It was one of those slow, soggy fall mornings today. The kind that practically begs for a pumpkin candle and a mellow coffeehouse playlist.
After tidying up, I noticed the sun finally breaking through the clouds and the rain easing up, so I laced up my shoes and headed out for my “long” run – a steady four miles as I ease back into running and prep for some longer races this spring. I’m not running for time right now; I’m just focused on staying injury-free and remembering to have fun along the way.
Luckily, the rain stayed away while I was out there. Was it my best run? Not even close. I had some breathing issues and a few tight spots in my shoulders – nothing serious, just one of those runs where your body feels a little off. I’m pretty sure the combo of my sports bra and MyZone heart rate monitor was too tight around my ribs!
When I finished, I knew I’d be starving and definitely not in the mood to cook, so I ordered Chipotle and grabbed it on the way home.
It hit the spot — my usual sofritas veggie bowl with white rice, pinto beans, corn salsa, lettuce, and their red chili salsa. I paired it with an ice-cold Diet Coke, my post-run treat, and yes… it was so good.
And for dessert? Candy corn. I know, I know. I might be one of the only people left who loves it. Actually, that’s not true. My son does too, and one of my coworkers… so that makes three of us, ha!
Question: Are you team candy corn? Let me know in the comments!
I wanted to follow up on my last post about stepping away from social media, because honestly, it’s been one of the best decisions I’ve made in a long time. One of the main reasons I wanted to step back was because it started to feel like it was controlling me, instead of the other way around.
Since stepping back, I’ve realized just how much social media had crept into every quiet space of my day. Those little in-between moments that used to be mine. I’d reach for my phone without even thinking, constantly checking in, scrolling, comparing, or posting just to stay “caught up.” Now, those pauses feel different. They feel peaceful. I don’t feel the pressure to share every run, meal, or thought. Instead, I just live them. It’s a kind of calm I didn’t even realize I was missing. And I’m loving the slower pace, the real conversations, and the freedom that comes with not needing to be online all the time.
Sometimes the best connection is the one you make with your own life — unplugged and unfiltered.
Stay well!
Tasha
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