And That's One To Grow On

Well my dear friends, my trip to Cabo is coming to an end. Overall it's been quite a success. I managed to get both my planned runs in, including 8 dreadful miles on the treadmill, that stopped at least 3 times mid run (probably my fault for accidentally hitting that stupid emergency stop button). I'm not sure of my exact time/pace, but it ranged from 8:30 to 9:20, mostly closer to 9:20. Even being in air conditioning, I can't believe how much I sweat. Embarrassing people. Really embarrassing. It was flinging all over the treadmill and glass wall. GROSS!

A few lessons learned:

1. If you use an ATM in another country, don't expect to get US Dollars out of it.
2. If you're going on a boating cruise and ending up at dinner in the sand, it's probably not a good idea to wear your $500 pumps.
3. If a guy named Rambo pours tequila down your throat on numerous occasions, you will most likely puke and miss the fun festivities the next day.
4. Sunscreen is good. So are hats.
5. Skype is the bomb! (Webcams...extra fun).
6. If you go fishing, it will be a long day in the sun.
7. Blackberry's are cool because you can BBM all the live-long day (for free) with a special boy missing you back home.
8. Just because someone buys you a tequila shot, does not mean you have to take it.
9. Talking down to your spouse in front of other people only makes you look like the jerk.
10. There is no such thing as a free meal (or free trip for that matter).
    

Ok, now here's the fun part. Guess which 2 lessons were learned by me. No prize will be given, but you'll feel extra cool if you know me well enough to guess correctly. Ok, maybe you won't, but play along.

Adios

Hola from Cabo.
It's so hot and pretty!!!

Will try to get some runs in, but not sure when. I have an 8 miler scheduled for the weekend.

Lessons In Cabo

Things I've learned so far

* Tequila drinking does not count as cross training
* Remembering Spanish is not like "riding a bike"
* Wealthy people dress much nicer than me
* Chips and guacamole does not count as a balanced diet
* Eating like crap makes me feel like crap
* My pants are tight

Es Todo.
Gracias.

How The Other Half Lives

Hola de Cabo.

Just checked into my fantabulous room at The One&Only Palmilla. Wowsers. I have a personal butler who will unpack and iron my laundry! I bet he isn't used to ironing clothes from Target. ha ha. Also, my patio is HUGE with a big bed type thing on it. The room is a suite that is bigger than my apartment at home (and decorated MUCH nicer). It's cool to see how the other half lives sometimes. I wish I was here for fun in the sun. Oh well, better than being tied to my desk at work.

Have a meeting in a moment but wanted to check in with my peeps.

Running? What is this running you speak of?
I have not hit the pavement in a couple days and I'm feeling wretched about it. My plan is to wake up early and use the treadmill at the gym. It's way to hot and humid to run outside.

Wish me luck.
Not sure when I will be able to post again.

Adios. Livin' La Vida Loca.

Almost Famous

I felt like Penny Lane last week on two occasions.

The first one was funny. My girlfriend just got her Ph.D. from Brown. I have no idea why such a smartie pants would want to hang with me, but that's another story (Hi Dr. B). Anyway, one of her friends from the East Coast saw me on her facebook page and was like, "Does your friend Jessica write a blog?" To make a long story short (ok, it's kinda a short story, shorter) she has been reading my blog for a while and I just thought it was cool to actually be recognized by someone who doesn't know me in person. (Hi Trina!)

My second brush with fame was when the lovely and talented Amy from RunnersLounge contacted me and asked if I would do an open mic interview for their website. I was completely flattered, although I don't know if people would really want to read about me. So anyway -please check it out so Amy doesn't regret asking me for the interview. Just go over there and leave a little comment so I know you were there. My Open Mic Interview

Vegas was a blast. I completely lost my voice. I swear it wasn't from screaming at the Thunder Down Under men. The show was actually comical. I spent a lot of time laughing and having fun. Saturday night I danced my fair share of calories away. But I think the AC blasting at the hotel really messed up my throat.

Going to Cabo tomorrow, so my blogging will be sporadic for the next week.
Peace Out Homies.