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July 14, 2015

Outer Banks Adventures So Far

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Hi friends – and hello from Duck, NC in the Outer Banks! You have already seen some of our adventures on Instagram, but Matt and I are here with our families and friends for our annual beach vacation. So far, so good! 🙂

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I <3 the beach. It’s so beautiful here!

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On our first morning here (Sunday), Matt and I got in a great run with our friend Tom before the beach activities began. 3.5ish miles with 2 stops for mini boot camps (push ups, lunges, jumping squats, dips, side planks, etc!) – check!

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Tom is really fast and had us flying on the way back. Whew! Hello, tomato face.

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Yesterday’s workout was a nice long walk on the beach with Matt. 🙂 Plus some time playing in the waves!

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The food is always one of the big highlights on these trips – we have two houses of people and alternate who hosts. Our first night, we enjoyed swordfish with mango salsa, salad, and corn. Unpictured cookies for dessert!

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Sunday night, we had burgers! Plus some slaw, salad, potatoes, etc. Delicious! Watermelon for dessert. 🙂

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We’ve also had two great meals out; the first was lunch at the Red Sky Café. Fish tacos FTW!

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I also started with a delicious tomato mozzarella salad. I love reduced balsamic!

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Last night, we went to dinner at the Lifesaving Station.

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When at the beach, eat ALL the seafood. Appetizers: a tasty salad + a crab cake (shared with everyone).

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For my entrée, the tuna! Seared rare.

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Time to hit the beach – catch you guys later! 🙂

- anne
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22 comments
  • Erin @ Her Heartland Soul
    July 14, 2015 · 11:56AM:
    What a fun start to your vacation! I hope the rest is just as tasty and fun!
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  • Laura @ This Runner's Recipes
    July 14, 2015 · 12:29PM:
    So much tasty seafood - definitely one of the best parts of a beach vacation! Enjoy the rest of your trip!
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  • Kate
    July 14, 2015 · 12:44PM:
    I will take the crab cake! Love fresh seafood!
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  • Shel@PeachyPalate
    July 14, 2015 · 12:49PM:
    Food looks beautiful, especially the tuna!!! Love the dress you wore last night!!!
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  • Maddie @ Dixie Runs
    July 14, 2015 · 12:50PM:
    I loooooooove Duck! My family used to stay there every summer, but lately we have been staying in Nags Head. One summer I loved in corolla and worked at the surf shop there. It's such a neat little town! Enjoy your vacation :)
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    • Anne
      July 15, 2015 · 5:22PM:
      I always wanted to live/work at the beach for a summer when I was younger... bet it was a blast!
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  • Gretchen | Gretchruns
    July 14, 2015 · 2:35PM:
    Looks like so much fun! Last year I went to the Outer Banks and that's where my BF proposed! It will always be special now and everytime I see someone post about it, it makes me really happy! Hope you have a fantastic trip :)
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    • Anne
      July 15, 2015 · 5:21PM:
      Aw, great proposal location! :)
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  • Alex @ get big, go to work
    July 14, 2015 · 2:41PM:
    Looks like such a fun trip! I love the beach, especially OBX. We always went there growing up. Have a great week.
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  • Jessica July 14, 2015 · 3:00PM:
    You have to try Coastal Provisions (Southern Shores) and/or their other restaurant Cravings (Duck)! http://www.coastalprovisionsmarket.com/ They also have half price raw oysters on Wednesdays! It is so so yummy!
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    • Anne
      July 15, 2015 · 5:21PM:
      Sounds delicious!
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  • Roadrunner July 14, 2015 · 3:30PM:
    Looks like you're making the most of the week. Hope the weather has not been as problematic as the weather forecasts seem to have made it out to be! Enjoy!
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  • Fiona @ Get Fit Fiona
    July 14, 2015 · 4:27PM:
    Yum! The food you've been eating on vacation looks amazing. It's a great idea to alternate dinner.
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  • Elizabeth Beil
    July 15, 2015 · 9:43AM:
    We are having a stay vacation this year and hitting up some local places in Ohio. I am missing the beach so I am living through your vacation! :) It looks like your having a great time!
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  • Mary Beth July 15, 2015 · 10:12AM:
    Hi Fannetastic Anne. I am enjoying outer banks also with my family. I enjoy you blog and love your recipes! Keep it up! We are in Ngas Head. If you come this way for a run, let me know. :) I had a fun run, part on the road and part on Jockeys Rudge sand dune after it had rained. It was not too soft which made it easier to run. :)
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    • Anne
      July 15, 2015 · 5:20PM:
      Thank you for reading! Enjoy your vacation, too! :)
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  • Kim in MD July 15, 2015 · 5:51PM:
    I love your dress, where did you get it?
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    • Anne
      July 15, 2015 · 10:40PM:
      Old Navy!
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  • Marisa Tomasella July 15, 2015 · 8:01PM:
    I love your dress! Enjoy your vacation!
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  • charlie
    July 16, 2015 · 9:36AM:
    WOW would love to be at the beach right now! Looks like you're having a blast!
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  • Kris S July 20, 2015 · 6:08AM:
    your maxidress is adorable! :)
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