[tweetmeme source=”elizabethev” only_single=false]Despite the weather, I’ve got a little extra pep in my step today. I’m like the sprightliest thirty-year-old to ever live. Maybe. More likely, it’s that I ate chocolate for breakfast.
And not just any chocolate, but Buddha chocolate handmade by our neighbors at Blue Tierra Chocolate Cafe. Nick should know better than to give me sugar in the morning. 🙂 I will likely need a nap before noon.
I am very excited about everything the thirties have in store, and while the twenties were pretty great, I think this decade will be even better. Incidentally, my parents were 30 when I was born. I think that’s pretty cool, especially since I can barely keep an office plant alive. Fortunately my friends’ senses of humor (that sounds weird, perhaps it shouldn’t be plural) are alive and well, as I awoke to this in my inbox, sent by my lovely Meg:
While I’m no Jesus, it certainly felt like Christmas as I opened an incredible package of apparel and gear from New Balance last night.
New Balance is generously sponsoring our Reach the Beach MA team, Team Off Balance. They’ve completely spoiled us with the latest and greatest product, perfect for our varied relay legs. From high visibility fabric to reflective tape to ultra bright LED lights and in case of emergency tags, I think it’s clear New Balance shares in my overall approach to life:
Safety first, fun second.
I am very, very excited to hit the road and try everything out and am so grateful to New Balance for being so generous. Tucked inside that cute little black and pink duffel:
- NBX Cocona(TM) Low Cut socks
- PDA running gloves with TouchTip(TM) technology for use with smartphones
- Tri-Viz running hat with three-way visibility (4 ultra bright LED’s built into the visor, plus high-visibility and reflective material)
- Fun Run Skirt in virtual pink
- NBX Prism Run Short in black
- Tonic Crop bra in Pink Shock
- Prism Capri in black and Dewberry
- Get Back racerback in Pink Shock(I am in love with this top already)
- Prism Icefil(R) Short Sleeve in Pink Shock (ditto)
- Heathered Short Sleeve in Athletic Grey
- Impact Capri
- NBX Prism Half Zip (the sleeves are a high-visibility yellow, with cute pink fold-out hand warmers)
- A variety of NGR bars
- 870 v.2 kicks and a New Balance GPS Runner watch
After busting my foot at the tail end of last year’s NYC Marathon, I’m a bit leery when it comes to switching up shoes, so I really appreciate that the New Balance team sent me a pair comparable to what I currently run in, designed for neutral runners with a bit of added stability. Those 870’s (v.2) are quite stylish. I plan to wear them on a few shorter runs this week, along with the sleek GPS watch (which makes my Garmin look like a dinosaur). There’s nothing like new toys when you need a little motivation. If you’re in the market for some new shoes, gear, or apparel, New Balance is offering free shipping and 20% off when you use the code NBRTB1262B248 today through March 10, 2012. Browse around shopnewbalance.com and let me know if anything catches your eye!
In the meantime, I’ll be sneaking more Buddha chocolate and basking in the glow of my third decade.
Also On Tap for Today:
- Doesn’t a nautical party sound like fun?
- Soccer championship game – we’re in it to win it 🙂
- Um…where’d the snow go?
What’s the best thing about being your age?
Comments (24)
Lisa @ RunWiki
March 1, 2012 at 12:44 pm
Happy Birthday! It gets better and better. LOVE those gloves and all of your goodies. Good luck with Reach the Beach MA Team, Team Off Balance.
Karen
March 1, 2012 at 12:49 pm
Happy Birthday! Hope your 3os are filled with health and happiness. I enjoyed my 30s much more than my 20s. I’m 41 now and I am really liking the 4th decade too. I guess I’m saying you get to look forward to things getting better and better!
CultFit
March 1, 2012 at 12:50 pm
Happy B-Day best years of your life are ahead…
Elizabeth
March 1, 2012 at 1:18 pm
Thank you, @CultFit and @Karen!
Emily @ A Cambridge Story
March 1, 2012 at 1:06 pm
Happy birthday! I am loving 30 so far. So much better than the 20s 🙂
Heather @ Better With Veggies
March 1, 2012 at 1:15 pm
Happy Birthday!! I’ve been enjoying my 30s so far, it’s a great decade. 🙂
I have never heard of a New Balance GPS watch, you’ll have to share your thoughts on how it works, reception, battery life, etc after you use if for a while.
Elizabeth
March 1, 2012 at 1:18 pm
Thanks! I will definitely report back– super excited to break that watch out of the box. 🙂
Bridget
March 1, 2012 at 1:26 pm
Happy Birthday!! We got matching sneakers…holler for stability! Kind of jealous you got a little more pink items than me haha! I think we should try to wear all the gear at once…you know for photo opp.
Elizabeth
March 1, 2012 at 1:42 pm
YES! We should roll video immediately, if not sooner. I also need to hunt down some self-tanner. Trying on those short-shorts last night…. scary. 😉
Lisa @ Fit in the Midwest
March 1, 2012 at 2:14 pm
Happy Birthday Elizabeth! I’d definitely say that I’ve been more outspoken since I turned 30 and in a good way. I ask for what I want and not in a bit**y way. Hope you have a wonderful day! So jealous of that NB package. It’s lovely they hooked you all up that way.
Tina @ Best Body Fitness
March 1, 2012 at 2:17 pm
Look at all those goodies! They certainly did treat you well. All the gear looks awesome!
Ryane
March 1, 2012 at 3:34 pm
Happy Birthday to you (and the Biebz!!)!!!
Sweeeeet NB schwag, holy moly!
Elizabeth
March 1, 2012 at 3:52 pm
Holy moly is right! We got hooked up. Thanks for the birthday wishes, Justin and I are truly appreciative. 😉
Emma
March 1, 2012 at 4:46 pm
Happy Birthday! Sounds like you’re already having an awesome day 🙂
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Megan
March 1, 2012 at 8:38 pm
Happy Birthday!! Look at all that loot!
tonee78
March 1, 2012 at 9:09 pm
Happy Birthday!!! Love all the cool stuff you got from New Balance!!!
Shelby @ Lady Gouda
March 2, 2012 at 9:34 am
I’m a day late and a dollar short, but HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! Hope you have a great, extended, birthday weekend.
funandfearlessinbeantown
March 2, 2012 at 9:44 am
Happy belated birthday! I think you’re right…30 is going to be a kick-ass year!
Erin
March 2, 2012 at 11:46 am
Happy 30th Birthday Liz!!
Gretchen @ Honey, I Shrunk the Gretchen!
March 2, 2012 at 12:03 pm
Happy birthday!!
Jane
March 2, 2012 at 5:07 pm
Happy belated birthday girl!! Hope you had an awesome day!
Jeff
March 2, 2012 at 10:16 pm
Happy belated birthday, Elizabeth!
I hope you have a blessed, happy year!
Molly Galler
March 10, 2012 at 9:08 pm
Happiest birthday, Elizabeth! So sorry I’m a few days late. Tisk, tisk. Any man who greets you on your birthday with chocolate gets the seal of approval from me!