I saw the Lil’ Rhody Runaround 8 Mile Trail Race last year, and I was secretly hoping to run it then. Since I was injured at the time, I decided to take the plunge this year.
I have always wanted to incorporate more trail running into my training, and now I have the perfect excuse to do so! I love the solitude of running on a nature trail in the fall—perfect running temperatures, sunny weather, and crisp autumn air. It would pretty much be my ideal run.
There are some great trails in Rhode Island, and I will be on a mission to run them one weekend at a time. I don’t want to go solo, so who’s in? 
I am also welcoming suggestions for your favorite local trails.
I am very happy to be back to my modified running schedule this week. I ran 3 miles Monday and 3 miles yesterday. Today will be an off day, which is perfect since I have SO many errands to run. I need to get measured for a bridesmaids dress (for BFF’s wedding) and the boys need to get measured for tuxes for my cousin’s wedding in September. I can’t wait to see what they look like in tuxedoes!
Last night, I cooked another very yummy plant based pizza (it just had a teeny bit of parmesan cheese). I saw the recipe in the latest issue of Vegetarian Times and it looked so nice in the photo—I had to try it!
Butternut Squash Pizza
I used the Whole Foods organic whole wheat pizza dough as the base. I roasted sliced butternut squash, red onion, and rosemary. I put the squash topping on the pizza and baked it. When it was done, I topped it with baby spinach and a little bit of fresh grated parmesan (check out the photo!).
I am normally not a super fan of butternut squash, but this pizza was so good! We will definitely make it again! The boys also enjoyed it, which was another plus for this recipe.
You will absolutely love trail racing! Trail racing is my favorite kind of racing. Good luck and I can’t wait to read your trail report!
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I cannot wait! Congrats on qualifying for Boston!!! That is so AWESOME!
You have so much fun planned
I would LOVE to do a trail run with you – it sounds like a fun way to get out. Name the time and place and I’ll be there.
And how cute will your little men look in tuxes?! LOVE IT!!!
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Yay! I am going to find one to put on the calendar
Trail running is a great way to mix it up! I think you’ll enjoy it. As for your amazing pizza- I am super excited to be moving back to the land of plenty. This is definitely going to be made in September
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