MIMM : Weekend in Boiling Springs

What a weekend!  Dan and I went across the state to visit his family in Boiling Springs.  We also had a race planned while we were there - the Diakon Outdoor Adventure Challenge.  It definitely was a challenge, and the entire weekend was a ton of fun.  Here's a little peek at some of the highlights! (linking up with Erin and Katie!)


Someone was pretty excited for the trip!  Selma used to hate riding in cars, but lately she's been loving it!  I have to sit in the back with her or she gets sick, and she just cuddles in my lap the entire time.  Love it!


Early morning walks along Children's Lake.  This is a fresh spring with a few "bubbles" - hence Boiling Springs and the high school mascot- the Bubblers.


First place in my age group at the race!  (and repping Penn State!  Another WIN for the team this weekend!)



After the race, we got to try out the high ropes course!  It was a lot of fun and tough.  It ended with a zip line at the end which I loved!  There was also a great picnic that was free with the race.  I really enjoyed the race and would recommend it if you're in the area!


Loved it!


We got home and met this cute little girl!  Dan's family got a new puppy- a golden named Lily.  How adorable is she??
Selma and Lily quickly became best friends and wouldn't stop playing the entire weekend.  It was so adorable!  I'm thinking we might need to get a new friend for Selma...she seemed so happy!


We took lots of bike and car rides around the area.  This was a really pretty overlook near some apple orchards.


What a great weekend!  Let me know what you got up to and what your plans are for the upcoming week!

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  1. UnknownSeptember 21, 2015 at 3:11 AM

    Love seeing the Penn State shirt! Did you watch the game on Saturday? They did great!!

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    1. Gretchen BraunSeptember 21, 2015 at 2:16 PM

      Yes!!! It was such a great game. Loved the stripes as well!

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  2. UnknownSeptember 21, 2015 at 3:29 AM

    Awe, you really did have a great weekend! Congrats again on that win! I spent mine at my boys' rugby games and then I took my oldest son out for dinner for his 15th birthday. Indian food! It was so great spending one on one time with him.

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    1. Gretchen BraunSeptember 21, 2015 at 2:17 PM

      Thanks suzy!! You are such a great mom. I want Indian food now...yummm

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  3. UnknownSeptember 21, 2015 at 4:19 AM

    First congrats on taking first in your age group at the race. Glad you got to enjoy your weekend. This weekend coming up for me is nothing but races. I am really looking forward to it

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    1. Gretchen BraunSeptember 21, 2015 at 2:17 PM

      Thanks Shaun! I love weekends filed with race fun :) good luck!

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  4. kelsey @ so much life to liveSeptember 21, 2015 at 4:35 AM

    Oh my goodness, the PUPPY!! She is adorable!!

    Congrats on a great weekend - looks like a blast!

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    1. Gretchen BraunSeptember 21, 2015 at 2:18 PM

      I know!!! Adorable. I pulled out some pics at work after a stressful meeting and it cheered me right up :)

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  5. EmilySeptember 21, 2015 at 4:50 AM

    I would love to do a high ropes course! It looks fun!

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    1. Gretchen BraunSeptember 21, 2015 at 2:18 PM

      It's a blast! You definitely have to try one out :)

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  6. Kristen @ See You In A PorridgeSeptember 21, 2015 at 5:51 AM

    oh what a fun weekend! though that course looks super hard haha. Lily is absolutely adorable! Goldens get me every time. Wish we could get one, but don't think my cats would enjoy that.

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    1. Gretchen BraunSeptember 21, 2015 at 2:19 PM

      It wasn't too bad..as long as you have good balance and aren't afraid of heights ;)

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  7. LesleySeptember 21, 2015 at 6:19 AM

    I love golden retrievers! Did you se Kaley Cuoco on Jimmy Fallon last week? So many puppies!

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  8. Heather [is probably running]September 21, 2015 at 6:43 AM

    Congratulations on your age group win! I can't wait to read a race recap!

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  9. JamieSeptember 21, 2015 at 7:35 AM

    The puppy pictures though... so needed on a Monday morning! :) Hope you have a fabulous day!

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    1. Gretchen BraunSeptember 21, 2015 at 2:20 PM

      I know right!! I have videos too if you need a boost

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  10. Sarah @pickyrunnerSeptember 21, 2015 at 8:20 AM

    Congrats on the age group win!!! Always really exciting ;)

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  11. UnknownSeptember 21, 2015 at 9:49 AM

    Great job on your race!!! I was just talking yesterday about getting a puppy, but I am not sure how my cat would like that. Selma does look happier!!!
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    1. Gretchen BraunSeptember 21, 2015 at 2:21 PM

      Cats can take some warning up...they might disappear for a while! And Selma was SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO happy!!

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  12. UnknownSeptember 21, 2015 at 10:21 AM

    Yay for first place in your age group! That's a really big deal, be proud :)

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  13. Alanna @ Madeleines & MarathonsSeptember 21, 2015 at 12:09 PM

    I'm glad that you had such a fun weekend. Congrats on placing first in your age group! That's so awesome!

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  14. julie WunderSeptember 21, 2015 at 12:42 PM

    Puppies, placing in races and beautiful views! That sounds like a #winning weekend to me!

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  15. julie WunderSeptember 21, 2015 at 12:42 PM

    Puppies, placing in races and beautiful views! That sounds like a #winning weekend to me!

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  16. Amanda - Voyage of the MeeMeeSeptember 21, 2015 at 6:33 PM

    Congrats on the race, girl... that is AWESOME!!!
    Puppiesssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssss!!!!!!

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  17. Lauren | Just a PinchSeptember 21, 2015 at 11:19 PM

    Congratulations on your race! It's awesome that you got first in your age group! Is Selma a lab? Your family's new puppy is ADORABLE!

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    1. Gretchen BraunSeptember 22, 2015 at 4:48 AM

      Thank you Lauren!! And yes she is! The Humane Society also said she's part beagle. I can see it but no one else believes me!

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  18. HoHo RunsSeptember 22, 2015 at 6:28 AM

    It looks like you had a wonderful weekend. Congratulations on your win too! Those are adorable pics of Selma and Lily. I missed you on the link this week!

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  19. Fairytales and FitnessSeptember 22, 2015 at 3:32 PM

    Aww, Lily is adorable! Since we lost our old dog my husband has been wanting to get a new puppy for our Labrador so she is not lonely. I would like to get a Golden retriever but they scare me with their multiple health issues.

    We love Boiling Springs. We try to go there every year and do the murder mystery at Allenberry resort!

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    1. Gretchen BraunSeptember 22, 2015 at 5:50 PM

      It seems like every breed of dog can have health issues, so I wouldn't let that deter you! I love goldens and they are really sweet dogs.

      I haven't heard of the murder mystery..next time we visit I might have to check it out!

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  20. Kristy Sayer-Jones @ Southern In LawSeptember 22, 2015 at 5:20 PM

    That ropes course looks like so much fun! Congratulations on placing first!

    How cute are Selma and Lily together! We got our puppy, Trixie, last November and whilst our older dog Chanel was terrified of her at first, they are best buddies now and cannot go a second without one another.

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    1. Gretchen BraunSeptember 22, 2015 at 6:00 PM

      Thanks so much! I'm happy to hear your dogs are getting along well, and I love their names. I was worried how Selma would do, but now I really want to get her a little buddy!

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