Saturday, July 16, 2011

Surprise!

Yesterday was my day off and I was DESPERATELY needing some attention in the hair area. I always put this off for as long as possible because it takes FOR-EV-ER to do my hair. And I am just too ADD to sit in a chair for that long.

But I was to the point that I could not put it off for another minute. So I booked an appointment with my friend Kirsten to get it colored.

I had initially told her that all I needed was a highlight. But one thing lead to the other and I ended up going from this:

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TO THIS:

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She told me that she cut 7 or 8 inches of my hair! And I absolutely LOVE it. Plus it will save me time getting ready in the morning, and I can put it in cute little pigtails for races :)

Speaking of races...I just signed up for one next Friday that I am pretty excited about.

Its for an organization called Underawareness, and its for a great cause. The organization provides children that are less fortunate with basic needs (such as underwear, clothing, and food). Its awesome when you can run a race AND contribute to a good cause.

And did I mention that its AT THE ZOO?!! It starts at 630 PM, after hours for the zoo, and takes a loop around the zoo. Afterwards you get to stick around and party it up at the zoo with private access to all the attractions! I can't wait!

Also back home in good ol' Tennessee, they are gearing up to run one of the most popular races in the area (Kenyans come run this thing) the Crazy 8s. One of my good friends and running buddy from home has been training like crazy for it and is really hoping to make a PR tonight!

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Everyone wish Caitlin luck tonight! I REALLY hope she gets that PR that she has been working for!

TRAINING:

Today is a rest day. Because of the fact that my entire day is filled with work. Yesterday, however, I did manage to get a pretty good 6 mile run in. Here are the splits:

Mile One: 8:32

Mile Two: 8:12

Mile Three: 8:03

Mile Four: 7:51

Mile Five: 7:54

Mile Six: 7:48

I think I may be getting used to this whole altitude thing. I'm still a bit slower than I was at sea level, but I'm getting there!

Oh hey! Its Friday! Anyone got any fun weekend plans? races?

11 comments:

  1. That race sounds like SO much fun! I wish we had something like that around here!

    LOVE your hair, looks super cute :)

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  2. Um I love your hair! I was just talking about chopping mine for the summer but I am so scared! If I was guaranteed to look like you I would totally do it! So so pretty!

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  3. Your hair looks super cute! Love it!

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  4. LOVEEE the hair, girl!!

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  5. I love your hair! I just cut mine off as well. It feels so nice and refreshing!

    That would be so much fun to run at the zoo. So cool!
    Sarah

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  6. Love your new 'do! Cutting off a big chunk of hair is so liberating, right? And perfect for this summer heat!

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  7. Your hair looks great! I hate getting my hair done, it can take 3-4 hours in a chair and it gets to be soooo boring!
    A run at the zoo, sounds like alot of fun!

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  8. Nice run!!! Love the hair :)

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  9. Aww I love your haircut, it looks super cute! I am definitely going to have to check out that race btw, it looks like a lot of fun for a good cause!

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  10. Love your hair cut! You look great!

    Also - that race looks like it will be fun! At the zoo....ah! I love it already.

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