Ask Wifey

Upgraded: My Blog Make Over at RunWifeyRun.com

2011-05-16T11:10:00.000-04:00

I'm taking a page out of Beyonce's book and decided to upgrade my grade my blog.

Want to see? Moving forward you can find me daily at ...

www.RunWifeyRun.com

Winks & Smiles,

The Royal Wedding: My Appearance on Good Day Atlanta Dishing About Life AFTER the Aisle

2011-04-29T17:23:00.000-04:00

AFTER the Royal Wedding I had the opportunity to appear on Fox 5's "Good Day Atlanta" and dish about life AFTER the wedding.

Dealing with Emotions After Marriage: MyFoxATLANTA.com

My book makes an EXCELLENT bridal shower gift. Hint, hint.

Winks & Smiles,

My Atlanta Moms TV Debut

2011-04-12T12:34:00.000-04:00

My surprise is out of the bag and online ...

MyAtlantaMoms.com: Join the Conversation: MyFoxATLANTA.com

I'm thrilled to be a part of MyAtlantaMoms.com and look forward to more great things to come.

Winks & Smiles,

New Adventures at Ask Wifey

2011-04-11T15:08:00.000-04:00

It’s been awhile since I’ve posted here at Ask Wifey – most of you know you can find my daily musings at Run Wifey Run – and I’m excited to share that I’ve got lots of fun plans and projects in the works. While I will make sure to fill you in on all the happenings soon, there is one big one that will be revealed tomorrow on Fox 5’s “Good Day Atlanta.”

GASP!

That’s right, I will be a special guest on “Good Day Atlanta” tomorrow, Tuesday, April 12 in the 8 a.m. hour launching a special new blogging project. Atlanta folks, please tune in and I will make sure to post the video here for everyone else.

Winks & Smiles,

Where’s Wifey and What is She Up To Now?

2010-11-18T09:01:00.000-05:00

I’m still here. Well actually I’m over here at Run Wifey Run where I will be posting daily about marriage, motherhood and all the mayhem; and of course about my running, too.

I’m not shutting down Ask Wifey, but I am taking some time to revamp it. Ooh, la, la.

So, please be patient and in the meantime please make sure to follow or subscribe to http://www.runwifeyrun.blogspot.com/ so you don’t miss a thing.

See you there!

Winks & Smiles,

Chevy Equinox: Husband's Highlights

2010-11-16T09:34:00.000-05:00

After 1320 + 26.2 miles Husband finally decided to make a guest appearance on my blog. Did I bribe him? You bet, with a car ...

Run ~~Wifey~~ Husband Run

Winks & Smiles,

I'm Reinstating the 80/20 Rule. Can I Get a Witness?

2010-11-15T09:09:00.000-05:00

Me, and my waistline, ahem, need a little support. I think I took the title "Sugar Coma" Festival too literally.

Gasp!

Come help me out.

Winks & Smiles,

Running Like a Mother!

2010-11-12T08:35:00.002-05:00

You know how cool it is when someone that you think is awesome thinks your awesome, too? The fabulous Dimity McDowell and Sarah Bowen Shea, authors of Run Like A Mother, are featuring me today as their Follow This Mother!

Come on over and check out my post and the rest of their site at http://www.runlikeamotherbook.com/.

Winks & Smiles,

My Son Told Me I'm Santa (and the Toothfairy) and I Need to Be Slicker

2010-11-11T17:42:00.000-05:00

I believe in running for my sanity, lying to my kids and Santa Claus.

Don't judge me. Just read it.

Winks & Smiles,

Random Running Thoughts: Don't Marathons Normally Equal Weight Loss?

2010-11-08T08:44:00.000-05:00

I've started a new series at Run Wifey Run, Random Running Thoughts, leading off with this one: Am I the only fool who gained weight on the day of her marathon?

Seriously?

Winks & Smiles,

I Confess, Sometimes I Get on Husband's Nerves

2010-11-05T07:44:00.000-04:00

Friday's Confession ...

Sometimes I get on Husband's nerves. I know. It's hard to believe.

I broke out a shiny new comeback line on him this week. Come on over and let me know your best line ...

Winks & Smiles,

My Marine Corps Marathon Recap

2010-11-03T13:20:00.001-04:00

I'm a marathoner! *insert fist bump here* I've got deets and pics at Run Wifey Run.

Winks & Smiles,

Do You Live in the Moment?

2010-10-29T07:36:00.000-04:00

Do YOU live in the moment?

Winks & Smiles,

Tweet, Run and So Much Fun

2010-10-28T10:26:00.000-04:00

Do people really tweet their way through marathons? And, have it covered by the WashingtonPost.com?

Gasp!

Run, Tweet & Ride.

Winks & Smiles,

Is it Too Early in the Week for a Confession?

2010-10-26T12:55:00.000-04:00

I hope not, cause I've got one. Hi, My Name is Wifey and I'm an ...

Winks & Smiles,

Music Makes The World Go Round

2010-10-25T09:18:00.000-04:00

I'm making my marathon playlist ... what music gets you moving? Let me know at Run Wifey Run.

Winks & Smiles,

Friday's Confession: I Need More Time

2010-10-22T16:30:00.000-04:00

Seriously, who let me loose with a video camera?

I NEED more time.

Winks & Smiles,

Clothing is Not Optional

2010-10-21T11:57:00.000-04:00

Training - done. Nutrition plan - done. Shoes, gadgets and music - done. Clothes ... um, clothes?

GASP!

Clothing Required at Run Wifey Run ...

Winks & Smiles,

C is for Cookie That's Good Enough for Me

2010-10-20T09:54:00.000-04:00

I'm dishing about food today at Run Wifey Run. Should Oreos be a part of marathon training? Gasp!

Stop on by and find out.

Winks & Smiles,

Dreams Really Can Come True

2010-10-19T09:55:00.000-04:00

What do Disney Parks, Steve Harvey, Essence Magazine and Wifey all have in common?

How's that for a teaser? Come see.

Winks & Smiles,

Wifey’s Got a Brand New Bag

2010-10-18T09:19:00.000-04:00

Well, more like a brand new blog – gasp!

While I’m not shutting Ask Wifey down, I will be doing most of my blogging about marriage, motherhood, marathoning and all the mayhem at Run Wifey Run. You’ll get the same great stuff with a few more surprises!

I’m still Wifey … but I’m running. Running my household; running my career; running a personal chauffeur service for my kids; and running – literally – for my health. Oh, and my sanity. Ahem.

Come on over, let me know what you think, and make sure to subscribe or add Run Wifey Run to your reader so you don’t miss a thing.

Winks & Smiles,

Friday’s Confession: I’ve Got a Crush on Buzz

2010-10-15T08:47:00.000-04:00

Friday’s Confession …

I’ve got a crush on Buzz Lightyear. Not really, but I fell in love with Disney On Ice’s Toy Story 3 when I attended the show at Phillips Arena in Atlanta on Wednesday. It’s not like someone had to twist my arm to get me to go since I’m a princess and all, ahem, but I didn’t realize how much fun I would have. When I was invited to attend I thought the kids would love it, and they did, but secretly they were my cover so I could go and get my inner child on – guilt free.

The night started with a private meet & greet where several Atlanta-area bloggers and their families enjoyed food, arts & crafts and of course some personal time with Buzz and Woody.

Somehow Miles always seems to find the food

Milan and The ChatterBox’s mini-me coloring before the show

My heroes! Yes, I really took a picture with them. Don’t worry the kids did, too.

My guys making real Mr. Potato heads

Baby girl and her creation

After the reception we headed down to our seats to see the show.

We should’ve brought our skates ‘cause we were on the ice!

All of the characters looked awesome and the skating was impressive.

I was thrilled to pieces when my girl Minnie made an appearance.

I think Christie and I were having too much fun.

Kudos to the folks at Disney On Ice for a wonderful production and thanks for treating me my kids to an awesome night of family fun.

Winks & Smiles,

Disclosure: I was invited to attend this event, but I was not paid for this post. My thoughts and opinions are all my own.

Sidelined and Spreading The Love

2010-10-13T09:02:00.000-04:00

I’m 17 days away from running my first marathon and I’m in taper mode – meaning I’m cutting back on my miles to rest for the big day. In addition to tapering, my foot is still sore so I’m resting a little more than I’d like to.

I want to run, ~~dammit,~~ but I know I need to slow down so I’ve been in search of a little motivation. Fortunately, in the blogosphere motivation is easy to find. One of my favorite bloggers, Bobbi from NHerShoes ran the Chicago Marathon last Sunday on 10-10-10. In her recap post she takes you through race day so perfectly that if I wasn’t a runner I would be now.

Need a little motivation to get moving? Check out Bobbi’s post here.

Make sure to do something today to take care of you.

Winks & Smiles,

Blogalicious Weekend: The Beach, The Bling and The Booze

2010-10-11T13:05:00.000-04:00

I spent the past four days at The Blogalicious Weekend in Miami at The Ritz Carlton South Beach and in four words - I had a blast.

The conference brought together approximately 200 women to celebrate the diversity of all ethnicities in social media. And celebrate we did. We also networked, learned, laughed, bonded and created memories that we’ll hang onto until Blogalicious 2011. I had the privilege of speaking on The Chronicles of Fit Divas panel and enjoyed the awesome dialogue and real talk we had with the audience. Thanks to everyone who came out.

The Beach
So, I was staying on South Beach and there was no way I wasn’t going for a run while I was there.

My pre-run pic. Trying to be fabulous – it is South Beach

There’s a path that goes horizontal to the beach that I started to run along, but my foot quickly began hurting – ~~that damn~~ because of my plantar fasciitis – so I decided to slow down and just walk.

The path

The beach

The Bling
Yes, the swag at the conference was in full effect. There were lots of great goodies and everyone seemed to handle it in very good taste, but one swagadocious item really stood out.

Bling, Bling – Gasp!

This gorgeous Fossil watch was given to all the attendees from the wonderful folks at Feeding Your Dreams at Sunday’s breakfast. I haven’t worn a watch in years, but um, now I will be rockin’ this one.

The Booze
That sounds so harsh. It wasn’t booze. It was wine, and lots of it.

Nice, right?

My BlogRollin’ partner, Christie, and I had the pleasure of working with The Wine Sisterhood at Blogalicious where they debuted the newest wine in their Middle Sister line, Sweet & Sassy. Throughout Saturday we hosted the Sassy Suite were conference attendees could come and meet the newest sister, sip a little wine and enjoy some yummy snacks. Needless to say the Sassy Suite was a huge success – good people, good conversation and good wine. We even gave away an iPad, gasp! Jessica hasn't put it down since she took it out the box.

Me, Christie and Sweet & Sassy

I’m trying hard to get back into the swing of things today. My mind and body think they’re still in South Beach, but my family and my inbox disagree.

Winks & Smiles,

SPA Week: Massages, Energy Healings and Relaxation - Oh, My!

2010-10-07T18:24:00.000-04:00

I’m running a marathon in less than a month, Gasp!, so when the lovely folks at Spa Week offered me the opportunity to indulge in a full body massage and energy healing I almost ran out the door - literally! Logging all these miles has been hard on my body and it definitely needs a little TLC.

Last week I visited The Steve Hightower Artists’ Salon in Buckhead, a luxury salon offering hair services; skin and body treatments; manicures and pedicures; laser hair therapy; extensions and more. I opted for a half-half deal - a 30 minute full body massage and a 30 minute energy healing.

David, my specialist, was phenomenal. I think he had magic in his hands. Seriously. He started with the massage and worked every kink out of my muscles. He paid extra attention to my feet, legs and hips - ahem - and refreshed them like I haven’t walked a mile.

Afterwards he started the energy healing - something I’ve never had before. If I wasn’t paying attention I might have mistaken it for a soft massage. It was subtle and equally relaxing. David told me he works with Chinese medicine, combining four different methodologies. He also likened it to acupuncture without the needles.

An hour later, I was sipping on a cool glass of water wishing I had a driver to take me home - yes, I was that relaxed! Fab-u-lous!

If you live in Atlanta Spa Week is taking place October 11-17. Not in the ATL? Spa Week is happening in several cities nationwide, you can learn more about it here.

Speaking of relaxing, I’m down in Miami this weekend at the Ritz-Carlton in Southbeach for The Blogalicious Weekend Conference. I’m speaking on The Chronicles of Fit Divas panel tomorrow with my BlogRollin’ partner, Christie, and the fabulous Barbara Gomez.

Yes, I’ve got my running shoes with me even though my foot’s still a little sore. A few miles on Southbeach just might be what the doctor ordered.

Winks & Smiles,

The massage and energy healing were complimentary, however my opinions and thoughts are all my own.