Archives for December 2013

2014: Ring it in!

It’s really hard to believe that 2013 is coming to a close. My year in running was filled with so many firsts, setting and achieving big goals, meeting lots of new faces and forming some awesome friendships. I look forward to what 2014 has in store and will be sharing some goals for the New Year in the following days. And, thank you for being a continued supporter of Lisa Runs for Cupcakes and keeping me motivated to continue my running adventures well {Read More}

Race Recap: 2013 Marine Corps Marathon

Here goes nothing. It’s my long overdue 2013 Marine Corps Marathon race recap! When I woke up to my alarm the morning of 2013 Marine Corps Marathon, I was excited, but I felt a nervous pit in my stomach that I had not felt in a long time. I quickly grabbed my race gear and tried my best not to wake up Cora and Jake (oh the joys of staying in a hotel before a race). Within a few minutes I {Read More}

Happy Holidays!

Merry Christmas to all! I hope that you are enjoying time with your loved ones today! Happy Holidays! From my house to yours, Lisa —————————————— Other ways to connect: Twitter: LRuns4Cupcakes FaceBook: Lisa Runs for Cupcakes Pinterest: LRuns4Cupcakes Instagram: Lisa Runs for Cupcakes

Sweet Treats!

One of my favorite things to do during the holiday season is make sweet treats for my family and friends. This year, I made candied pecans, chocolate covered pretzels, chocolate chip cookies, and my favorite… sugar cookies! So today, I thought I would share my sugar cookie recipe in case you are in need of a last minute recipe. These cookies aren’t too sweet and just the right consistency. Just be sure to keep an eye on them once they are {Read More}

How was your year of running?

Every year Miss Zippy poses the question, how was your year of running? Today, I am joining the link up to share my favorite parts of 2013. Best race experience? 2013 was a really special year of running for me. I completed my first marathon and took ten minutes off my half marathon PR but my BEST race experience was Hood to Coast. Running with Team Lemonade for Nuun Hydration was one of those once in a lifetime experiences that {Read More}

Five for Friday: In the Holiday Spirit!

Today, to get me out of my blogging funk and get into the holiday spirit, I’m linking up with Mar for Five for Friday! 1.) Yesterday, my office hosted a Christmas party for all of the military families in the West Point community. It was an absolute blast. When we were signing up for our roles a few weeks ago, I decided to take the lead on monitoring Santa’s line. Instantly, I thought that I should dress as an elf. {Read More}