Merry Christmas!

Hope everyone had a great day!

Goober is getting ready to start the new year off running! She's got brand new sneakers (Jordans! Haha!) and even though they are a bit big, she loves them! Thanks Coach Fish!

A Visit from Tall Mom

My fave pic I took of Mel in February

Mel stopped by my house yesterday and we got to chat for an hour or so.  She held Goober most of the time, so it was a nice break for my arms (I swear, babies are great weight training equipment!).  We talked about running and goals for the new year, and I told her I'd be back to being her running buddy soon.  My health is still not in tip top shape, and so I haven't got the go-ahead to start training again...

Oh goodness, I can't WAIT to start running again for so many reasons.  My Newtons are dying to be used and go fast!  My Garmin Gus is feeling really neglected.  I miss my Bald Eagle buddy, Sam, on the trail.  I need to run off the stress and just have some "me" time.  I haven't "raced" since last year (ugh!).  There's a new Brooks long sleeve top that is itching to be worn for the first time (thanks, Mel!).  And I want to feel strong again.

Plus, I miss my running buddies!
Ah, soon.

Shout out to Coach Fish...it was his birthday yesterday!  Woot!  Happy Birthday, Uncle!

Earning Extra Moolah

So, it's the holidays and we all know what that means...our bank accounts and wallets are maxed out.  How about a little extra cash to get you going into the New Year?

I've participated in PTC (pay-to-click) sites before and I've actually made some money on the side.  This was years ago, and so I've found a new site called InboxDollars that is pretty good when it comes to earning some easy cash.  It doesn't cost a dime and you get paid for reading e-mails (targeted to your interests), taking surveys, completing free offers, cashback shopping with partners (like Target.com, Overstock.com, Walmart.com, to name a few) and completing easy web tasks for cash.  Plus, there's an automatic $5 added to your account just for signing up.  Easy as pie.  Mmmm, pie...

What can you do with this money?
How about put it towards race fees...

Get a super reflective running vest...

Buy antlers for your dog...

Or, you can be financially savvy and pay off those holiday bills.

Shameless plug: 

Please sign up.  

It's so easy.  

If not for yourself, then do it for Goober.  

Awww, see?  Goober's so cute.  I know you can't resist!

Now, here's a cheesy banner to start.

Edited to add: 
What you make is pretty much up to you.  The e-mails come on occasion and don't flood your inbox.  I have done some of the cash tasks, which don't make much and take a little time.  Some of the offers are fun, and can make a couple bucks just for registering for something (note: you will get some spam, so I have a separate email account just for this sort of thing).  Plus, I did some of my Christmas shopping using the "Cash Shopping" partners links for cashback.  The surveys are pretty easy and vary with how much they pay out.  Overall, this is not a job at all, more of a "hey, I have a little free time, I'll do a survey" kind of thing.  :)  Check it out for more ideas on how much you can make. 

Hold On a Moment

Even though I started lightly walking on my treadmill a little while ago, I think I am doing too much too soon.  :(  Oh well.  I really want to be getting back into exercise and running, but I guess I'm not ready yet. 

In the meantime, while taking care of Miss Goober, I'm trying to find ways to earn some income.  Any ideas?  I was officially "let go" from my job because the little company was struggling, and I had a feeling it would be that way.  Sure, it's nice because I can take care of Goober longer without having to worry about daycare yet, but I still want to pull my own weight for our family.  I'm not used to "not working."  It's weird already.  Money just plain sucks.

Goober has been projectile vomiting more often lately and I feel so awful.  I wish I knew what was wrong. She's pretty gassy, and I've tried the Mylicon baby drops, but I don't know if they work.  Poor baby.  She's still amazing and beautiful though.

She's the Princess of eyebrow expressions

Day 18 with Miss Goober

Sleeping with Mommy

She's a doll!  I love her so much!  I'm getting used to the little amount of sleep I get, and the crazy schedule of feeding, changing, bathing, holding and hugging little miss Goober.  She really loves to be on the move. If she gets fussy, then Travis and I walk her around the house or dance with her and she mellows out.

Just an hour old...look at those runner legs!

I'm recovering nicely.  Since I ended up needing a c-section, a lot of rest was in the cards.  I'm feeling pretty good with little to no pain, but I want to give my body time to really heal.  Yesterday I went for a very very slow walk on the treadmill for 10 minutes.  Of course it felt amazing!  I can't wait for the Doc to give me the go ahead to run again.    I've got Goober's jogging stroller all set!  Soon soon.

You know, I've missed the blogging world.  And since I'll be a stay-at-home-mom for an indefinite amount of time, hopefully I'll get back to my blog more.  Missed you all!

All Turkey'd out for Thanksgiving

She loves to make the Zoolander "Blue Steel" face

Hanging out with Daddy

I'm a Mommy!

Goober is here!! She arrived at 2:19pm today, on her due date. She is 6 lbs, 10 ounces & 19.5 inches long. Full head of brown hair! She hasn't cried at all yet, and is a sweet baby so far. :) Travis and I are in love with her! She's got some gangly arms/legs and looks to be a future runner. More pictures later!

The Magical Number 39

Today marks 39 weeks...
I'm still around.  Goober's still baking.  Although I think we are BOTH getting restless. ;)  Went for a 2 mile walk the other day and it was great to just be outside in the fall weather.  I'm just ready for Goober to be in a stroller and enjoying walks/runs with me from the outside.  The red and orange leaves are gorgeous!  Plus, I'm looking forward to bonding with my daughter...wow, that's really strange to say!

One of the many funny magnets I got from my little sister, Liza