The Kohlmans

I just had the best run of the year. I didn't run particularly far. I actually turned around early. I didn't run particularly fast. It was actually slower than yesterday. But on my run this morning, I got caught. in the rain! Let me explain. I've been running since May, four to six days a week, in the morning. And only once - all summer long - did rain prevent me from running during my desired time. So this morning, when the heavens opened, I smiled. As raindrops soaked my shirt and shorts and shoes, I celebrated. It felt so good. I got home right when Brad was getting up. He just looked at me. For some reason he wouldn't give me a hug. So this, even if it's only a brief shower, is desperately needed and refreshingly welcome. At least to me. Jazzy, not so much.

I dashed like a warrior this morning with some amazing friends. A co-worker turns 40 this week and wanted to do something special for her 40th. So she chose the Warrior Dash. Basically, this is a 5K trail run obstacle course. Yes, those pictures are real. I jumped over fire. It's a true story. We started the weekend with a long drive to KC (we made a few pits stops...). There weren't more than a handful of quiet moments the whole drive. After checking into our hotel, we headed to Zona Rosa for some shopping and eating.  I am a library nerd. I want these. (But I stayed true to my clutter-free pledge and didn't even look at the price!) Yogurtini - NOT as good as Orange Leaf. I had so much fun hanging out with these girls. Well, women. :) I love them dearly and am so privileged to have such amazing coworkers. I can't even tell you how awesome they are. Maybe some day I'll try. It was great to get a chance to spend time with them outside of the school...