Hey, I'm still here!

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Just a small update with hopefully more to come.

Happy fall to you. My favorite season is finally upon us! I took a big break over the Summer and readjusted some of my priorities. There's some big changes happening in our family and fortunately/unfortunately blogging has taken a backseat...

That's right, I'm pregnant!!! My first trimester was pretty darn horrible with severe morning sickness... I'm glad to be in my second trimester now and you can expect an update on how that's going soon.

As far as running, it hasn't happened. There were many days where I could barely shower or get my clothes on without throwing up, I actually ended up losing weight. Now that I'm mostly feeling better, I'm looking ahead to the Rock 'n' Roll Oasis Vancouver Half Marathon and Cunningham Seawall 10k and devising a plan to get back on track. I won't be racing for a personal best, but I can't wait to be out there and celebrate this great race with everyone, even though I might be a lot slower now.

Don't forget, if you haven't registered yet, my discount is available until online registration closes:

How was your summer?

Blogging for Rock 'n' Roll including a giveaway entry to #RnRVAN!

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I made an announcement a couple of weeks ago in my blogiversary post about how I've been invited to blog for 2 very cool races this year. One of those races is the Rock 'n' Roll Oasis Vancouver Half Marathon & Cunningham Seawall 10k. They introduced me on their rock 'n' blog site today:

RACE DETAILS:

Distances:
Half Marathon & 10k

Date:
Sunday October 26, 2014

Location:
Vancouver, BC (Route TBA)

Cost:
Half Marathon: $85 until June 1st & 10k: $45 through July 1st

I'm so stoked that this race series is coming to Vancouver and to be part of the inaugural event is truly an unexpected honor. I mean the Rock n' Roll series is kind of a big deal and to be able to blog for them is a REALLY big deal for me. Last year, I took part in both Rock 'n' Roll Portland and Rock 'n' Roll Seattle and they were some of the most exciting races I attended last year. You just can't beat that kind of entertainment during a race!

A few of my favorite bloggers and friends are also a part of the #RnRVAN Rock 'n' Blog team:

Nicole @ nicolevanzanten.com

Tina @ Fabulosi-T

Nikki @ Slow is the New Fast

Even though I was planning to wait to do this giveaway, I'm so excited I just can't! Also, just in case someone from out of town wins, I want to give them lots of time to plan their amazing trip to Vancouver! The winner will receive a code to redeem an entry into the Half Marathon or the 10k Race which must be redeemed by July 26, 2014.
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To keep track of all the latest Rock 'n' Roll Vancouver news, make sure to like them on FaceBook and follow them @RunRocknRoll on Twitter as well as follow me in my journey towards this exciting event!

2014 Race Schedule

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So here it is, my 2014 race schedule:

1. Chilly Chase Half Marathon – Vancouver, BC - January 26, 2014

2. Vancouver First ½ Half Marathon – Vancouver, BC - February 16, 2014

3. West Van Run 10k – West Vancouver, BC - March 2, 2014

4. Golden Ears Half Marathon – Langley, BC - March 9, 2014

5. Ford Mustang 50^th Anniversary Half Marathon – Las Vegas, NV - April 19, 2014

6. BMO Vancouver Full Marathon – Vancouver, BC - May 4, 2014

7. Run for Water Full Marathon – Abbotsford, BC - May 25, 2014

8. Calgary Full Marathon – Calgary, AB - June 1, 2014

9. Seattle Rock n’ Roll Half Marathon – Seattle, WA - June 21, 2014

10. Vancouver Rock n’ Roll Half Marathon – Vancouver, BC - October 26, 2014

So as you can see, so far I have only 10 races on the schedule and I still need to pick 4 more for the 14in2014 challenge but I figure, just like last year, a few more will come up along the way! 

I've highlighted my 2 premiere races for this year! I'm so ecstatic to be joining the #SCMForerunners team for the Scotiabank Calgary Marathon in June. And I'm quite honestly still in disbelief that the Rock 'n' Roll race series will be landing in my city for the inaugural Rock 'n' Roll Oasis Vancouver Half Marathon and Cunningham Seawall 10k in October and I'm so honored that I have been invited to join in the festivities. There will be lots more on these to come, so stay tuned!

As always, you can find my updated race schedule and completed races here.

My ProCompression giveaway runs until Thursday!

Are you doing any of these races? What are you most excited about for 2014? Lastly, do you have any suggestions for my 4 other mystery races?

Happy Blogiversary Read.Bake.Run.Repeat!

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One year ago today I decided to revive a blog that I had previously used as a tool to raise money for the Nike Women's Half Marathon in 2010.  Over the past year, the blog has grown in popularity and become something I never could have imagined. 

As part of my 1 year blogiversary I decided it was time to finish off my logo/design! When I first had my logo created, I liked it, but it wasn't quite what I had in mind, Amber at Amber Mabe Design created this one for me and she really captured what I was going for.

 

I've been alluding to some big announcements in conjunction with the blogiversary for a while... drumroll please...!

1. My mostly complete 2014 race schedule will be posted on the blog tomorrow! Until, then check out #2 and #3 for some BIG hints.

2. I have been invited to officially rock n' blog for the inaugural Rock 'n' Roll Oasis Vancouver Half Marathon and Cunningham Seawall 10K! Keep an eye on the blog for more information to come and a giveaway for an entry into the event!

3. I will also be blogging for the 50th Anniversary of the Calgary Marathon in June which will be part of my quest for Marathon Maniac status THIS year!

4. After a successful experience doing the 13in2013 challenge, I have decided to join 14in2014!

5. Lastly, to celebrate the blogiversary and a very exciting year ahead, I'm holding a ProCompression giveaway for a pair of marathon socks. Here is my previous review of the socks! They are a recovery must-have.
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  Happy Blogiversary Read.Bake.Run.Repeat.!