Ericka's Blog

Reflections and conversations on life

Let’s Take The Long Way Home

This week, I read "Let's Take the Long Way Home" by Gail Caldwell. It's been called a "memoir of friendship" -- a lovely sounding phrase if you ask me.I was excited to read this book because I'm such a huge fan of Caroline Knapp, the friend about which this memoir...

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We (They) Are The Fittest People on Earth

I've never been able to hold concentration on watching any sport except gymnastics. As I've said before, Crossfit reminds me of gymnastics so maybe that's why I keep clicking on all the Crossfit Games videos that are popping up everywhere I turn.What stands out to me...

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Crystal City Twilighter 5k

It's been awhile since my last race with Back on My Feet but the CSS crew was out with a vengeance on Saturday night for the Crystal City Twilighter 5k, which didn't begin until 8:30pm!I'm an early morning girl and had never done a late race before. I've always been...

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FitBloggin ’12: I’m Going!

I had to post right now because I'm SO excited to be going to Fitbloggin' '12! Previously, I had written it off because it does cost $250 to go (early bird special of $199 went before I even knew it existed!).But...it is in Baltimore, a mere hour from my home and...

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BodyFit, Columbia & Vega Review Party!

It's time for review! No, not for your -- for me 🙂 I've gotten a few very cool things sent to me for review lately and I wanted to tell you all about them! One of the perks of having a blog is the opportunity to try out fitness and health-related products sometimes....

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10 Daily Habits That Keep Me Healthy

*Thanks to Ingo for capturing some great images at the wedding. Check out his work here!1. Routine & SleepMost every day, I get up around 5am and go to bed around 10pm. My  body gets used to the routine and sleeps more soundly that way. I think it helps me...

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