I ran the DC Rock n' Roll half marathon last week. It was quite a different experience from my previous races. First off, it rained. It rained when I woke up at 6 in the morning to leave, it rained when the race began, it rained as I ran up a very long and steep hill, and it rained as I crossed the finish line. I was soaked. This race was also the hardest that I've ever ran. The combination of not adequately training and hills, is mentally and physically challenging. There were so many times when I just wanted to stop, walk, or take a quick breather. The only thing that made me keep going was the thought of the finish line. It was the most satisfying feeling when I finally crossed it.
After the race Matt, a few of our friends, and I went to BTS. Matt and I rewarded ourselves with the biggest burger we could find. It was sooo good. I would run 13 miles again for it.
The best time of the year has come, Spring! It's starting to warm up in D.C. I think I let the weather affect my mood too much. I've been significantly happier since it's gotten warmer. Everything is better when it's warm and the sun is shining. Last Thursday was so warm, my friend Jane and I decided to take a walk down Georgetown and by the river. We stopped by Georgetown Cupcakes, looked at beautiful dresses in one of the shops, and watched the gorgeous sunset.
Literally half of my coworkers are pregnant and they are all due within a few weeks of each other so the baby showers have begun. Last week I was handed a box of diapers and some ribbon and was given the job to make a diaper cake. I had never made one before, but that that's not a problem with Pinterest.
This weekend my friends and I decided to make dinner. We made teriyaki chicken, baked vegetables, spinach salad, and for dessert, we had Oreo milkshakes. We had so much fun making it and everything turned out so good.
After dinner, we ended our night with The Sound of Music. I loved all four hours of it.
Saturday was a 13 hour day. It started with a visit to the flea market. It was so much fun. We planned on being there for an hour but ended up being there all morning. There were so many different tents that had everything from jewelry, restored furniture, and amazing art to fresh fruits and vegetables.
From the flea market, we headed to Mt. Vernon (George Washington's estate). By far my favorite thing I've done since being in D.C. It was incredibly beautiful, both his house and his endless land. I could spend all day just walking around.
George's not-so-humble abode.
We found Martha there. She ages very well.
From Mt. Vernon we went to Old Town Alexandria. Old Town Alexandria is similar to Georgetown but has a totally different feel to it. It's a super cool place. We ate Chili at Hard Times Cafe, and I ate a life's worth of cornbread. I have a weak spot for cornbread.
Night time in Old Town is magical.
We sat on the boardwalk and talked forever.
I always have such a good time with these people, they are my favorite.
(Jadeyn, Teresa, Jane, JD, Katie, Me)
I have been so grateful for the people I've met here. It doesn't matter where you are, if you are surrounded by good people life is good.
