These are a few of my favorite blogs
I debated whether or not to participate in this week’s Take it and Run Thursday. How could I possibly call out my favorite blogs without hurting someone’s feelings for not including them in the list? In fact, I’m considering removing my blog roll since it’s not indicative of all the blogs I follow. (As I commented to RazZDoodle, I’m finding I spend just as much time — if not more — reading running blogs as I do actually running).
Running blogs serve multiple purposes for me. As a personal chef, I’m typically alone in the kitchen all day. Running blogs and forums provide the social interaction I lack in my day job. They also help me unwind at the end of the day. My favorite blogs are witty and well-written, challenging me to improve my own writing. And yes, blogs have made me a better runner. If it weren’t for my RBF’s, I don’t think I’d be heading to Boston the third week in April.
The following are some of my all-time favorites. I apologize if you’re not on the list; rest assured I read WAY more than I’ve listed here. I know many of these have been called out by others — the last thing I want to do is cause heads to swell even more — but I have to give these folks their props.
Angie, Suzanne: these two remarkable women are my oldest RBFs (not in age — I’ve got several years on both of them — but I’ve been reading their blogs the longest). As a 5′ 11″ woman, when I saw the name of Angie’s blog I just HAD to check it out. Her witticisms and humorous take on running made me a stalker follower. I believe I stumbled upon Zanne’s blog through her comments to Angie. Although she’s now a hardcore biker chick, she motivated me to try for Boston.
Diva, Tory: not only are they local gals (I’ve had the pleasure of meeting them both in person), like me they turned to running to lose weight.
CoffeeBetsy, TheBets: BETSY’S UNITE! Not only do these women have a totally awesome name, their blogs are very entertaining. (Just don’t call them Becky or Besty).
Runner’s Lounge, Disney Running, Taper Madness, Marathon Maniacs, Runner’s World Forum: Not blogs per se, but I spend an inordinate amount of time in these forums (somebody please stop the madness). Some may know me as EatDrinkRunWoman, others as Ovens2Betsy.
PiecesofMe, Frayed Laces: As an old married women, I live vicariously through these vivacious single gals. (Although I’m often reminded why I’m glad to not be in the dating scene any more!)
I REALLY hate to do this. But if there’s one person who has encouraged me to polish and refine my writing, it’s him. He has a real flair for humor, and I look forward to his postings. I think you know who I’m talking about. No need to mention him by name. I mean, he already has the ego the size of Texas (or more appropriately, Michigan). The last thing he needs is more adoration/fans. As it is, I’m sure the beleaguered Mrs. N can hardly stand to have him in the house, what with all the sweating, poop analyzing and running akimbo.
September 18th, 2008 at 10:29 am
Greeeaatt list! I am discovering so many new ones today… and I am with you… with all this reading, when is there time for RUNNING?! And re: “Him”… hahaha. I am not sure what is worse… coyly calling attention to the fact that he has fans or just plain feeding the ego. HAH!
September 18th, 2008 at 11:08 am
Thanks, Betsy! There clearly should be some kind of subset of running blogs that includes only those written by kickass women named Betsy.
September 18th, 2008 at 12:14 pm
The beginning of your post is JUST like mine! I’m terrified I’m going to offend someone with my post today or my list on the side…
September 18th, 2008 at 1:14 pm
Poo makes for good literature? Is that what I am to understand? It certainly makes for good conversation, and I’m with you on the post-dating scene thing. Great blog!
September 18th, 2008 at 5:24 pm
I’m not sure if leaving off the name or actually printing it will be bigger for his ego. The fact that we all know who you are talking about will make his day. hee hee. I have no idea where he gets that stuff but he has been classic lately. And despite all the preening and positioning, he leaves the nicest compliments. 😀
Loved your list. I too love Zanne and the Tall Girl and live vicariously through the singles. I’d swear we are twins except you are getting all speedy on me!!
XOXO
Nanc
September 18th, 2008 at 8:20 pm
I’m touched, Betsy… truly! Thank you, my friend. It’s been such a pleasure “knowing” you these last few years and can’t wait for the opportunity to come up someday to meet you in person. You continue to be my inspiration!
September 19th, 2008 at 11:34 am
Awww… thanks for showin’ the love Betsy! I agree with Coffee Betsy, there definitely should be a separate category for us…we’re THAT cool.
September 19th, 2008 at 11:35 am
I don’t know who this person is but he sounds extremely intelligent and fantastically handsome. And must have a very fortunate spouse! I’d really like to meet this extraordinary person with the chiseled pecs (you said that , right?) 😉
After Royal Vic, Goofy is next, eh? That is a fun race!
September 19th, 2008 at 12:02 pm
I think the “chiseled pecs” came from one of the many OTHER bloggers who called you out. You must be paying out bribes 🙂 (I’ll send you a bill for mine).
As for my next race after Royal Victoria, now that I’m an official Marathon Maniac I feel compelled to earn another star. I’ll do that by running marathons in November and December (I’m currently at the bronze level — 3 marathons in 3 months. By running a marathon a month for 6 months, I’ll earn the silver level. Sick and wrong, I know).
September 20th, 2008 at 7:54 pm
hey girl! i am back on the grid & finally catching up! thanks for the shout out! its a total mutual admiration thing, ya know? i love visiting edrw & hope one day we’ll head out west & visit for real!
October 26th, 2008 at 9:11 pm
Thanks for linking back to me! I love your blog too! You rock, but then we knew that.