Remembering Laps While Swimming

Remembering laps while swimming has presented some interesting challenges. Beyond the basics, like trying to get my swim cap and goggles to stay on, I struggle to remember what lap I’m on during a long swim. I know it sounds funny, but I’m pretty sure I’m not the only one with this issue. Say you’ve… Continue reading Remembering Laps While Swimming

Shrimp, Eggplant, and Quinoa

It’s heating up here in Sacramento. That means longer days and hotter temps. It also means the farmers’ markets are filled with veggies and summer fruit. And while I love filling my basket with fresh produce and other treats, I have to get a little more creative about how I’m going to cook them before they go… Continue reading Shrimp, Eggplant, and Quinoa

free bike services Sacramento | Sacramento Bike Kitchen

In the few short weeks since I started triathlon training, I have learned so much. A lot of that has come on the bike. One lesson, bikes, and bike maintenance, can be costly, but the free bike services Sacramento has to offer are a huge help. I’m not new to the bike, in fact, I… Continue reading free bike services Sacramento | Sacramento Bike Kitchen

Overcoming Procrastination on doctoral thesis

Last week my husband defended his doctoral dissertation at USC. To me, that just sounds smart and impressive.   And I’m honestly not bragging when I say it really is.   For the past couple of months, he has spent endless hours on his dissertation, which is a huge research paper you have to complete… Continue reading Overcoming Procrastination on doctoral thesis

Father’s Day

At work, during our weekly staff meeting, we always have a question of the day. Yesterday, in honor of the just passed Father’s Day weekend, the question was “recall a special memory with your Dad”. For me, this was no easy task. That’s because there are so many to pick from!   I have countless… Continue reading Father’s Day