Almost time for another 5k

I'm gearing up for my next 5k in a few days. It's the Women's Half Marathon and 5k in Nashville. I'm very excited about this one.

Since Friday is our wedding anniversary, my hubby and I decided to go to Nashville on Friday and stay in a hotel downtown. First of all, we are doing this to celebrate our anniversary and second, to be close to the race location. That will be very convenient and I won't have to get up quite as early. We usually stay in more cost effective hotels but this time we are staying at a fancy one, The Renaissance Hotel. I found out they give a discount to runners in the race so we did get a better deal than the regular price. This should be fun. I'm taking Friday off work so we can get to Nashville, check in our hotel and pick up my race packet. I get so excited about this part of doing races. I'm hoping to get this medal after the finish....

the 5k medal!

We will spend the evening downtown and who knows what we will do! As long as I get enough rest for the race, I am open to whatever we decide. Nashville is an exciting place with so much to do. I love the atmosphere of the downtown area.

Nashville!

Wish me luck!!! I'll be posting pictures after the race.

Holiday planning

My sister and I are thinking about taking our mother out for a night of fun! We usually do this every year. Last year we went on a Christmas cruise on the General Jackson showboat in Nashville. Here's our picture:

General Jackson 2009
mom, Whitney, me, Sherry (sister)

This year we are thinking about taking her to see A Country Christmas at Gaylord Opryland Hotel. There is a Radio City Rockettes concert available and a show called "ICE" that looks like fun. They also have spectacular Christmas lights and that part is free to the public. If its free, its me! I'm having fun planning our night out. We will probably go out to dinner also. The hotel has several dining options to choose from but I doubt they offer any coupons. And from what I can tell from their website, they are a little pricey. But this is a one time of the year thing, so I'll try and not worry so much about the cost.

Today is my last day of work until my vacation starts! I am so excited! Happy Holidays!!