{Note: This was originally posted yesterday, but some WordPress issues resulted in a lost post…or my blogging skills are a little rusty. Regardless, I’m baaaaack!}
aka “BeckOnTheFun!”
Renegade Playground – 10.8.11
I remember my first blog post. I wrote it on February 12, 2010. It was a Friday. I spent that night at home. Like most nights, I found myself curled up with a mug of tea and a humming laptop. I read through the blog posts of day and thought, “I can do this, too.” So I did. I clicked over to WordPress and created BeckOnTheRun. I didn’t give it much thought. I just started snapping photos and writing.
At the time, I was adjusting to a new Becky – new habits, new body, new friends, new goals. Everything was NEW and so very exciting! I wanted to share my experiences and connect with like-minded people.
For 18 months, I wrote. Sometimes I posted once a day and sometimes once a week…until I stopped. I can’t really explain why I stopped posting. I guess I just didn’t feel the urge to do so. Big things started happening in my life and I couldn’t help but focus on the moment.
I loved blogging. I love blogging. I still visit my favorite blogs everyday and feel inspired/entertained/motivated by the stories I read. And today, I want to tell stories again. I want to write and share my experiences.
Let me assure you, the past few “off the record” months have been good. Real good.
I’m still the same ol’ Becky.
But I have a new, handsome partner-in-crime. You’ve seen him once or twice before and you should know, he’s here to stay. Hi Sean!
From the time we wake up to the time we fall asleep, our days are filled with hugs, laughter, and impromptu dance parties.
We’ve had some crazy adventures.
A few obstacles were tossed my way,
But it was nothing I couldn’t fix with some mud, sweat, and beers.
And we threw in a local 5K for good measure.
For the record, I did not force Sean to wear the socks. There really is another person just as nutty as me. It’s hard to believe, but it’s pretty awesome.
While some things – like flashy socks! – never change, many things have changed during the past few months.
I started my new job.
I run a little less.
I eat more ice cream.
And I smile so much more.
“Change is good.” And I think it’s time for some changes around here, too. Starting now, I plan to blog regularly again, but the content may be more BeckOnTheFun (thanks for the nickname, Lauren!) and less BeckOnTheRun. Feel free to join me on life’s little adventures!
YAY!! Welcome back my friend! I’ve missed you!! LOVE the “new” BeckOnTheRun(Fun) – I always thought you had a lot of fun before but I can only imagine what fun escapades are your future with this new outlook!! PS. LOVE that Sean has an affinity for funky, bright colored socks like you, hehe, he’s a keeper!
Thank you for returning to blogging!! I look forward to reading about your “fun.”
My initial comment is gone, so I will re-write a very similar one:
YAY YAY YAY YAY BECKY IS BACK! I’ve missed your blogging and can’t wait for you to take us all along on your BeckOnTheFun adventures. I’m so happy for you!
So happy to be back! And I will be in NYC next weekend to spectate the marathon. 16 Handles?
Yay, I’m SO happy you’re back! And thrilled to hear everything has been going so well for you! The blog world has missed you!
She’s bbbaack! YAY!!! Did my comment jump start you into posting? I’m psyched that you are back here posting as beck on the fun, we have missed you way too much!
So happy your back…!!!!! We’ve missed your clogs!!!!
Welcome back! I’m excited to hear your stories again beck! I missed your posts! And you!!
So glad to see you back sounding recharged and looking so happy! Looking forward to more BeckOnTheFun.
Glad you’re back and life is good!
Welcome back! You’ve been missed.
Yay from me too!!! I love all the new race photos, it looks like you have been having the time of your life, good for you and Sean!!! Looking forward to reading your blog again. I do have to admit , I miss you next to me on the treadmill, it’s a little lonely on longer runs, just sayin!!
Hi Beck
Great update! I still have you on my blog reader. You inspired me back in 2010…that was 60 pounds ago, as you can see from my about page, I also lost lots of weight and sorted my life out. A great feeling, I still blog and love inspiring others in the way you inspired me!
Looking forward to the new posts!
I’ve been wondering how you were/are!! So glad to hear that things have been going really well. It’s funny because I blogged for about 9 months and then I met Doug – and stopped blogging for another 9 months (or so). Sometimes you’re just too busy LIVING life and having fun to stop and blog about it! You guys looks so cute on the obstacle wall!
Yeah! Welcome back!! Are you planning to the run the Newport Bridge race? I’m running it with my dad!
I never registered for the race, but I may make the last minute decision to run. It definitely seems like one I shouldn’t miss!
FINALLY!! Welcome back to the world of blogging, my friend. I’m excited to follow the adventures of BeckOnTheFun (in the oSEANstate)
You’re BACK!! Yay!! So happy you started blogging again, friend
I’m smiling because this post is so happy. Hi Sean!
Thank you, Paige! I missed blogging too much to stay away for long.
I’ve been checking your site like a crazy stalker hoping I’d see a new post! Yay – so great to ‘see’ you again! BeckOnTheFUN? I dig it!
SO glad you’re back!! I don’t blog anymore but I still read a few of my favorites. I was excited to see that you are back. I really can relate to you and am so glad you will be blogging again and most importantly that you are happy!!!
P.S…I ran my first relay this year and now know why you raved so much about yours. One of THE BEST things I have ever done. So much fun!!!