For Christmas in 2024 I gifted my dad 12 activities for us to do over the next couple of years. I hang out with my mom to either go for a run or watch a show at the theatre, so I wanted to create a gift where my dad and I could hang out more. … Continue reading Activities with My Dad – Part 1
Category: Alaina
Reflections on 2025
2025 turned out to be the year of shows! Dear Evan Hanson Come From Away Book of Morman Randy Rainbow Frozen with the Boston Pops Backstreet Boys in Las Vegas Lucy Darling Hamilton Six White Christmas (featuring my amazing cousin Tony!) Some other highlights this year: Hiking (Stratton Mountain in Vermont) Volunteered at the Boston … Continue reading Reflections on 2025
Vegas Vacation
Back in February, I received an e-mail that the Backstreet Boys were performing at Sphere in Las Vegas. I immediately got on the list for pre-sale and waited for the time to come. I got into two queues for two different dates, and ended up getting (quite possibly) the last ticket under $200. The hotel … Continue reading Vegas Vacation
May 21st
A runner is definitely a strong person. I might not be physically strong but over the years, I've definitely gotten stronger mentally. Maybe I can attempt another marathon...
May 17th & 18th
Run fast. Let sports become a habit as a part of your life. Well, I'm going to take the advice of a few days back and not go fast, but to just enjoy each run. I can say that running has certainly become a habit in my life. This morning was beautiful so I went … Continue reading May 17th & 18th
May 16th
Don't run away from challenges. Run over them! I like to think that I take on challenges nowadays. Just the fact that I've run a marathon and 7 halves should show that. 😄
May 15th
The ultimate goal of running is not to be fast, but to be happy. This, this, this! I sometimes can't get out of my own head and think that I have to go fast in order to be a runner. But when I throw that expectation out the window, rubbing does become more fun. 😄
May 14th
To keep healthy, to exercise everyday. Go run. Well I definitely don't run everyday, but I try and balance between running, walking and strength training. I think I've found the sweet spot: 3 runs, 2 full body workouts and rests/walks between. 😄
Made With Bliss 