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Things on my mind, remember, missing her.

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Janae

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10/14/2026

(vest, shirt, super old hat but this one is fun)

Nobody loves beanie weather more than Beck. He has been waiting for this moment since last spring.

Drama in the mountains! 8 miles at 8:22 pace.

Pulled up to this scene.

And then worked on Operation Get My Strongest Before Boston Training Starts.

Brooke’s soccer game, and Skye’s soccer practice were canceled because of the weather and so Andrew told me we were going to eat at my favorite restaurant in Utah for dinner-> Sol Agave.

Because life is too short to not get their Butter Cake on a random Tuesday night.

A few more things to talk about that I have on my mind (aka another tangent post;):

*Ummmm I would not have survived, it was SO cold.

*I pulled out the walking pad the other day, and Max was beyond confused about why I would be on this instead of outside in the pouring rain on a walk with him.

*I wrote this in my Notes app a few hours after finishing the St. George 1/2 Marathon. One thing age has taught me is to listen to my body a whole lot better. Cutting a workout short is MORE than okay if hitting the splits means digging way too deep into the well. I’ve learned that I perform so much better when I occasionally call it quits during a workout because my body is telling me to, rather than forcing myself to push through when my body clearly needs more recovery. I’m putting this here for anyone heading into a race who has missed workouts or hasn’t been able to finish every workout exactly as planned. Please don’t let that shake your confidence! It’s normal, and you can absolutely still hit your goals. Sometimes the smartest thing you can do for your training is know when to stop.

*Okay, one more from my nephew’s wedding that I love.

*Beretta’s ashes came home to us a few days ago, and it threw everyone right back into some deep grief. They arrived mid-dinner, and we all sobbed over dinner. We plan on taking her ashes to her favorite river spot and the mountains. We really miss her.

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Anything on your mind today?

Anything you’ve learned about yourself and running lately?

Tell me something beautiful in your world today!

Has anyone reading been to Sol Agave? Do you love it, too?

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  1. Valenez Avatar
    Valenez

    I am so sorry that everyone is back in Grief mode. Grief has a way of doing that, one minute everyone is fine and then a single moment triggers memories. Spreading the ashes in the river will be hard but will bring closure to all.

    Ive learned that the less I put pressure on my running the better I perform and therefore enjoy it more.

    I have never been to Sol Agave but it sounds amazing!

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    1. Janae Avatar
      Janae

      You are so right. We went from laughing to sobbing too quickly. Thank you, friend. Next time you are in Utah…

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  2. Molly Avatar
    Molly

    It’s so hard to lose a dog!! I still miss my beagle 20 years later.
    On my mind lately: marathon. Thanks for the workout tip!

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    1. Janae Avatar
      Janae

      20 years!! Will you ever get a dog again? I cannot wait for Indy. I predict a big PR.

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  3. Becky S. Avatar
    Becky S.

    That dinner looks so delicious!!! Aw, the loss of a pet hurts for so long. Animals are too good to us.

    I have too much on my mind, so I shut it down for a while. Life seems hard right now and it really isn’t. I’m reminding myself to live in the present!

    Today is like our Friday!!! We have the next 2 days off of school. I have date night tonight, shopping with my kids tomorrow and shopping with my girls, sister, mom and aunt on Saturday.

    Have a wonderful Wednesday, Janae!

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    1. Janae Avatar
      Janae

      Becky, you have a lot on your plate. A LOT. Good for you to shut it down for a while. That is necessary sometimes! Happy Fall Break. That sounds like the perfect weekend. Enjoy every single second. Thanks Becky, you too!

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  4. Kristine Avatar
    Kristine

    We took River to the pumpkin patch over the weekend and had so much fun. It was insanely busy but beautiful weather.

    I think I will always be a runner..right now I have no races on the horizon but just enjoy getting out there. I did average 12k steps a day over 2 weeks in Italy so I think being a runner and ultra runner helped lol😂

    I think the past couple years have had significant personal losses so I am always about making the small and big moments count. Italy was a bucket list and I think I put it off for a bit and then realized we don’t get forever so have to do it while we can.

    Sending ❤️. Our pets are irreplaceable parts of our family.

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    1. Janae Avatar
      Janae

      Kristine, I am so thrilled you were able to go to Italy! It looked incredible. And it is so true, we aren’t promised forever. And I am sure your running fitness made all of that walking a breeze. Hope you are having a beautiful day and thank you so much!

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  5. Wendy Avatar
    Wendy

    Sweet Beretta
    On my mind lately is trying to find running routes that don’t feel stale. That’s the downside to running for years in the same neighborhood I guess.
    I love moody clouds. Especially over the ocean or mountains.
    Sending you all love and hugs as you still grieve
    Have a great day Janae

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    1. Janae Avatar
      Janae

      We are in the same predicament; we need some novelty in our routes! Good luck to you! Thanks, Wendy, you too!

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  6. M Leith Avatar
    M Leith

    Do you have any discounts or thoughts of when your walking pad might be discounted or on sale? I love the idea of one but have just never tried it out….

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    1. Janae Avatar
      Janae

      HEY! They always do a big Black Friday sale, and I’ll make sure to include it on my blog. I have tried a few, and honestly, this one is my favorite!

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  7. Tess Avatar
    Tess

    Max’s face is too precious, I just want to snuggle him. Even thinking about Beretta makes me so sad, I can’t imagine the grief you all are feeling. I’m sure she’s looking down from puppy heaven. Sending you all the hugs. Also, the butter cake from Sol Agave is definitely the best thing on their menu in my opinion!

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    1. Janae Avatar
      Janae

      Thank you, Tess! We miss her so much.
      So glad to hear you love their butter cake, I can eat it daily. I hope you have a beautiful day!

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  8. Rebecca Avatar
    Rebecca

    I got to go to Canadian Thanksgiving this past weekend and celebrate the life of my Uncle Ed. I actually felt so at peace because it was so amazing to see his legacy live on in our family, especially the new generation being born. I know he is happy somewhere watching us, and he is proud of all of us. Grief is hard and confusing, and it can creep up on you unexpectedly. Hang in there!

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    1. Janae Avatar
      Janae

      It really can creep up when you least expect it. Rebecca, I am so glad you were able to go and celebrate your Uncle Ed. He left an amazing legacy and I’m sending you all so much love!

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  9. Georgia Mae Morrison Avatar
    Georgia Mae Morrison

    I love your weights and must know what set you have!!!

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    1. Janae Avatar
      Janae

      Hello! I have these, they are gorgeous: https://go.shopmy.us/p-49432176
      Have a great rest of your day, Georgia!

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