2010 January 08

Not sure I mentioned it or not, but the new RAM for my MAC finally arrive and instead of trying to install the memory myself, I took it to the Genius bar so the professional could handle it.

It’s AMAZING the difference the extra 2GB of RAM has on the speed of my MAC. Before it would freeze if I had too many applications open at one time, but now I can surf the net, tweet, upload photos, listen to itunes and blog on Ecto without a problem. All I can say is THANK GOD! I’m a multi-tasker by nature and just doing one project at a time killed me. This is much better.

Thanks Mom and Dad for the great Christmas present! It was worth the wait.

There are a few changes happening in my office over the next couple of weeks so I was kept plenty busy this morning. I snacked on some cashews and dried kiwi around 10:00.

Lunch was pretty much a make over of last night’s dinner.

The left over hush puppies and fish was added to spinach and topped with salsa.

And the yucca fries were reheated and served with ketchup.

I <3 left overs!

I managed to leave work a little earlier than expected and am now starting on my task list of a million and one things to do before marathon craziness hits!

I will be heading to the expo with my Sis in a couple of hours and have dinner plans with Melissa and Sabrina. Let the madness begin!

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This morning was my final training run before the marathon on Sunday.

I did a whopping 3 miles at an 8:45-ish pace. This was about 30 seconds below my goal pace. I wanted to aim a little faster, but I didn’t want to overwork myself in the process.

I knew I would be running around like a chicken with their head cut off this morning, so I went ahead and prepped a lovely breakfast last night.

Overnight oats

1/2 cup Rolled Oats
Plain Yogurt (The rest of a container, maybe 3/4 cup?)
Cinnamon
Almond Butter
Raisins

I combined everything last night and this morning finished it off with some pear, Crofter’s Europe Superfruit Spread, and some granola for a little crunch.

The cold breakfast was enjoyed with a hot cup of water.

I has a comment yesterday asking about my hot water.

I try to hydrate in the mornings with a glass of water, but when its cold outside the idea of cold water is not appealing. Instead I opt for a cup of hot water that hydrates me while warming my body up for a run.

I prefer not to drink tea before my runs because tea seems to mess with my stomach a tiny bit and I hate having to pull over into my neighbor’s bushes to alleviate that problem on a daily basis. Luckily, the hot water doesn’t give me the same problems.

Did you know in exactly 1 month I will be 25?!?! Sunday’s race will be my last race in the 24 and under age division. It’s been a good run age division, but I guess its time for a change!