Another happy Monday, friends! 
This weekend was a particularly fun one. Although I was sad that my husband was out of town (he was visiting his family in Ohio), I kept myself busy with several different activities.
And the best activity of the weekend?
Waking up at 5am on a Saturday to go run, of course! 
When my friend Emily (to my left in the above picture) told me about the Race to Restore 5k, I knew that I wanted to get involved. I love participating in anything active, especially when it involves a good cause.
The Race to Restore raised money for Wellspring Living, an organization that helps survivors of childhood sexual abuse and sex trafficking find healing of the body, mind, and spirit. You can find out more about their incredible work (and ways to donate, if you feel so led), at their website.
So on Saturday morning, myself and about 12 other friends from church got up bright and early for the event.
And despite the early wake-up call, everyone was (clearly) raring to go!
After a few essential stretches …
… it was time for the race to begin!
I was a little nervous about this race because I haven’t been running consistently in the past several months (after that disaster of a half-marathon in April, I decided I needed a break!).
But despite my lack of training, I was able to maintain just above a 10 minute/mile pace, for a finishing time of approximately 32 minutes. 
It was an absolutely gorgeous day, with temperatures in the upper 60’s and sunny skies. The course was primarily run on golf cart paths around a lake, and the scenery made the time go by quickly!
My friend Kathi (in the green shorts) stayed with me throughout the run, even when I had to take a couple of quick walk breaks. Such a good friend!
After finishing the race, it was fun getting to cheer on my PCC friends!
I think we were pretty much the coolest running team ever.
After the race, we all headed over to J. Christopher’s for breakfast.
I surprised myself by ordered something I’ve never ordered at a restaurant before … biscuits and gravy! They came with a side of cheesy scrambled eggs and potatoes.
I could only eat about half of the biscuits and eggs, but I killed those potatoes. So good!
Good friends, a good workout, a great meal, and an even greater cause. Doesn’t get much better than that!
Question for ya …
What did you do this weekend?
Favorite food to order when you go out to breakfast?
Tell me about the last race you ran. Or tell me about one you’re signed up for!
Sounds like a perfect saturday with friends and activity. It is always so much more fun to be in a group of people you like and know!
Simone recently posted..Something Different: Random Saturday
That’s a great time, especially for not running in a while — and it was for such a great cause too! Sounds like a perfect Saturday morning
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Emily @ Perfection Isn’t Happy recently posted..Half Marathon Training: Week 5
how fun!!
my favorite thing to order for bfast when im out is either eggs benedict, over easy eggs with toast for dippin, or sometimes pancakes!
Andrea @ Andrea Out Loud recently posted..I Dislike Shopping & Return Of The Bento Box
This is awesome! Sounds so fun and like such a good cause!
Laurie @ Love, Laugh, Laurie recently posted..Short Weekend Recap
I absolutely love biscuits and gravy, but like you, I rarely order them. I am usuall more of an omelet and pancake kind of girl. I am glad you had such a fun weekend even though your hubby was out of town!
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Looks like you had a fab weekend! I tend to order savory rather than sweet things when I go out to breakfast, so your biscuits + gravy look great! I also love bacon, eggs, sausage, crepes, quiche – really anything that’s savory + carby. =)
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Great job on your race! I have a hard time even thinking about running at the moment.
I’m hoping to get into some jogging in the next few weeks though. When I go out for breakfast, I usually get pancakes if I’m feeling something sweeter or an omelet if I’m wanting something more savory. I loooove breakfast potatoes!
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Great job on your race!
I had a busy, but fun weekend – 1st birthday party, wedding reception, and some fun at the park!
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Sounds like a great run! We’re signed up for the Wicked Halloween Run in October…it’s my first 10K!
Ooh, good luck, Gretchen! That’s awesome!
Eggs benedict is one of my favorite breakfasts to order out, but a lot of times I’ll pick the most unique thing on the menu and go with that.
My first half marathon is four weeks from this Saturday! YAY!!!!! I also have a 10k the weekend after the half. I’m excited!
Wow, 4 weeks?? Man, that snuck up quick!! Hope the training is still going well!
I’m dying to run a half-marathon sometime soon — but I’m really bad at committing to races! i haven’t been out for breakfast in so long!! i’d choose biscuits & gravy!!
Corrie Anne recently posted..Gym Membership > Cable
Congratulations on finsihing the 5k hunnie. So proud of you <3. I just signed up for the Rock n Roll D.C Marathon… 26.2 miles, ehh!!
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What a beautiful day for a run…and what a beautiful cause! With my new running obsession, I keep thinking about signing up for a race, but to be honest I just love running to run.
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But Sarah, running a race is sooo fun! Especially if you do it with a friend. It’s not about how fast you go or who beats you or comes behind you … it’s just a super fun experience! You have to sign up for one. I won’t take no for an answer!