New Day, New Shoes!
Happy Wednesday! It’s been quite a week around here so far. As the saying goes, “You’re only ever as happy as your unhappiest child.” On Monday both my kids were sad- for unrelated reasons- and even my cat wasn’t feeling well (cats definitely count as children!) I felt that I deserved some serious retail therapy on Tuesday. But first, this happened… An early morning pool run! Last week I ran a few more miles than planned, so I decided to give my legs (and foot) a little break. We have a pool (it’s a Florida thing) but it’s too expensive to heat, so this is the first time I’ve been in it this year. I have a flotation device and “run” in the deep end. It’s really not so bad… every once in a while. And then… a trip to “Disneyland,” aka the running shoe store! I’ve only found a few shoes that I like, because I need so much room in the toebox- I practically need clown shoes. I tried on a few pairs just for fun, but in the end bought the same shoes I already own- the New Balance 880s. Extra-wide! While I was there I tried On shoes. (ha ha… that was a weird sentence. I don’t mean “I tried on shoes” but I tried “ON” shoes.) They were comfortable, but kind of odd feeling. I don’t think I’d like them for running, but they’re so cute! Since I now wear running shoes all the time, I’m contemplating splurging on a pair of On just for everyday use. And then some treats!!! They had my favorite gel ever, the Hammer espresso flavor. I’ve never had a gel not agree with me, but Hammer is my favorite, and the espresso is delicious with a nice shot of caffeine. My husband likes the Gu’s better, and then I also just had to try a new flavor. Cola Gu? Bring it on! I also got some Nuun. I used Nuun all the time last summer, but recently my husband bought LMNT. It seems like it’s on everyone’s podcast these days, but… I don’t like it. It’s so salty (which I guess is the point) but it made me nauseous. So I’m happy to have my Nuun back! Today is a new day! The tides have turned (as they always do) and everyone feels much better, including the cat. I love that first run in new shoes. Life is good. Anyone run in Ons? How about LMNT? Anyone tried it and liked it?