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HAPPY DIWALI!

So, this is one of those reflective posts that begins with “this time, last year”. Mainly because this time, last year we were marveling in the excitement of Diwali. In India. As it should be. Hence the picture above…  It wasn’t my first trip to India, but it was my first time celebrating Diwali, otherwise…

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Gear Check!

Today, we’re talking gear.  Yeehaw!  We love gear.  G, in particular.  Shocking?  Not so much.  He’s a total dude when it comes to gadgets and things that plug in and things that tick and tock and involve keyboards and USBs.  Although, running gear isn’t only about cutting-edge technology.  It’s about the clothes, the shoes, the…

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Tips, Tricks, and Running Treats!

It’s Day 3, which means we’re well into our count-down!  We figured we’d post a little running 101 today, from our perspective.  And, just a quick NB, these tips are pre-race tips.  We haven’t technically made it through the finish line.  And we’re certainly not experts.  So, feel free to take our advice with a…

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The highs + lows of distance running

After running seriously for about 2 years, we’ve finally come to realize – and somewhat reluctantly embrace the fact – that running really does entail a series of highs, lows, and in-betweens.  Our first day of training in early July was intimidating, mainly because we were thinking…what the — have we gotten ourselves into?  Is…

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Let the 26.2 mile count-down begin!

About 6 months ago, we took the plunge, decided to give up Saturday night randomness with friends and family, and signed up for the Marine Corps Marathon – which, I believe, may be one of the largest 26.2 milers on this side of the Mason Dixon.  At the time, it seemed achievable, well, kind of. …

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Happy anniversary to our fellow October-ites!

Normally, we’d channel our inner geek and wax technology and cutting-edge gadgets today.  BUT, it’s our anniversary, so please forgive us for the slightly cheesy post.  On October 13, 2007, we got married in Lansdowne, VA.  Which is close to Leesburg.  Which is close to Reston.  And Arlington.  And DC.  Oh, you get the point. …

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Creative entrepreneurship in the streets of DC

This past weekend, G and I ventured to Dupont Circle in Washington, DC for a friend’s birthday celebration at Current Sushi.  As many of you know, or at least those of you who’ve been to or lived in DC, it’s never easy to find parking in Dupont, home of some of the city’s finest dining…

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