Author Archives: Poppy

Poppy is a runner, writer, and mother of 3 children ranging in ages from 5 to 14. By day she's shuttling teenagers to the mall or someone to a birthday party in between Costco trips. She may not have had a pedicure in 5 years, but she still makes time for moms night out, girls nights in, or local PDX events with good friends. Recovery from fun nights out include a healthy lifestyle of marathon training, triathlon training, and lean eating. Parenthood can be messy, but Poppy always manages to find the funny under the snot.

Don’t Drown During Your First Triathlon: 10 Open Water Swimming Tips

I am a month out from the Blue Lake Sprint Triathlon I signed up for on my 40th birthday. My friends and family have dropped out like flies, but I am still persevering with my training. Even with 3 sprint triathlons under my belt, I was still dreading my least favorite part of the whole…

Scarlet Fever is Contagious I Hear

Maren’s Pediatrician: It looks like a classic case of Scarlet Fever. Me: Blank Stare. Maren’s Pediatrician: A lot of people have that reaction. Me: Uh, maybe because it caused Mary Ingalls to go blind? And with that brief conversation and a rapid strep test to confirm the diagnosis, my planned Mother’s Day girls weekend was completely…

Why Motorcycles Suck for Date Nights

I admire couples who manage to have regularly scheduled date nights in spite of children, work schedules, and the business of life in general. I think it is great they nurture their relationships. I hear it’s important. I would probably make it more of a priority too if my husband and I didn’t have such…

2013 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring AWD is a Fun Car to Drive

I am sorry your car is gone. That was a good one. No, that was a great one!  I guess Craig noticed me sulking around the house after my week long test drive of the Mazda CX-9 was over. I have liked most of the cars that I have had the opportunity to test drive…

Awesome Hummus Without Stinking Tahini

I love hummus so much I could marry it. It is my condiment of choice. I spread it on burgers, I double dip my veggies, I slather my wraps, and sometimes invite it in the bedroom for sexy time. Kidding. I was just seeing if you were paying attention. I’m not a total freak. I…

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