Winning the Run

Did someone say winner? Look no further than this chick: Sure, it was my namesake & made-up marathon, and I may have been the only one running it – which I suppose could also mean I came in last, however …

The Sassy Swan Half Marathon

So remember a few months ago, when I got all ambitious and decided to jump into a Half Marathon a Month Project? Well that was before a heat wave of epic proportions decided to blanket the South East and I, …

The Bod Pod

Growing up, especially through my teenage years, I was pretty proud of my metabolism. I was known to polish off entire Big New Yorker pizzas (bring ’em back Pizza Hut!), gobble down half a value menu from Burger King, and …

Worst Run Ever

This could be a touch on the dramatic side…but then again, maybe not for those with similar experiences. Yesterday I officially had my worst run ever. The run that beats you down and forces you to question why you even …

27 Resolutions

Another birthday has come and gone, leaving me one year older and a blood sugar level putting me in well above hypoglycemic range. Me and the cupcakes, we’ve got a special thing going. Either way, I spent some time reflecting …

Whopping Whopper Cupcakes

It is a benefit and a downfall to having three of the four members of my immediate family possessing  birthdays that fall within two weeks of each other. Categorized under both is the unlimited supply of cupcakes, cakes, ice cream, …

Charleston’s Finest

Over the weekend, a friend and I decided to celebrate our upcoming birthdays by spending a weekend in Charleston, SC. Here’s the scoop on Charleston – It’s decidedly Southern, emitting hints of the Old South and everything that represents. From …

Sassy Swan Sangria

I know, I know…Between the fried pickleness, bacon smothered salad, patriotic cupcakes, and beer “processed cheese product” cheese   I’ve been seriously neglecting the fitness aspect of the blog. I promise, next week I’ll be starting anew. Next week, following my …

Chardonnay or yay?

Let’s talk wine, shall we? I love wine. All (well, most) wine. It tastes delicious, is more sophisticated and less filling than beer, and is the perfect accompaniment to my beloved cheese.  Unfortunately, this is about where my wine ‘expertise’ …

BST Salad

One of the many reasons I love summer is the abundance of delicious produce. Georgia peaches are just coming into season and that first bite of a sweet summer peach can only be described as heavenly.  I’m not exaggerating when …