Beautiful sunrise run…first at the beach

and then along the Watercolor trails and boardwalks!

The downside to Jason returning home before me…He sent me this picture of the mail I received while on vacation.  Busted.

After my run, I had another breakfast on the Fish Out of Water patio.  The view and my fruit bowl were gorgeous!

I opted for the adult pool after breakfast.  The Watercolor Inn Beach Club is full of energy and this pool provides a nice quiet spot to relax.

And then, it was time to pack and head home, but not before one last picture from my balcony.

I basically packed a bucket of pineapple for the drive home. I also found a Smoothie King (they have vegan options).

Friday: National Donut Day!

Coincidence?  I think not.

What better way to kickoff donut day than with a gym workout followed by a green smoothie!  I am loving the New Balance Ice Graphic Tunic and 876 seemed like a fun number to run.  Take that OCD runners!

Bye, bye sand.  A much needed carwash.

I have been taking dates with me to snack on throughout the day.  One date really fixes my sweet tooth!

And, the main reason I came home (other than seeing my husband!) was to pickup my race bib for this weekend’s Franklin Half Marathon!  I’m joining friends and using it as a training run.  It’s always a super hot/hilly race.  I would never choose it as a goal race, but it’s fun to support a local run with friends!

After lots of yummy vacation food, I opted to skip the donuts.  It’s all about balance and I had my fair share of sweets over the last week.

Do you enjoy just running races for fun with friends or does your competitive spirit kick in?

Did you celebrate donut day?  What kind and from where? Obviously, I’m living vicariously!

After vacations, do you feel the need to “reign it in” and eat a little healthier?

Happy Weekend and Choose Joy!