26.2 Even before I started running regularly I had it in my mind that it would be awesome to run a marathon.  I like doing things that are challenging and that most people don’t do.  Although if you had been in my head during miles 10-13 when I ran my first half marathon you would seriously be questioning me, “I thought you said the marathon was off the bucket list”, “you told me the half was a one and done!”  Now my brain is saying “obviously you were lying to me during that half because I see you are training for a marathon!”  Just before Christmas registration opened for a…

I was on a roll after our ski trip and signed up to try indoor rock climbing, another bucket list item.  I was surprised to find a few places in our state and one that is fairly close.  We chose one near my oldest and made the journey to meet up with her.  All of us being newbies, I signed us up for a group class.  They showed us how to put on our harnesses and how to find the right size shoes.  Just like bowling you can rent the shoes but unlike bowling you can use your sneakers if you choose.  We went for the full experience and rented…