WORKOUT – Ran with Pam 10.0 miles/1:14 flat, no music, a little rain
I should have titled this post “I love taking pictures of myself” because I do.
Dear Hand,
Please get yourself together and stop acting crazy.
Sincerely,
Your other normal hand.
It was great running with Pam because she really pushed me; my legs were tired but we finished with a 6:59 mile. booyah.
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After church yesterday morning (our church meets in a movie theater; try focusing on God with movie theater extra butter popcorn smell wafting through the vents….) we decided to go out to Mother’s Day brunch somewhere.
Marni was really rude and didn’t get me any sort of gift, but brunch made up for it – we went to the Ramos House Café in San Juan Capistrano. One of the most interesting restaurants I have ever been to. amazing.
The owner John Q. lives in the tiny little house that was originally built in 1881; he bought the house about 15 years ago, restored it and created a restaurant outdoors under the patio. The coolest part is that you can go in and hang out in this 100 year old house while you wait for a table!
I felt like a total creep peeving on his living quarters, but it’s all part of the charm and he invites everyone in – southern hospitality at its’ best.
These pictures are from google images, but obviously it all looks the same. We sat outside to the right of the house under the awning:
Mother’s Day brunch was not cheap, but it was so so good and different in the best way possible. It is just a really interesting place with a lot of history and fantastic food.
Since our wait was over an hour, I started out with a bloody mary that had so many accoutrements it would be a full day’s meals for LeAnn Rimes: there was a fried scotch (quail) egg, crab claw, and pickled green beans.
All the drinks come in canning jars:
Jaymo took a few phone pictures because I forgot my camera at home. I never do that; I wasn’t thinking straight since I was still obviously butthurt over Marni not giving me a Mothers Day card….
“Everything is made from scratch. Herbs are grown in the garden. Wines are kept in the cellar. Ice cream is hand turned out back.”
The fountain outside:
The food was kinda like Southern-Cajun-New Orleans style. For example, JJ started with cinnamon apple beignets that were like hot apple donuts balls dusted with angel smiles.
We both said repeatedly that we wished our moms had been there for the meal… mostly to foot the tab… i’m kidding.
If you are ever in San Juan Cap, you have to check out this house/restaurant; it’s seriously so cool. Like almost as cool as I am.
Do you have a running buddy? Who is it? Do you guys run faster together or enjoy your time and go slower?
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That bloody mary might be the greatest thing ever. Sign me up for two of those!
I run with a running group and tend to run my average pace, I think people run slow to stay with me though!
YOU AND PAM ARE SO CUTE. GEEZ.
I usually run better without a running buddy right now, because I need to go slowly and find my own pace. Y’heard?
Dang 6:59 mile. Thats fast! I havent ran that fast since they made us do it in gym in high school! Do you need home address for the convention or e-mail?
just email address at this point, thanks! hope ya’ll can come – girls weekend, woohoo!
My running buddy is my crazy border collie, CB. He always pushes the pace when we run. Sometimes we even do sprints in the middle of 5 mile runs !!squirrel!!
You and Pam are the cutest! And stellar athletes–love that you two push each other!
Cooper took me for a run, but failed to get me a card too–he did take a big dump for me…
My recent running buddy is running her first marathon, so it is nice to support and encourage her!
I can’t get over that bloody mary! I can’t believe how much food is in there! That’s a whole meal for most of us! Put enough vodka in there and you could convince me I ate a whole meal with all of the debris left from the pieces!
I wish I lived by u to go run with you! Your a rockstar! I used to have a running buddy but we moved it’s hard to find people to run with when u move!! Ps I love your blog!!
My running buddy is my dog! He is a Vizsla and has never ending energy. Seriously-13 miles in and he is still pulling on my leash…now if only I could race with him…
That bloody mary is no joke. Wow.
I have 150 running buddies. Perks of running with a huge running group! I’m at a weird pace where I’m either pushing my pace with someone or taking it super easy. Thats okay though because I really enjoy the everyone’s company and encouragement!
I have such a wonderful running partner! I am so sad because she is moving in a few weeks to go stay with family during her husband’s deployment to Afghanistan. It’s sweet because we both have five kids very similar in age! We are more take it easy and talk while we run which is a good thing since we have to stop so many times to pick up binkies, G. I. Joe’s and sippy cups!
I’m interested in VEGAS!
Nice work this morning ladies! That is FAST!!! AWESOME!
Love the review/photos of the restaurant. Wonder if the wait is always super long? San Juan Cap is not a far drive from our house so we may have to venture. I’ll pack activities because lord knows an hour wait turns into interesting times with 2 small kids!
I have started doing my long runs with my running ministry at church. Last weekend my friend Stacey and I took our sweet time. It was a hilly, hard course and we were both beat.
I like running alone so that I can focus and just be alone. I like running with someone so that we can push each other when we need it! Just when you think your legs are going to fall off you have someone telling you to run faster!
MY running buddies are my boyfriends sisters and dad. It depends on the day and which of us are together whether we push each other. But it is always nice either way, catch up with each other or run so hard we can’t chit chat!
ummm…note to self…”open your eyes, geez!!” oh and Rocky…”Your fired as our photographer!!”
I remember walking by that restaurant in San Juan! Reminds me of old town Pasadena!
Thanks 4 running with me SR…despite “Monday Madness!!”
That restaurant looks fantastic! I’m a firm believe that all drinks test better out of a mason jar.
My pup didn’t get me a mother’s day present either
, but we did get mother’s day brunch with the inlaws and dinner with my folks, so that made up for it.
My running buddy is my husband, but lately I’ve been weirdly attached to the treadmill, so we haven’t run together in a while.
I usually run alone, but once in a while I’ll run with Jason. We tend to run slower and talk most of the time.
I don’t have a running buddy, I like to go at it alone with my tunes. Plus, I’m self conscious of my pace so I don’t want to slow anyone down!
I run with a running group two to three times a week. I have to be honest though, I prefer to run alone. I like the quiet and the ability to push myself or ease up as needed.
Um so that pic of you eating the crab claw-totally made me think you shaved off all your hair and I was getting super confused.
Although, if anyone can pull of Sinéad O’Connor it’d be you!
I like running by myself. I run with a group on Saturday mornings for my long run (its supported with water and gatorade every 2-3 miles and different interesting routes all the time), but I dont want to talk to anyone and I really dont like anyone running ‘with’ me either. I generally just like all the other people so i can play a game to see how many i can catch and how many i can beat. So pretty much every Saturday is a race for me
Hey SR, what time do you typically start your morning runs?
it all depends, i like the earlier, the better. this morning was 6:45am. but sometimes its 6 and sometimes it 8. the later i go, the less hard i run and more likely i am to cut it short or skip the run. im a complete morning person!
How did you get so fast!?!?!? haha! I am STUCK at the same pace all of the time!
I want to go to there.
I run alone. I guess I could find someone who could walk along with me at the same pace as my slog. Maybe my husband could walk backwards or something.
I think all drinks should be served in canning jars. Ideally, ones you can keep. I have an entire collection that takes up a shelf in our very cramped kitchen.
Carrie, found your blog thru here, trying to email you. have a few questions about your experience becoming a dietitian…how can I get in touch with you?!
hey, either comment on my blog or send me an email at confessionsofadietitian@gmail.com
hope you come back to check this!
You two are seriously speedy and super cute
I want to go to that restaurant! It looks incredible!
I wish I had a running buddy. I used to but that was ages ago. It’s hard to find someone with a compatible schedule who lives somewhat close by.
Dang lady that drink is like a meal! Glad to hear the conference is happening, should be a fun time
My brother is my favorite running buddy. He challenges me, makes fun of me, encourages me, and keeps me entertained. Plus, he’s always up for testing out a new trail or running to the top of a mountain.
I’m still deciding whether I am going to run the RnR Vegas half, but if I do, then I’d be in town to join you on the 3rd!
Love your turquoise and white long sleeve top. What kind is it and where did you get it?
its under armour but i got it at costco!
I do horribly running with a buddy – I always adjust my pace to theirs (unconsciously) and usually end up running way too fast.
Yeah, I am one of those turtle pace kind of runners.
That place looks awesome! Def my kinda bloody mary. The more edibles you can stuff in there, the better! And my doggies got me a card and a massage giftcard. Sorry bout your luck. hehe
YUUUMMMM!
you are so cute! and I love your pictures by the door!
My running partner is a great friend. She pushes me and makes me do speed work! We both have 4 kids so we are up at 4:30 am running and have to be back to get kids ready for school! Solo runs are nice but running and chatting with someone is very enjoyable!
I have a running buddy =D I love it! We’re really good about keeping each others pace and pushing each other not to stop and not to give up. I’ve run most of my fastest times with her, and it’s always great fun. We don’t talk, just run, and it’s a blast though
It’s definitely helpful!
I would love to hear more about the running/bloggin convention sounds fun!
I don’t have a running buddy although I wish I did. Any slow runners in Boston interested?
I sometimes run with my husband but he is faster and even though I love him, generally stresses me out when running.
I need a pam in my life. my husband just kicks my butt. Does my dog count as a running partner? we make more pit stops for her than for me.
What a great brunch. I collect jars for cups too. Maybe its a southern thang. Okay I am rambling!
That restuarant looks amazing. I need a crab claw in my drink.
I’m sure Marni just didn’t have time to make it to the Hallmark store before Mother’s Day. He’s a very busy little guy! I wish I had a running buddy. Maybe I could run a 6:59 mile.
Those Bloody Marys looked YUM!
Going to send you an email now!
I wish I had known of this restuarant when I was in San Juan! I was there a few years back. My cousin was married in Huntington Beach and we drove down to SJC and toured Mission.
My dad has been my running buddy. We’ve done all of our long runs together for the marathon we are training for. We will run the marathon together too.
SR you are way too fast for me. I couldn’t do a mile in under 7 minutes even if crazed lunatics were chasing me… I’d just give up. I tried running with my dogs before but they are couch potatoes and died after one lap around the block (almost had to go back to pick one of them up in the car). Wish I could be there for the convention in Vegas!!!
I don’t have a running partner, but I wish I did. I need a little motivation in my “running life”
P.S. The Bloody Mary looks AMAZING!!!
I want to find a running buddy! When I’m training for something I like to do runs solo, so that is almost always. But right now I’m not, so I want to find someone to just go RUN with
That restaurant seriously sounds amazing!!!!!!! What a neat idea!
You seriously have the nicest legs. Next time I hear you complaining about a fat day I’m going to drive to CA and give you a knuckle sandwich.
You and Pam are FAST! Dang!
I recently got myself a running buddy and I love it. She’s high mileage but likes to go slow. She wants to BQ in December at the Tucson Marathon, so we gotta get movin’. I want to get her (hell, and myself!) through the finish line in 3:45.
Wow you girls are speedy! I think I need to move to Cali so you can make me faster.
I definitely in on the blogger party! woo hoo
Looks like a great brunch. Have you ever been to The Beachcomber at Crystal Cove? The food is OK, not great, but the location is amazing. It’s my favorite place to go when I come down to visit my folks. http://thebeachcombercafe.com/_crystalcove/index.aspx
love the beach comber!
That bloody mary just made my mouth water!!! YUMMO!
I sure do! Love my running buddies.
It’s the perfect way to enjoy running.
I usually run alone, but I love to run with someone every now and again. I live in the area and run your pace. So…what I’m trying to say is that if you ever need/want a running buddy, I’d be much obliged. Seriously.
I always run better with a running buddy these days! Years ago, I couldn’t run with anyone else, I liked going at my own pace, whenever I wanted to run. Now, it’s like if I don’t have a running buddy, I’ll just randomly stop. It also helps if the person is a little bit faster than me, so I always feel like I have to keep up with them!
I’ll consider myself spoiled that my dog not only got me a card but flowers too. She also gave my mom (her grandma) a card. My dog is pretty amazing.
Shite you guys are super fast and super cute!! I used to have a running partner but she’s had two kids in the past three years and not been able to get back out on the roads with me yet. Once her littlest hits six months, she swears she’ll be back out with me. I can’t wait, I really need the support right now. I’m always looking for new running buddies, especially for weekend long runs. Anyone in the VA-DC area??
Dare I say you had a better mother’s day meal than I did? And I have three children!!
they better get to work on next year-that place looks amazinnnngggg
My running buddy is my friend Gigi. We run together but usually dont talk much during the beginning of the run. On the way back though when both of us are tired, we stop our ipods and encourage each other by saying (and sometimes yelling out) stupid and silly things. She makes me push my pace. Speed is something I don’t do well when running alone.
I want to go to the restaurant like, yesterday. My mouth just filled up with saliva at the mention of Cinnamon Apple beignets. I didn’t know such a thing existed. Also, letting you know here and will e-mail you. I will most likely be running the las vegas 1/2 marathon in Dec. Can’t wait to see what you whip up!
Marni does not have a creidt card or pockets to carry cash, buy yourself something very sparkly, that will match your personality.
My two sons took me out to a Cajun place, yummo…I was one very proud mamma
I’ve been to that restaurant before when we were camping at the beach down the road, they have wonderful coffee.
Your adorable. Also, I’m jealous of your time, congratulations, I hope to run sub 7 minute miles one day.
Oh yes and running buddies are definitly required for long runs, they help keep me motivated while also distracting me with good stories. Gotta love long runs, and then for speed workouts they are great for a little friendly compitition.
You both are awesome!! Seriously.
I usually run with my bf or my sister. When I’m running long distance it’s usually alone. I think I do so much better when I run with someone. When I run alone, I concentrate too much on my breathing.
I have two running buddies! My great friend and I run 3-4 times a week. She keeps me motivated even when one of my four kiddos may have been up all night. I just know that she will be waiting on the corner for me to show up even when one of her four kiddos probably kept her up all night! I also love love love running with my hubby. It doesn’t happen very often, but those are definitely my most treasured runs!
Thanks for the post on this restaurant- I’m headed down there next month and needed somewhere good.
I went trail running with a new buddy and her friend this weekend, and MAN what a difference! We had a blast, talking and getting to know each other over the course of 7 super hill-y miles. Now, I’m determined to find a running buddy for weekday mornings!
I am really excited about the blogger conference… would be an awesome excuse to get to Vegas and I’d love to meet everyone (read: party with them!) in person!
Look at you and that perfect door! Match made in heaven.
I’m definitely picturing you and Pam running that fast mile while holding hands — did I get that right? I hope?
Running partners are GREAT for running fast and sprinting — I make my boyfriend run intervals with me, because it becomes a fun game, but I will never run like that without him. For long runs though, I’m 100% a loner. I like getting lost in my brain or my ipod.
Movie theatre church-time! way cool!
I run with a married couple and am really good friends with both. Sometimes its just him, sometimes its just her and sometimes both of them. Sometimes I am the marriage counselor. Its a lot of fun! He is our drill sergaent.
I don’t have a running buddy, but I have been running with others more lately. A women’s sports store in Culver City has Tuesday night runs. I’ve run with their group a couple of times. They definitely push me to pick up the pace. I also have a team I train with once a week in preparation for a fun 4×400 relay race with another team from our PhD program.
Congrats to Pam for placing 2nd at her race. That’s awesome!
1. That restaurant looks seriously amazing
2. Pam is the best running buddy ever
3. You are looking extra skinny, lately, SR! Must be all the marathons in the past few months!!
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