Running Inspiration

This morning I ran the La Jolla Half Marathon with my incredible training partner, Tina. I encourage all runners to find a training partner. Partners keep each other motivated, encourage each other, and provide accountability!

We are 5 weeks out from SD Rock & Roll Marathon! Yayyy! :)

Love her! 

You'd be surprised how many problems you can solve while running. 

Allyson Felix: my alter ego. Absolute perfection. I like to pretend I'm her at the end of a race and kick FAST! 

Take your aggressions to the road. Running is the best form of therapy. 

This may sound crazy, but I have better times when I run in cute clothes and shoes. I think a great running outfit can boost your confidence :)

I thought this was a fun way to display race bibs.  See you on the road! 

Sapphire and faded jeans, I hope you get your dreams. Just go ahead, let your hair down.

The perfect bow. 

This gorgeous striped sweater/infinity scarf combo make me miss those romantic winter nights.

Black stockings, leather gloves, and trench coats should be in every fashionista's wardrobe.

Red bottoms. Warm heart. 

I'm not the same girl anymore. Running changed me.

Steve Prefontaine. Time for guts.

#prayforboston

Runners are courageous.

Get your head right.

The longrun is what puts the tiger in the cat.

"For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of POWER, LOVE, AND A SOUND MIND!"

(2 Timothy 1:7)

Hey boy, I really wanna see if you can go downtown with a girl like me.

 Girl's Night Mandatory! :)

A huge THANK YOU to Status Fitness Magazine for naming a Top 25 Fitness Cover Model for 2013! 

I need freedom now And I need to know how To live my life as it's meant to be.

Prince Harry.

You're welcome. 

Live Beautifully...the Feminine Beach Cottage

I'm putting together the final touches to a "glamor girl" house on the beach. Here were a few concepts:

 The cool tones and warm ambience balance this room well. Ultra soft throws and candles make this a perfect beach sanctuary. 

For beach homes, why not add a fun swing? Creates fun movement throughout the room. 

Love these starfish accent pillows!

Need beach house outdoor seating? Opt for a hammock! 

This is perfect glam shabby chic! Distressed white, lots of beautiful textures throughout, gorgeous!

The chipped wood panel above the headboard brought this room to life. 

Again with the swing. lol. Also, love the fluffy oversized cushion!

Not this dark for a beach house, but love the glamorous concept! Why not put a chandelier in the powder room?

This is a good beach bedroom idea for the traditional taste.

Soft textures, breezy drapery, contemporary lighting. Beach-chic. 

I love bad b!tches that's my f#ckin' problem.

Love the beaded details on this sheer frock. 

My little Grecian fantasy. 

As glamorous as I wanna be!

I don't ask for much, just let me dress up and take me out!

Leather and a breezy skirt. Très chic!

Muah! 

My love must be a kind of blind love I can't see anyone but you.

Hello Lover. (Shoes)

I Only Have Eyes For You. 

So I'll be bold as well as strong, and use my head alongside my heart.

Madonna-Whore Complex (for women)

After a frightening conversation about platinum blonde hair (which I love, regardless of its pornstar connotation), I've thought a lot about inner conflicts in women. While some men either look exclusively for madonna or a whore, I find I'm a sad mix of both. Is it possible to be a lady and a slut at the same time?

I'm wondering how long I'll leave this post up before I delete it...