It’s nearly time for #3PTsToParis

Small portion of the food I plan to packI cannot believe we are leaving for Paris (on our bikes) on Friday.  When Elle, Sophie, and I planned this trip eight weeks ago, we had all these ideas for blog posts and link sharing…. and then training took over....

Snacks in hand

Blogging has it benefits.  I am often sent samples of new kinds of food to try, many of which are supposed to be good for you (as opposed to the cookies and ice cream I usually crave).  Here is what I have been snacking on over the last few weeks....

Snacks in hand

Blogging has it benefits.  I am often sent samples of new kinds of food to try, many of which are supposed to be good for you (as opposed to the cookies and ice cream I usually crave).  Here is what I have been snacking on over the last few weeks....

Swim Lessons with Swimming Nature- Week 1

In my home state of New York, everyone has to pass the Red Cross level 5 swim lessons in order to graduate from high school. Every since I was little, I have always loved the water (maybe because I am an Aquarius?).  It just feels relaxing and soothing to me....

Active Travel: London, stay cool!

In the last few months, I have been lucky enough to try a few things in London that are perfect for hot summer days.  Whether you are visiting during summer vacation or local resident, check out these options to stay cool in sunny London.Ice climb in Covent...

Are you ready and able to help?

What’s in your first aid kit?I have been first aid trained for most of my life.  It started when I was a teenager as a baby sitter certified by the Red Cross, and then as a camp counsellor in the summers.  The first year I learned to use an AED...

Are you ready and able to help?

What’s in your first aid kit?I have been first aid trained for most of my life.  It started when I was a teenager as a baby sitter certified by the Red Cross, and then as a camp counsellor in the summers.  The first year I learned to use an AED...

Bye bye bum bags?

Pretty darn comfy, even in the heatAt a recent event at Ellis Brigham, I was chatting with the lovely folks at Osprey about running.  I explained how my new phone doesn’t fit into the bum bag I usually use, which has made marathon training a bit of...