Gratitude,, procrastinaters

Does it drive anyone else crazy when people wait to the last minute to do things?  I have always shopped, planned, and prepared for all holidays.  People act like the holidays have never happened.  Then you see the same people get mad because they can't find a parking space or they can't  get what they want.  Seriously???

As I was defrosting my turkey, I noticed the following tag attached:

I was shocked to see that an average serving would be 1 1/2 pounds.  That seems like a lot of turkey, doesn't it? Plus all the sides. 

Having my usual pre-race meal Mac and cheese.  I always get nervous before a race no matter how much I have prepared.  I'm the kind of runner that does not run for fun, I run to win.  I am too competitive.  

What are you having for Thanksgiving dinner? We are having turkey, sweet potatoes, corn casserole, roasted vegetables, stuffing, Mac and cheese, mashed potatoes.  

Are you shopping on Black Friday? I'm not

Are you competitive?

Turkey humor, awesome runs

Just a little turkey humor:

I've included a how to on cooking a turkey correctly:

I had to take a trip into Memphis, to get my BOBOS oat bars. Memphis is such a run down city, which is why it is ranked third in the nation for its dangerousness (new word).  I will never understand why they chose to put Whole Foods right in the middle of the city.  Picked up a case of the maple pecan flavored bars and headed home.

I hear people always commenting on other people's success. It is usually negative, like it was just given to them.  I can tell you that nothing comes easy and without perseverance.  I have worked so hard to get back on track with my running.  If you are not willing to work your ass off for something then you really don't want it.

I logged more miles last week then I have in a long time. 

Looking forward to spending time with Zachary this week. We may go to the Memphis zoo, which is the only attraction this city, has gotten right.  There a lot of interactive things for kids to do.  Plus they have there Christmas lights up.

How was your weekend?

Do you have to drive far to get the things you love?  How far?

Have you started to defrost your turkey?

Treadmill Tuesday, Turkey Tuesday

I know I was not supposed to run for a week.  I made it five days lol. Got on the treadmill legs felt great knocked out 8 miles no pain.  Getting ready for the turkey trot next week.  Having a strong core is a must when running.  I could feel the difference when I wasn't doing abs, because of my broken tailbone. Finally been able to work on the abs and it makes a huge difference when I run.  

Prissy had a rough day. Isn't she so effing adorable. I love her.  Over the weekend, she had a nosebleed.  It scared me to death. I tried to apply pressure, however her face is flat so she couldn't breathe, it was a mess.  Finally got it to stop now every time she sneezes I panic. 

Anybody else pick up their turkey yet? I found one I liked today, 21 lbs.  I decided that since Thanksgiving is a major holiday, I would cheat on my "no meat" diet.  My son wants me to eat turkey with him so I caved.  He could probably ask me to do anything and I would.  He is so cute that I have taken apart plumbing in two sinks to get a tiny Lego out.  There is nothing that I wouldn't do for any of my children....

Tomorrow is my speed training day, probably on the treadmill, yuck.  Lobster ravioli for dinner.

How big is your turkey?  

What is the craziest thing you have done to keep your child/significant other happy? 

Do you have a pet that just flops over the furniture?