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I just added my first blog on my new website – www.mymommyrun.com.

I am going to use this blog to record my adventures in triathlon/running training as a full time working mom.

Lena

2009 Christmas Shoot, originally uploaded by tigerpaw511.

We had all but two cousins this year as we got the kids together for our annual Christmas shoot. Jon was the toughest to capture this year as he seemed determined to do whatever he wanted..which did not include sitting still for 10 seconds. Oh well, good thing there’s Photoshop.

David

Here’s wishing all of you a Happy Thanksgiving.

David

So many people mistakenly call people they know or meet, “a friend of theirs”. I believe, your an acquaintance before your a friend. I have many acquaintances, but only a few can be called my friends. Friendship is a sort of relationship between people. It’s an understanding of each other. Of what is important and what isn’t to each other. It’s a commitment, of sorts, allowing each other to comfortably participate in life together.

David

I woke up at 5:30 AM this morning to go on a 4 mile run.  I have to tell you I love running in the morning now.  I love my time in the morning when it’s still dark and the kids are sleeping (no mommy guilt, no thinking “I should be with my kids right now”).  I love looking at the stars and trying to find constellations.  It is just so peaceful.  And I love feeling good the rest of the day because running just does that to me…it just makes me feel good.

Of course, I couldn’t have these times, if it wasn’t for my wonderful husband, who is there for the kids, just in case!  Love  you.

Lena

My cousin Katie is the County Manager and attorney for Orange County Animal Control in Florida. One of the projects she is spearheading made the local news (link to video below). She is working with Harbor House, a domestic violence organization, to setup a shelter for pets there. I was surprised to learn of the relationship between animal and spouse abuse. Katie’s project will allow women who are victims of domestic abuse to bring their pets with them to Harbor House.

There are statistics that show some women who are abused at home will not leave if they have a pet. Fearing for the safety of their pet, they stay at home only to endure more abuse. Knowing they can bring their pet along, women are more apt to leave the abusive situation and get help, possibly saving their life and that of their pet.

We are all very proud to hear about the work you are doing with this Katie!

For more information on Harbor House, please visit their site.

The video from WFTV featuring Katie’s project.

David

I had this great idea. I would buy a Wii Fit and work out while the kids are playing in the front room.
As you can see from the picture, this did not work out…..

Lena