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Posts in category "Lauren Kaminsky"

Whew! Where Has Time Gone?

Hi ladies! Yikes.  It’s been a long time since I’ve written here.  I could give you lots of lame excuses for why that happened, but mostly… it got away from me.  Have you ever gotten really excited about something new and then realized you’d forgotten to do some important things?  That’s what happened, and I... Read more »
By Lauren Kaminsky,
July 20, 2011 at 8:00 am
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Wise Words from Women

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I love collecting quotes.  They can be inspiring, motivating, and sometimes just fun!  From 15 amazing women, here are some of my favorite quotes.  Find one you like, and then do a little digging to find out about the woman who said it... Read more »
By Lauren Kaminsky,
April 4, 2011 at 1:47 pm
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Fearless Friday: They Can't All Be "Bests"

Smiles at 3:30 in the morning — waiting for a bus to take us to the race. On February 27, I ran the Disney Princess Half Marathon in Orlando.  It had all the makings of a perfect race: I had friends there, I was relaxed after two days relaxing in the Florida sunshine, and we’d... Read more »
By Lauren Kaminsky,
March 10, 2011 at 9:21 pm
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Girls on the Run - Chicago Kicks Off Their Biggest Season Yet Today!

Today is the kick-off of the Girls on the Run - Chicago spring season.  This week, about 198 sites will kick off and more than 4,000 girls will start getting ready for the New Balance Girls on the Run – Chicago 5k presented by McDonalds in June.  Along the way, they’ll learn how to stay true to... Read more »
By Lauren Kaminsky,
March 7, 2011 at 1:01 pm
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I'm Back!

Planning a vacation. Vacationing. Getting caught up from vacationing.  That’s where I’ve been.  But now I’m back and have so much to say!  Stay tuned to Outside the Girl Box next week for product reviews, Fearless Friday, and more! Until then, here’s what I’ve been up to... Read more »
By Lauren Kaminsky,
March 3, 2011 at 9:32 pm
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I Did It!

My cousin’s husband, John, snapped this photo at Mile 11. I pretty much felt like this the whole race. This Sunday, I proved to myself that with hard work and a positive attitude, you can do anything.  Anything.  You can even go from the girl who used to cry the night before “the mile” in... Read more »
By Lauren Kaminsky,
October 12, 2010 at 2:09 pm
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Don't Wait! Register for the Girls on the Run Chicago 5k

On Saturday, June 5, Montrose Harbor will go girly!  One of my absolute favorite races, the Girls on the Run 5k, combines a whole lot of girl power, a 5k race, face painting, hair styling, and tons of fun!  This event is the end of the Girls on the Run season, a celebration for all of the... Read more »
By Lauren Kaminsky,
April 22, 2010 at 10:21 pm
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Friday Afternoon Fun: My Inner Tween

This week, my favorite band of all time (dating back to when I was in sixth grade and madly in love with all three members), released a new music video.  I have, admittedly, watched it at least a few times each day.  Because it brings me so much happiness, I’d like to share it with... Read more »
By Lauren Kaminsky,
April 16, 2010 at 4:51 pm
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Do One Thing Every Day That Scares You.

My cousin Katie, several years ago, fearless as ever. Last Saturday, I had the distinct pleasure of running 9.5 miles with my fabulous cousin Katie and fellow ChicagoNow blogger Dan (cubicle dad).  Both Katie and Dan were gearing up for their longest runs yet, and both were feeling a little nervous. I got the following... Read more »
By Lauren Kaminsky,
April 6, 2010 at 10:10 pm
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Love the Skin You're In

The sun is shining in Chicagoland this week!  With a high of 76 on Wednesday, it’s going to be a great week to be outside.  We’ve already talked about some fun things to do in the sunshine, but it’s time to talk about safety, girls. I will admit that I spent a many years trying... Read more »
By Lauren Kaminsky,
March 29, 2010 at 9:53 pm
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