randomology

1. I have no idea what I want to do with this blog. Clearly, I lack the ability to update everyday like I think I want to with my meals and workouts - who cares about that anyway besides me, right?

2. I need to find a marathon to run with Ike. Preferably sometime in November or December someplace warm. California...over Christmas??

3. I just reserved a campsite in Grand Marais for our vacation next week - so excited! We might be reserving one in Duluth and extending our camping trip from three to four days.

4. I was just in MN for 5 days. I will be in Iowa for 5 days before heading back up to MN for 10 more days! Think it's about time to move...?

5. I've decided to only eat meat if I know the source. Ground beef from my grandparent's farm - check. Ground beef from the grocery store - no thanks.

Nic is on board with this plan too - but we have to figure out some details. We have a huge supply of beef from the farm, so we are good to go with that, but what if we want to eat pork? If we pick it up from the meat locker in town where they process local meat only, is that good enough? Or do we have to contact a local farmer and buy half a pig? Same with chicken, although I think it will be easier to find farm raised chickens to buy directly from the source.

So, sorry in advance, if I am a food snob at your next bbq and turn down the juicy burger you are offering me, unless of course you can tell me the cow's name and where it grew up! :)

6. Sticking with the food theme - I am a huge dork and am so excited to plan our meals for our camping trip!

7. Maddie - we've decided to bring Maia with us (and save over $300!). She is really excited to see you!