For the first half of our Key West vacation, we stayed on the southern side of the island and I seemed to find a ton of time to get my runs in. I even ran 7 miles one day!! Because of technical difficulties, I had to carry my phone and couldn’t listen to music either. I was surprised I made it 1 mile like that, let alone 7!! Something about that ocean is magical when it comes to running!! 
I had a feeling things would change when we moved to the north side near Mallory Square. The ocean is still there but there is also so much other stuff to do and see that I knew it would be hard to maintain my motivation.
Oh yeah, and there are a few of these too….and this girl just can’t say no!
We have been taking it easy and enjoying the awesome weather. Even the dog is relaxing (even though that isn’t totally unusual for him!).
We have to travel with his own collection of blankets from home. Only the best for our dog!!!
After we watched the gorgeous sunset tonight, the boy and I headed over to Duval Street to check out all the Super Bowl action. Imagine our surprise when there wasn’t any!! The street was almost empty! Everyone was hanging out in the bars glued to the T.V. A lot of the bars were having parties that included all food and beverages for one price. I have never saw Duval Street so dead!!
We decided to hit up an Italian restaurant for dinner and the strangest thing happened……..From the time we sat down until we walked away from the restaurant, neither one of us laid a finger on our cell phones!!! Gasp! I know. I couldn’t believe it either. I must say it was kind of nice.
Posted by torontorunner on February 4, 2013 at 12:28 am
7 no-music miles is faaaantastic!
what a beautifully CALM picture that is!
It’s sooo nice to be without a cell phone sometimes. I actually really dislike how dependent we can be on it!
Posted by runnerbydefault on February 5, 2013 at 11:54 pm
I have been trying really hard while we are away to disconnect. It is hard though. Checking my phone has become a habit…….that I hate!!
Posted by Change of Pace on February 5, 2013 at 10:17 am
Your vacation sounds amazing so far! Running by the ocean is magical!
Love the photo of your dog!
Posted by runnerbydefault on February 5, 2013 at 11:57 pm
It has been amazing. I can’t get enough of the warm weather.
Thanks! The dog loves the warmth too but all this traveling just wears him out now that he is older. He just sleeps a lot!!
Posted by Megan@ Run Like a Grl on February 5, 2013 at 10:27 pm
Wow 7 miles without music?! Thats intense!! I ran 5 once without my iPod and all I did was listen to my breathing haha. Awesome job!
Posted by runnerbydefault on February 6, 2013 at 12:00 am
Thanks! I was definitely listening to my breathing the whole way plus the voices in my head telling me not to stop!!!
Posted by amandakash on February 6, 2013 at 9:29 pm
I ran today without music and I kind of liked it! Woohoo 7 miles!! Have you been taping Biggest Loser? SO GOOD THIS WEEK!
Posted by runnerbydefault on February 6, 2013 at 9:51 pm
I have taped the last 2 shows. I am saving them for my treadmill runs when I get home. I am so tempted to watch them on my computer though!!! I am hoping it will give me motivation to get on the treadmill when I get home. I am sure I will need it!!!
Posted by Luv What You Do on February 8, 2013 at 12:00 am
That picture is stunning! I would make that my computer background to stare at during these crazy cold snow storms!
Posted by runnerbydefault on February 8, 2013 at 10:58 pm
I probably will. One more day of warmth then we head home Sunday. I guess all good things must come to an end!