Unfriended In Real Life

Yeah, that just happened.

Ever get a break up letter from a friend? My girlfriends and I just did. So sad. While one of us saw it coming, I didn't. I hope my friend (or ex-friend) gets the help she needs without having to cut out any more people. Everyone needs their friends...or at least I do.

Wanted: A Day of Ridiculousness

This weekend's event couldn't have been more crazy. My friends, S & J, and I did something impulsive and signed up for the Bubble Run 5K a few days before the event. S needed some ridiculousness in her life right now, so I agreed to do it with her and J said "I can't think of two other ladies I'd rather do this ridiculous event with." And so it happened.

S, me and J before the bubbles

I think that if they has for feedback, we all would agree that starting a 5K at 9am on a blistering 90 degree day is NOT ideal. Granted, we didn't have to wake up super early, but still, I would have preferred it to start at least an hour earlier. Of course, we loaded up on sunscreen. Standing in the sun for an hour (with no trace of shade) before the run is definitely the way to get burnt. Luckily we were smart.

It was very exciting once it actually started. Crossing the start line looked a little like this.

A bubble-y start

Normally I don't like to get my clothes wet if I'm not wearing a swimsuit, but this was a god-send. Walking through the wall of bubbles was so refreshing. I really wanted to just turn around and stand underneath the bubble machine. But that would cause a traffic jam and I'd probably get pushed.

There were more of these bubble stations (pink, green, blue, yellow) strategically placed throughout the 5K. Pink was the first and we came out with it all over our clothes, body and hair. It was awesome.

Me and J with pink shoes!

This definitely wasn't a competitive race as there were no timing chips, but I saw it as a race to what little shade there was on the course. "Let's run to the shade," I suggested. And then we walked slowly in that before braving the sun again.

Green wall of foam

If you were wondering what it looked like walking through the bubbles, now you know. And then you come out with it all over, which is pretty cool (pun intended).

J is a little green

You would think that they'd have more than one water station for races that are on super hot days, but it's hard to predict what the weather will be like when you're in the planning stages. A lot of people were pouring the water on their heads to cool off. I just drank 2 cups. I'll just run to the next bubble station. Blue.

I think the best part about this one was that I got to see parents push their kids in strollers through the foam. They came out with a stroller full of bubbles, no children in sight. This one woman had to shovel out the bubbles to free her kid!

Lost baby

Found baby!

Surprisingly, the kid wasn't crying. I think he actually enjoyed it.

And then there was yellow. So many people had been going through there, the bubble wall was non-existent. There was a pile of bubble, but the wind was pushing it out of the machine to the right, so unless you wanted to wait for people to walk through that side... 

Mellow Yellow

but somehow we managed to still come out with yellow on us, if only on the feet.
 

S has yellow feet

Crossing the finish line, we entered into a bubble foamy awesomeness party. Which is where we hung out for a while to cool off from the sweltering heat.

S and me cooling off

Me and J standing in the bubble wall

drowning in bubbles

Best bubble bath ever!

Even though my feet were swimming in my shoes, my clothes sopping wet, and my body dyed with color, the question I ask myself is, would I do this 5K again? For sure.

A hot mess, but loving it!

The How-To Crew: How-To Use Vinegar {30 Tips and Tricks}

I was just randomly browsing the net and I found this article. It's pretty cool the different ways you can use everyday household items like vinegar.  I just might have to try a few. :) Check out the link below.



The How-To Crew: How-To Use Vinegar {30 Tips and Tricks}: I have loved finding new ways to use everyday items around our house.  We had such a great response from our post,  100+ Uses For Baking So...

Say Whaaat?!

What grumpy cat said.

NO.

That is all.

Beware of the brown bear

This is what 5:30am looks like in Colorado. 

"Be on the lookout for the brown bear," A's brother warned us last night before we went to bed. There's been one wandering their neighborhood and since we are leaving before there's light, just gotta be on the safe side. 

It was funny. A opened the front door and turned on his phones flashlight to make sure there was no brown bear waiting for us out on the porch. No bear. Phew. We are safe. But wouldn't that be something, to see a brown bear at your front door?

Weekend Getaway in Colorado

So here it is, Sunday night and I'm all packed and ready to head home. The bf and I took a last minute flight after work on Friday to head out to Colorado Springs to visit his brother and help celebrate his 40th birthday. 

I love these kinda of trips! We spent the weekend in a beautiful house with a forrest-like backyard running around with A's little nieces and nephews. We definitely had a blast. I'll write more about the trip later, but had to share the backyard view. 

They've set up a zip line for the kids. A place to practice archery and of course the playhouse. You can't see the giant trampoline on the right side of the house. I totally want one of those. 

I'm sad to leave this place. I would totally move to CO in a heartbeat if the opportunity came up. 

Anyways, I gotta head to bed. We've got an early morning flight since I actually have to go to work tomorrow. It'll be a short work day as I'll be wiped out, but deadlines have to be met. Sigh. Why does work always get in the way of a good time??

Tuesday with the bestie

Today was Tuesday night with the bestie. Totally unplanned nights are the best. I came home from work and she suggested we go get our toes done. Why not? Great idea. My feet needed that :)

And top it all off with some froyo from Yogurtland. That's the icing on the cake. I loves me some froyo! 

And then this happened...

I was going to start writing again. But then this happened...

Praying for Boston

My heart broke after hearing the news of the bombing in Boston today. I couldn't believe it at first. Spectators were injured, dead, or became amputees in the blink of an eye. And at a marathon, of all places. Is there no place that's safe anymore?! Friggin' terrorists.

Sending prayers to Boston.

Happy Sibling Day

Apparently it's sibling day. So I want to say I have an amazing little sister. She's finishing up her third year in vet school while battling MS. I'm so proud of her!

Love you little sissy!