We’re already into April, and I’m just articulating my 2019 goals here.  Initially, my goals were to make it through my races in Jan and Feb.  In January, I was able to successfully pace the 2:40 group at the She Power Half in Chandler.

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Today's @shepowerhalf was such a great morning filled with all of my favorites: #mrtt #skirtsisters #burnsisters #instafriends I love the atmosphere of this race. I met some amazing women today, Laura from OH (a 50 states finisher), Melissa from HI (completed her 3rd state on her quest to 50!), a gal from TX who ran the 3M half last week and a couple of fun groups from SoCal and TN. This was my second time pacing the race, and the plan was to start a little slower and have a fast finish. Approaching the finish, I made sure to yell "2:40 is coming in hot!" Mission accomplished!! I was thankful for all the friends and #burnsouthchandler sisters cheering along the course! And especially thankful for time shared together after the race with MRTT crew. 💙 #shepowerhalfpacer #skirtsportsBRF #womenwhomove #SkirtSportsAmbassador #jaguarskirt #tempertantrumprint #procompressionambassador #sponsored #foundationofmovement

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I #earnedthebird at Phoenix Half in February.

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Wow! What a race and what a day! I love the running community and the Mesa Phoenix Half Marathon is a great place to celebrate this amazing community! This race will always have a special place in my heart. I loved seeing #instafriends along the course rocking their race. A great big thank you to our hype crew for the cheers and race pictures. Congratulations to all who crossed the finish line today! So many were battling or coming off of injuries, I'm so amazed at your grit and determination. No PR for me, but I'm rewarded with a renewed appreciation for the distance and training cycle. ❤ #willrise #womenwhomove #SkirtAmbassador #procompressionambassador #beatyesterday #resultsstarthere #jorunsphxmesa2019 #lottabreezeskirt

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I listened to my head and my heart for my first DNS in a long while…

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My #flatme for my first DNS in a long while. I really wanted to do today's 10k, since it was my first 10k 11 years ago. All the things caught up to me and I know I can't do ALL the things. I love @lostdutchmanmarathon races so I was sad to miss out on all of today's fun, but waking up to a bed full of snuggles and a nice family breakfast filled up my heart and was just what this mama needed. #balancingmommy #sassyspudandtater #SkirtAmbassador #procompressionambassador

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I got myself put back together and I was able to do a race with the family!

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What a fun morning at @run3rd5k !! My #Run3rd dedications made it across the finish line. ❤ I love the atmosphere and energy of this race. I loved meeting fellow ambassadors and seeing #MRTT sisters! I was blessed to be able run with fellow ambassador @agisthenewog 💙💛💙💛. Truly thankful for this time together. I'm so proud of all the hard work my friends and family put it to achieve their finishes!! #SkirtAmbassador #skirtsports #golongerskirt #tantrumprint #procompression #procompressionambassador #sponsored #beatyesterday #resultsstarthere #womenfortri #womenwhomove #run3rd5k #run3rd5kambassador

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Now that those races are done, I’m focused on strength training at Burn Boot Camp and triathlon training!  I’m coming for you Cactus Man Sprint!

What’s ahead??

• A bunch of firsts:
  • Pat’s Run!
  • Cactus Man Sprint
  • Deuces Wild Sprint (new event!)
  • Tour de Tucson Century (Wait, did I say that outloud?)
• PR at Hot Chocolate 15k? We’ll see how Tour de Tucson goes!
• More Burn Camps!