Happy Friday, peeps! Can you believe that we are springing forward this weekend?? I am looking forward to the warmer weather that has to be coming, right? This week, Mar, Cynthia and I (otherwise known as your DC Trifecta) decided to celebrate spring’s soon to be arrival with a Spring Forward Friday Five. Maybe this will help usher spring along 🙂 Note: our beloved Mar is celebrating a birthday this weekend, so make sure to send her lots of love!
Here are five things I’m looking forward to this spring:
- Running without gloves! This has been a brutal winter and training for my second marathon has been TOUGH. I’ve run in rain, sleet, snow and ice and I’m over it (just like everyone else). Bring on the sun!
- In that vein, I’ve got some fun spring races on the horizon. Besides the Shamrock Marathon March 16th (eek!), I’m running the Cherry Blossom 10 Miler, Zooma 1/2 Marathon in Annapolis (note: if you want to run with me in Annapolis use code ANNAMB2 for a discount on either the Half or the 10K) and probably some shorter races after that. I think that my next goal will be a sub-2 half, rather than training for another marathon right now. Either way, I wouldn’t begin marathon training until mid-summer so I’ve got months ahead of me of shorter runs – woohoo!
- Longer days = I’m much more social. When it’s dark an hour or two before I even leave my office, I have a really hard time being spontaneous about plans. I want to go inside my house and hibernate. However, once it starts staying light outside longer, I’m all about the impromptu plans — yay spring!
- Going back to school. Yep, I’m going back to college. This year marks 10 years since I graduated from Agnes Scott College and I’m thrilled to head back down to Atlanta with some of my best friends. I absolutely can’t believe it’s been 10 years – I feel like I’m still 21 (just a heck of a lot smarter and less risk adverse LOL).
- Lots of travel. As I often mention, I travel quite a bit for work and this spring is no exception. I’ll be spending a good bit of time in New York and Miami (both favorites), but I’m really excited about an April weeklong trip to Seattle, mostly because I’ve never been (note: I’ll be putting out a call for guest posts next week, so hopefully some of you fabulous bloggers will be interested!). Closer to the trip, I’ll be taking suggestions, although I’m working almost around the clock so won’t have much time for independent site seeing.
What are you looking forward to this spring? Did you wish Mar happy birthday???
I’m definitely looking forward to longer days and warmer weather too! Will it ever get here? I’ve been to Seattle twice. It’s much fun!
Meranda@fairytalesandfitness recently posted…Spring Forward (and a new link up)
I’m REALLY excited about the Seattle trip!!
I’m definitely looking forward to warmer weather and longer days. There’s something about warmth and sunshine that just makes me so happy!
Kathryn @ Dancing to Running recently posted…Friday Five – March 7th – Spring Forward
Aw thanks buddy! 🙂 I’m totally stowing away your next trip to Miami!
Mar @ Mar on the Run! recently posted…Friday Five: Spring Forward
cool! i’m down w/that 🙂
Oh, I loved visiting Seattle. It’s a great city! I hope you have time to see things and not just have to work the whole time. I’ve never been to Miami yet but it’s on the “one day” list.
Chaitali recently posted…80’s Retro Run 5k
Hope your weather gets better soon. I’m really glad I moved to Cali right before the worst of this winter lol. Good luck on the Shamrock! I’ve heard good things about the race I’m sure you’ll have a blast 🙂
Amanda H recently posted…February Recap and March Goals
Thanks Amanda — I’m pretty excited about the race :
DEFINITELY longer days and warmer weather. This winter has seemed neverending! I can’t wait for spring!
Lauren recently posted…The Friday Five! {Spring in my step!}
You are going to LOVE Seattle! Have fun!!!
Aimee recently posted…Friday Five: Spring Forward
I’m looking forward to all the things you mentioned. I am also going to crack the 2 hour half marathon this year, I just know it. So let’s try to motivate each other for that!
Cynthia @ You Signed Up For What?! recently posted…Friday Five: Spring Forward!
Yes! I’m thinking of doing the Runners World Sub 2 training plan…
I will check that plan out! I have a possible fall race picked out but can’t spend any registration $ until I reg for my big triathlon and recover from that cash output. 🙂
Cynthia @ You Signed Up For What?! recently posted…Friday Five: Spring Forward!
Let me know when you’re in NY! Maybe we can meet up 🙂
Nicole @ Fitful Focus recently posted…5 Ways To Spring Forward
I JUST left NYC Tuesday 🙁 I’m actually coming back this next weekend but I’m bringing my fiance so will be playing tourist 🙂 I’ll be back in May solo, though, and we should def try to meet then!
I cannot wait for warmer weather, running in shorts and longer days! This winter has been the worst!
Colleen L recently posted…Footprints: Monday Morning Recap
ME TOO!!!!
I am so looking forward to more daylight! It makes me happy! 🙂 Your race schedule sounds awesome!
Michelle @Baby Blues to Running Shoes recently posted…Five for Friday-Spring Forward
Sounds like you’ve got some fabulous races coming up! I’ve wanted to try a Zooma Race! Can’t make Annapolis this year, but looking forward to hearing about it here!
Pam@mamarunsdisney.com recently posted…Friday Five: Spring Forward
I will definitely bring back a full report! 🙂
I HATE running in gloves too! As soon as my hands warm up a bit I take them off…until they freeze again. It just feels weird. I’d love to guest post, let me know how I can help!
Michele @apaceofbalance recently posted…Friday Five: Spring Forward with Back to Basics
Michele I would LOVE to have you guest post — can you email me at eatprayrundc@gmail.com and we can chat? You rock!
I’m with you on being 1000% more social when it’s lighter out! Can you believe Shamrock is so soon?! Ahh!
Lindsey recently posted…Friday Five: Springing Forward
AHHHHHHH – I keep flipping back and forth between being excited and scared!
Ahh 10 year college reunion, how exciting! Mine is next year and I cannot wait. Oooh I will definitely start thinking of Seattle (including food) suggestions for you.
Jennifer recently posted…Friday Five: Spring Forward
Yes – I’d love to hear your suggestions!
I am so over wearing my ear warmer, I am looking for warmer weather. I can’t wait to finally start racing this spring. I’m so looking forward to more light!
Meghan @MegRoach recently posted…Frederick 10 miler, Cherry Blossom and more…
I have never been to any of the 3 cities you are visiting this Spring! I have always wanted to go to New York someday. Traveling for work I imagine can become very tiring but that’s great that you are sent to different cities through out the country!
Lindsey @ OneMotherofaDay recently posted…Friday Five: Spring Forward Edition!
I am looking forward to warmer weather. Have fun back at college. I haven’t been back since I finished 10 years ago.
Abby @ BackAtSquareZero recently posted…Mizuno Wave Hitogami
Thanks Abby! I went to my 5 year reunion and that was so fun, so I know this one will be a blast as well 🙂