Sunday, May 20, 2012

the beginning.


Starting a bog is a bit intimidating. You want readers to be hooked in the first couple of sentences. Here's my ad: read my blog and you will be taken on adventures of yes, shear bliss.

I never thought I would want to start writing a blog--a lack a creativity or uniqueness perhaps. However, when the tickets were bought to go to Israel for much of the summer I knew my time had come to document my life via words and pictures. Israel? Yes, but hopefully that will just be the beginning. To Israel and BEYOND!

I leave in 33 days to nanny for a student's family in Ashkelon, Israel. 4.5 weeks on the Mediterranean Sea with two sweet children and a plethora of exploration. But, there is much to be done beforehand.

The first big pre-Israel accomplishment was completed a week ago at Lake Geneva--my first marathon! 26.2 (well, the topographical map actually read 26.3). With hills--many hills. But, the goal time was attained... 3:45! After exclaiming to Taylor and Peter at mile 23, "If I EVER say I want to do this again... KILL me", I've caught the marathon bug.


top: the FINISH!
left: pain?
right: Peter, Taylor, Linzy, and Dan. Faithful fans, water suppliers, and running buddies. =) 







So, this is the beginning of an adventure. Will you join?

4 comments:

  1. Wow! Awesome pictures and an awesome accoomplishment. Look forward to following your adventures. We love you!

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  2. Yay!! So happy you are starting a blog and documenting your life. So proud of your marathon, Nene, congrats!!

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  3. Great job on the marathon! I am looking forward to reading your blog, especially while you are in Israel! Have fun and keep safe!

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  4. Wow! What an amazing accomplishment, Renee. Sorry, I don't know how to do the accent! :) I can't wait to read all about your adventures! Blessings, dear one!

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