12 in 12: September

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9/11 Stair Climb

 I really wanted to a memorial run for 9/11; I couldn't find a race that was local. I decided to do the next best thing- A stair climb in honor of the 343 FDNY fighters who climbed 110 stories in the World Trade Center on the morning of September 11th, 2001. I have been wanting to do this for a long time and I felt like this is the perfect time to do it. 

This article from the National Fallen Firefighters Association talks about how you can participate and coordinate a stair climb for 9/11. 

This was a little different than a race. I wasn't racing against anyone; I was doing this in honor of those fallen firefighters who gave the ultimate sacrifice. 

I completed this on Friday September 29, 2023. On September 11, 2023, Retro Fitness in Bayville held their own stair climb in honor of those firefighters. I was so proud to see that! 

Right before Climb

Okay Gab, we are doing this! 

During the Climb 

Omg! I give these firefighters A LOT of credit- I had yoga pants and a tank on, I was dripping sweat half way through. I couldn't imagine how these firefighters climbed those stairs, crowded with people trying to get out AND in their full turnout gear. 

After the Climb 

God bless those who are no longer with us. 

Results 

41:12; almost 2,000 steps; 111 floors.

Music 

For this climb, I chose all patriotic songs; you can listen to my AMERICA playlist here 🔴⚪🔵

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Well, that's #9 of 12 5k's I'm running this year!

Next Month is the Monster Dash in Point Pleasant....

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[[Proud to be an American, today, tomorrow and always]]

Dear September

 As we started September,  I took it as a new chapter, starting over again. This month was rough, I was re-adjusting to being back home and getting a new routine. I have to start somewhere and here I am...

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Here are some words that were prominent during my month:  

Warm/// This month was extra warm for September. I wasn't mad about it but towards the end, I was looking forward to crisp fall air. 

Grateful/// unexpected bonding at work turned coworkers into friends and girl dinner was created. Who knew being vulnerable was actually a good thing. 

Emotional/// With the break-up still being so fresh, I felt emotional during the month. I flipped through an array of emotions that included sad, angry, and proud. 

In-Between/// I felt like I was inbetween again. I was working hard all month to establish routines and get my life back on track. It's a weird feeling of being in between especially at my age. But I'm resilient and can get through this. 

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Emoji of the Month: 

💜

Love, spirituality and luxury. 

I definitely felt love this month, especially from coworkers and family.

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Flashback

I think this is one of the biggest flashback sections all year! Clearly, September signals me to get my butt moving and start blogging again. 

in 2022, i was saving money, running miles and going on lots of fun adventures; in 2021, I tried dating again (and got stood up), spent lots of time outside and was going to the gym consistently; in 2020, we were still in quarantine, I picked up some overtime at work, and social media was overwhelming. in 2019, I had a lot of midday thoughts and it was a new beginning for me, in a sense;  in 2016, I tried a linky party for the first time (Blogtember) and reposted a heartfelt post about September 11th; in 2015, I was in blogger mode and wrote fun posts about the month and my adventures; in 2014, I began again with blogging after a short break; in 2013, I bought a new car, shared silly snippets of my day AND introduced the world to the Everyday Jersey Girl; and finally, in 2011, I was sharing silly snippets of my daily life. 

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Gym update

I started going to the gym early in the morning, kinda like tricking myself into working out before my brain realizes it. I made it to the gym 4 times this month. It's a start especially since not going to the gym for a few months. 

I took advantage of the beautiful weather and went on 7 walks. Between neighborhood walks and lunch time walks I was a happy girl.

Instead of my monthly 5K, I did the 9/11 stair climb. Woof, I give those firefighters credit for doing that with all their gear! Check out my post- 12 in 12 September for more details on that!  

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Looking forward 

October is a new month. Crisp air, closer to Christmas and another 5k. Maybe some fall fun too!

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Posts

Did  you miss any of my posts from this month? Find them below:

Random #20 | Diary #45 | WGJ vol. 45 | 12 in 12: September

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What a month, what a month! Thanks for always stopping by my corner of the internet!

 [[Sunsets are just little glimpses of the golden streets of heaven ]]

Diary #45

Hi September, Thanks for being kinda good to me. I loved what I saw this month....

The "I sit if it fits" motto for humans

Vintage Vera at the Thrift Shop

Obessed with this skirt

Drove through my highschool parking lot. Found my old spot (HEAYN) and
then found a monogram G almost near it. It brought a smile to my face

Thrifted never looked so good

Still taking car selfies, if any one was wondering

I MADE THIS!!! 

Perfect night for outdoor dining and letting all the bullshit out

Hi Bug!

Found Penelope's cousin

Baby blues

Hawaiian

Orange

I love finding wild "G's"

Fun reminder

Thrifted

THANK YOU!

Pattern Mixing

One of my favorite spots in the world

WOAH! hi bug!

Having a purple moment

Found at the local library

Aldi's Cheesecake

Sometimes, you need someone to help your light shine

 [[Mood for September: Letting go of the heaviness that weighs you down to free yourself for what makes you feel most alive- Erin Matlock]]

WGJ vol. 45

Another month of great music. I hope you enjoy!

WGJ vol. 45
Forget About You- Bailey Zimmerman
See Me Through It - Brandon Heath
Somebody Else's Whiskey- Frank Rey
Amazing- Teddy Swims
Chevrolet- Dustin Lynch, Jelly Roll
I ain't Country- Jon Langston, Travis Denning
Work Boots- Cody Johnson
Taking My Time- The Tuten Brothers
Right In The Middle Of It- Adam Sanders
Everything He Couldn't- Chase Matthew
Honky Tonk Heartbreaker- Dustin Lynch
Cancel- Randy Houser
The Way You Look Tonight- Zac Brown Band
They Don't Make 'Em Like They Used To- Riley Green
Gullible Heart- Raelynn

Listen HERE.

[[Don't know why you act so surprised, you look amazing every time]]

Random #20

Another month of random finds...

In my baseball girl era

adorable 

Heck YES!

So creative

💩💩💩💩

I've seen enough LOL

who are these children?!

And the reason why this does not happen is?!

HAHAHA at least you're asking

How magical. Adding to bucket list

Always in my heart

Team Tina ALL THE WAY

thank you gab!

I appreciate the simplicity of this 

HA HA HA ....the foot!

Is there a reason? 

#me

Sign me up for cuddle care

I would do something like this 

All very true 

summer colors

perfect summer fridays

This sounds delicious

..... adorable

Love the art weather cross over

Pure joy

Heck yes, I want to meet the bees

shifts and clarity

Add to cart

HAHAHA I am definitely this type of peace 

I see nothing wrong; kids meals are small plates

This looks like a painting

HA HA HA 

THIS is impressive. 

don't postpone joy

HA HA HA all lucky guesses

maximize your joy

I am pretty sure its the othe way around for me

HA HA HA I would take those problems over the current problems now

So.Many.Exclaimation.Points

Sauvignon BONK! hahaha

and eating cotton candy and following mascots around

I love this. 

Hi Clementine!

FIND YOUR GLIMMER

There is hope for humanity after all

Love this pictograph

Warm fuzzies!

how are they THIS adorable

oh randall!

Seagull knows what the Seagull wants

PENELOPE is always causing trouble- in pig form or flamingo form

HA HA HA HA is this only funny for people from jersey?!

Anti Flamingo Spray

wholesome

NOT A SQUIRREL!!

Can you imagine seeing this thing on your front porch?!

The teeth!

I love this. 

I think this is such a great idea.

HA HA HA I am stealing this 

and a half of bagel

I totally agree. Breweries > Bars

Stay Stay Stay

Only in Montana!

This is incredible

HA HA HA

HA HA HA 

Best day ever!

So smart!

#queen

you are enough!

She was so close!!!

Sideeye

facts

Gosh, this is true 90s feels

YES! 

HA HA HA the snark

still obsessed with his artwork

HA HA HA HA

So creative!

LOL

I love the commitment to the theme

Dad jokes!

This was a great podcast!

Focus

He looks so invested in the book

mini portals

This screams BIRTHDAY

123123

Miss you Bob

Sign me up!

ENOUGH

Accurate

unstoppable

So many good things!

 [[Always choose yourself, then choose who chooses you]]