Week In Review–3/21

Happy Spring! It’s officially Spring and signs of a new season have popped up all over SWLA! We’ve enjoyed several beautiful days, although I hear it’s going to be rainy and chilly again this weekend. I hope the last of the really cold days are behind us!

Tuesday was the only day I ran this week. Work has been hectic and after work meetings have consumed my time.

I did have a chance to enjoy a few moments with my pups during a gorgeous sunshine filled Tuesday afternoon. This was followed promptly by my only run of the week because I couldn’t pass up such a beautiful day and opportunity for a run!

I’m totally a Once Upon A Time fan and was so shocked to see a “hidden mickey” in the opening credits of a recent episode!

Last night, I had a late dinner with my parents at O’Charleys. The California Chicken Salad is one of my favorites! (No blue cheese, dressing on the side…) I usually eat half and bring half home for lunch the next day. Yum!

Last night’s sunset was beautiful! I snapped this picture on my way home from a meeting. First day of Spring 2014, success!

Last but not least, I know the world has been watching Frozen – unfortunately, I received a new credit card because of the Target scandal and I didn’t think to change the info in my Disney Movie Club account. Hopefully my pre-order of Frozen arrives soon! In the meantime, I’m watching Catching Fire! :0)

Have a fantastic weekend, y’all! Jason and I have a 5K tomorrow, I’m crossing my fingers for another awesome run and great weather!

What’s your plans for the weekend?

Thoughts on Spirit of the Marathon II

Did you see Spirit of the Marathon II last night in theaters?

I did, and I couldn’t have been more excited! One of my BRF’s (Kelli) agreed to accompany me for dinner and a movie and we had a great time!

Our original plan was to eat at McAlister's for dinner – you know I never pass up the opportunity for McAlisters sweet tea! After discovering that O’Charleys was running a special for FREE PIE Wednesdays, we quickly changed our minds. Free Pie, I’m so there!  (It was delicious and worth every bite, too.)

I had a laugh when we parked at the movie theater, there were several cars around with 13.1 or 26.2 stickers on their windows…we knew we were in great company!

We were able to sit with several running group friends in the theater – it did feel kind of odd to see them in “normal” clothing! :0) My local theater was rather empty, I was sad to see just a handful of people sitting down when we walked in.

What were my thoughts of the movie? I loved it! I got chills when the Rome Marathon began, I cried when Julie discussed her father and qualifying for Boston, my heart broke for some as their ultimate goals were not met, and I cheered with the first timers (and everyone) who crossed the finish line.

Spirit of the Marathon II showcased running at its finest. This movie inspired me, lifted me up, and I became even more excited about my next running journey.

(Perhaps one of my favorite parts of the movie was Jeff Galloway in his runDisney hat! LOVED it!) :0)

Did you see Spirit of the Marathon II? What were your thoughts?

Disclaimer: I was provided two free passes for Spirit of the Marathon II for this review. All opinions expressed are my own.  Despite receiving the passes, I would have gone to see this movie on my own.