Oh Monday…..It’s been a great weekend, but I just didn’t expect you to show up so soon. I mean, you could have called first. 
Morning My friends! How are you this Monday morning?? I hope you had a great weekend! I had the best day yesterday! When I got up yesterday morning, I decided to go on a hike after church. So after church I came home and ate a little something and then packed up my back pack and headed out.
It’s funny, I was thinking that this was the coolest idea ever……………..so did everyone else. 
When I got to the place that I was going to hike, it was packed! But it was just lots of families having a great afternoon. So I set out on my hike. Half way up I shed my jacket that I had and thought, hmmm I’m out of breath! Using the quads the entire time go the heart rate up! It was so beautiful though. The weather was amazing!
A little picture heavy, but it was such a great hike!
When I left, I thought that I would swing by Starbucks on my way home, well because I pass right by and it was the only thing that I could do really. As I made my way up to pay, the dude at the window said that the person in front of me had paid for my drink. Yay!! Even better day!
After I got my free coffee, I headed back to the house to meet my parents for church.
I needed a snack while I was at church so I grabbed a Lara bar…
Workout:
2 mile hike.
Things that I’m loving right now:
- Kevin. Ahhh, I can’t tell you how much he amazes me everyday. I haven’t been in a relationship in a very long time aaaand, I haven’t ever been in one like this. He is the most considerate, polite, kind, person that I know. Being far away from him is really starting to suck more and more. We have planned my first trip out to see him in just a couple of months. This will be the longest wait ever. I can’t wait to see him and spend some time with him. Long term people, long term.
- oatmeal. I love love love oatmeal. It’s my go-to breakfast.
- Getting out more. I was so excited to just go on a spur of the moment hike yesterday.
- Coffee. I don’t think that I will ever get tired of this one. I mean, I hope to be in a relationship with coffee for a very long time.
- Running that mile! So I wanted to make it to an 8:00 minute mile. Did that and then some, but now I really just want to keep going! I want to see how fast I can do that mile!
- Getting rid of sugar. Getting rid of it had really forced my body not to crave it. Which I love.
- This girl. Love her!
It’s the simple things.
Breakfast:
I hope you guys have a great day!!
Hello! My name is Brandi and this is a blog about my journey in fitness, my faith, and life. I love learning new ways to make healthier choices and I love sharing those ideas with others. I know that my journey isn't going to look like everyone else's, but that is ok with me. I hope you enjoy your visit! You can e-mail me anytime at brandi_sum@yahoo.com 
wow that scenery is just amazing!
It totally was! I wish that I lived closer….I would be there every weekend….weather permitting.
You just made my day with this, love
Thank you and know the feeling is quite mutual!! I have to agree with Alex…the scenery is stunning, and I’m glad that you shared it, although it makes me wish I could go hiking with you! We have some great places to hike maybe 30-60 minutes outside the city. I’m pretty sure you’ve now convinced me to get Joe’s behind in the car some weekends and head out to see them 
It was great and hiking is one of my favorite things to do.
I did have to drive an hour one way to get there, but it was so worth it. 
Oh, how wonderful! Thanks so much for sharing your experiences and pictures
It all looks so beautiful.
I had that best time!
It was nice to get out and get some sunshine.