happy to report she’s managed to maintain old friendships that are important to her with lots of weekend sleepovers and has added new friends into the mix as well so it’s all good.
Speaking of school, 3 weeks in and the teenager brought home her first cold of the school year. Of course Thing 2 caught it and I’m doing my best not to. There’s that marathon later this month I need to be healthy for. In addition to some heady vitamin cocktails, I’ve been diffusing Nature’s Shield essential oil from NOW Foods, which is a pleasant combo of lemon oil, cinnamon, clove, eucalyptus and rosemary. NOW also has essential oil sets for relaxation, energy, and romance as well as tons of individual scents so you can concoct your own favorites.
I’d tell you I’m in denial about how quickly the Berlin Marathon is sneaking up on me. While I think (knock wood) the tendon is not going to be an issue, I’m fighting the urge (and losing) to cram in extra miles to make up for those long runs that didn’t happen. I feel like the greater threat is if I over-train now.
I’d tell you a neighbor whom I’d see on the school bus stop twice a day for going on 7 years went in for hernia surgery, contracted an infection and the next thing we know his kidneys are shutting down and they’re hoping to get him on the liver transplant list. Life turns on a dime. Cherish every moment and go do those things you dream of doing!
That’s it from here for now. I hope you all have a relaxing holiday weekend. What would you tell me over coffee? Did you enter my giveaway?
So excited for you to tackle Berlin this month! I know the injury set you back a little bit with training but you’ve been rocking your double digit runs lately!
So sorry to hear about your neighbor – that is so scary! 🙁
You are so right. two people I know died this month! In their 60’s…yikes.
My coworkers are saying their kids are already getting sick, and I just don’t remember getting sick so soon after starting school. It was later in September when my allergies would kick in, I wasn’t sleeping well, and things would turn into a cold. I was good for the first month though, and no germs.
One of my biggest fears having surgery was getting an infection. I know how things can go downhill quickly. So much is out of our control. I hope your tendon doesn’t give you any trouble in Berlin! How exciting! Your pup is too cute!!
So excited for you to tackle Berlin.
And yes, 3 weeks in I am already sick too. Had t rotate peak weeks and cut back weeks.
Oh my goodness, I cannot believe that twist of events for your neighbor. So so so sad! It definitely reminds you that you cannot take anything in life for granted.
Oh gosh, that’s scary about your neighbor! Yes, indeed, life (and fate?) can turn on you on a dime. I think you have a great base (and you probably know it as well), so hopefully that will more than make up for the miles you missed when you were injured. Over-training is a _itch, and it always bites back LOL You got Berlin, Marcia!
You were so smart about your training and Im sure the marathon will go great! Its definitely better to under train than overtrain.
I wish our special needs dog would hide his um gifts. No, no — just leave them in the middle of the dining room for all the guests to see. Over training is so much worse than under. You’ll be fine in Berlin. Enjoy every step!
Oh my gosh. I’m so sorry to hear about your neighbor. Sending healing vibes to him. 🙁
Also, don’t cram the miles. Do. Not.
I just found more “gifts” from Cocoa on my dining room rug. So she’s pretty much trashed every room now. I have to bring up the words “hardwood floors” with my husband. I’ll need some fortification for that.
I can’t believe Berlin is almost here!
Middle school certainly was a big transition more so for girls (like everything!!). Very exciting that your marathon is quickly coming up. I need to find a fun destination race oh yeah I just remembered I am doing Napa Ragnar soon. 🙂 Thanks for joining for coffee!
I remember my kids’ transition to middle school all too well. The biggest fear was the lockers, and then getting to their classes in time. Somehow they survived. I’d say keep an even pace with the Berlin Marathon so close. You don’t want to overdo it. And what is with these dogs???
I recently got a diffuser and it is even bluetooth enabled. I have used it a lot more than I thought I would. Love the scents!
Hospital-acquired infections can be so dangerous. I hope he recovers. 🙁
Glad your daughter is adjusting to middle school — it really can be the best of times AND the worst of times!
You are right about Berlin – your biggest risk now probably is doing too much rather than too little – resist that temptation!
Wow- Berlin! So fun and good luck to you! I am eager to hear the recap! How do you use the oils- ingesting or do you difuse them? Just curious since I have a cold-fighting one, but not sure how to actually use it!
Middle school can be a tough transition for sure – my youngest starts this week and I’m bracing myself.
So excited for you and Berlin! Resist the temptation to do more.
How scary about your neighbor – I just learned that the father of one of my son’s friends suddenly passed away. He was just 50! An important reminder that nothing is guaranteed so enjoy every moment.
I love following your journey to the Berlin Marathon! I need to try the oils here, it is something I have never used before. Happy Fall!!! 🙂
Sorry to hear about your neighbor. That’s so scary. My coworker’s mom has been in the hospital for the past week. It’s been really rough on her and I’m trying to be supportive. I just can’t even imagine. 🙁
Ozzy is so very cute – even if his gifts are not.
I can’t believe that Berlin is nearly here! Despite your injury, you’ve done so well with your training. Just trust that and you’ll be fine on race day. Better not to risk overtraining.
Oh the perils of being a teenager! My 11th grader is having a hard time adjusting as well. Given enough time to work things out on their own, they usually find their way and realize that the world actually wasn’t coming to an end! Glad to hear Thing 2 has got it all figured out now. 🙂
Berlin really has “snuck” up on all of us! I can’t believe it’s only a couple of weeks away now. You’re a veteran at this marathon stuff…. I’m confident you’re going to do great!
Ozzy ….what a cutie. Hard to mad at those little ‘gifts’ with a face like that!
I’m really sorry about your neighbor. One of my neighbors has had multiple health problems this year. 🙁 And I hope you can stay healthy! Don’t cram in those miles (although I know I’d be wanting to, too — and just for a half).
I’ve been feeling a bit eh myself suddenly and am probably skipping tomorrow’s run. But going hiking instead. Gotta take advantage of the holiday.
Ozzy is sooooo cute! They do learn — it’s often harder with small dogs (and I had to go through that again with Bandit when we first got him!) — but they get it. The senior dog thing, though — I actually have not been through that with dogs. We lost Chester so young. Lola is technically a senior now but she sleeps through the night just fine, although obviously I don’t always get to due to her!
But I’ve been there with cats. It’s really tough. But so are you!
Aw your puppy is cute! But hearing about the “gifts” he leaves reminds me why I’m not a dog person, haha!
I can’t wait to hear how your marathon goes, it’s so close and I know you’ll do awesome!
SO sorry about your neighbor, how quickly life changes. Your puppy is cute, my dog used to do that, thankfully he mostly grew out of it. I think overtraining is more threatening to you now, you are going to do awesome in Berlin.
Ah Ozzy is so cute! We just put a deposit down on a new puppy. I am so not looking forward to potty training. I don’t envy you but I will be there soon too!
I have been trying essential oils and I have to say I am thinking I really see benefits from them!
sending prayers to your neighbor 🙁