G’day. Or G’day Friday for most of you. Hope you are unplugging by now and reading this only if you are bored. Just kidding. But really, this weekend take the time to UNPLUG! GET AWAY and GET OUTSIDE!
That’s what we call our Free Friday. You see, Friday’s are the hubs’ recovery days. This means rest or a light workout. Perfect before a weekend of LONG HOURS of training, yes? Yes!
And perfect because I persuade the hubs’ to go explore with me. Doesn’t matter where, just getting out and seeing the country.
This means NO CELL PHONES, NO RADIO, NO INTERUPTIONS. Just us, the road, time to catch up, and beautiful scenery.
So cheers to Free Friday and cheers to a FREE WEEKEND! I hope you take one day/hour/minute to do the same.
Now turn off the computer and GO EXPLORE!
cheers,
LC
p.s.
excuse any grammar mistakes. No time to edit properly. Oh well.
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I’m so glad you guys went out on a little adventure! I’m going to try to convince my guys to do the same here some time this weekend! Enjoy the rest of yours!
Sarena (The Non-Dairy Queen) recently posted..Chia Jam Addiction…
oh i can’t wait to hear about the family outting. you guys are so fun!
p.s
LOVE the hair
sounds lovely! right now I am (sort of) the opposite, I have so little time online these days, I’m missin’ all my friends! <3 <3
so part of my downtime and fun includes getting online for a bit, to catch up and say hello! but yes… I plan to get out and enjoy this weekend too!
much love to you!
Kris recently posted..cooler cleanse
i totally get that. enjoy catching up and reading. love you!
That looks awesome! We just got hit with a big snow/ice storm, so driving is minimal, meaning I’m plugged in more than i would like, but I’ve turned my brain off. Does that count?
Abby recently posted..Phoning It In
ugh, not good weather. stay warm and don’t think too hard, k?
You look so happy! What a great way to spend Friday
Allie recently posted..Be careful!
just wish our pup was here too! whats happening with you this weekend? jimmy time?
But it’s really, really cold outside! (not even supposed to hit 30 tomorrow). Can I just come visit you? Seeing all your pictures make me want to visit NZ a thousand times more than before!
Shannon recently posted..Close, but no PR (Bass Pro Half Race Recap)
even better!!! come now, before the cold hits there. xoxo
How pleasant and fun for you! I spent the evening alone watching DC Cupcakes and Pinning things. What a nice night to just be with myself (and the dogs, of course.)
that sounds perfect to me! girls night!
Love Taylor’s…. my Dad knocked out his front teeth surfing there, hehe. Bummer about the trails being shut… there’s some wicked ones round there. Love the FREE FRIDAY… such a good idea – me and Misty just enjoyed a 1st birthday party at the beach, complete with bright yellow cupcakes…. yip Sid is bouncing off the walls on SUGAR
Wheeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!
Lou recently posted..chocolate, arm pits and lurve
i remember you saying that about your dad. Too funny!
Oh misty, sugar is the devil. haha.jk. Hope he burns out soon and sleeps for your sanity!
Next year I’ll be able to spend weekends outside. I hope.
Katie recently posted..Grab bag: Kimchi, baby!
i hope so! cold is NO FUN!!
LCCotter recently posted..Free Friday
You’ll be proud of me…stayed off the computer for hours today…because I had a multi-course dinner that spanned for 5 hours!
sophia recently posted..The Koreatown Series: Little Bangladesh
beyond proud! just wish i could have joined you.
Enjoy your weekend, my beautiful friend!
you too friend. Snuggle up with those cute kiddos and unplug.
I love the idea free friday but i would prob do it over the weekend! need to do this with no cell phones, twitter, etc.
yes! hope you are doing it now. YEA!
Reading this a day late but I hope to incorporate this same philosophy today!!
Brittnie (A Joy Renewed) recently posted..I’ve been tagged. . . have you?
good! i hope you don’t read this reply till monday. haha.
Went to the gym first thing this morning and once my family is up, the computer will be off for the day, too much to do today! I generally un plug on the weekends and it’s so nice
Jen@FoodFamilyFitness recently posted..I think I’ve made a mistake
at least the gym session is done. phew! happy family time!
Free Fridays are brilliant!
I love the exploring you do becuase it means the most fabulous photos for me to live vicariously through you two! 
thanks for sharing all these gorgeous photos with us. looks like a perfect day!
Bre recently posted..monday motivation…
haha, i love my camera for that reason and of course for a coffee stop along the way!
Perfect! I will be mostly unplugged today, but not for any fun reasons. Lots of housework happening around here this weekend.
Heather (Where’s the Beach) recently posted..Fun Facts Friday – Q & A
feels good to just catch up on that stuff, enjoy!
It seems like most cyclists take Friday really easy and then hammer away for hours on the weekend (sometimes Saturday AND Sunday). Going two days in a row hard was a big adjustment for me because I NEVER did that when running. Yesterday I crossed paths with one of my favorite teammates just as I was starting my recovery ride and we had such a nice time just cruising along together. I love that you guys get out and really take a break from the routine.
yes, its a fun recovery day. love those coffee shop rides. ya know?
Ya, especially when you have a big ride to look forward to!
Aww, I love this. I also love long walks in the nature. Buuuuuut … it’s soooo cold outside over here. It almost *hurts* to be outside.
I can’t wait for spring to come, and then walking walking walking will be back in my life! 
I’m going to the sauna with a friend later, so that’s my going out for today.
Kath (My Funny Little Life) recently posted..Yogi Tea Wisdom and Blue Flower-Pattern Mug
oh i love the sauna, i might have to go today just because you said that. Enjoy!
Happy Weekend, friend
I’m not unplugging for the whole day…and it’s way too cold to go outside…but I’m definitely going to relax and do nothing for a while!
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cozy up by a fire and read a good book then. Cheers!
Okay, but only because you told me to : )
Nicole
Nicole recently posted..Clean Eating Recipe of the Week: Pasta with Kale, Caramelized Onions, and Parsnips
yes, i told you to and i will tell your kiddos to give you some quiet time, k?
Yippee, I’ll tell them you said so
Nicole recently posted..Clean Eating Recipe of the Week: Pasta with Kale, Caramelized Onions, and Parsnips
It’s so important to remember to unplug! It can feel so liberating! Have a wonderful weekend!
Kelly @ Laughter, Strength, and Food recently posted..It’s a White Out
i agree! it’s funny how hard it is for us to do but once we do it, we feel free and restored!
I’ve been taking a bit of time off of blogging and technology and it’s quite nice!! I mean, I love blogging but I love the real world too. I hope the weekend is refreshing for you guys!
Tara recently posted..WIAW–A Good Vegan Meal (South of the Border Kale Salad)
i have noticed and i love that Tara. Keep the real life coming first. Love you lady!
I would LOVE to! But, this strep isn’t going away as fast as I would like it too. I do plan on getting in some reading from an actual book this weekend though!
LOVE the message. I tell my friends that all the time. Life is WAY too short for you to sit in front of a computer all the time. Maybe that is why my posting frequency has gone down quite a bit as well.
Nicole @ Geek Turned Athlete recently posted..Hello Triathlon Season 2012
Strep!!!? Not good. Stay warm and cozy inside with a good book. And when you do post by the way, they are always quality. Quality over qauntity, right?
Here, here!
Nicole @ Geek Turned Athlete recently posted..Hello Triathlon Season 2012
Haha – “stop reading my blog and go have fun”!!
I’m done with my workouts for the day and just taking a break before heading out to do just that. Have a great weekend!!
Heather @ Better With Veggies recently posted..An “Event-ful” Weekend Recap
good. now enjoy every little penny!
Beautiful! Have a great weekend!
raina recently posted..Racing with Purpose: Handcyclist Robbin Bryant
happy training weekend friend. how’s all the recovery going?
Gorgeous, as always! Love that we’re seeing little bits n’ pictures of the country, thanks to your explorations
Heather @ Dietitian on the Run recently posted..Calorie Conversations
just trying to lure you here more and more.
;P
High-Fives to disconnecting and getting outside!
I’d love to join you, so enjoy the fresh, warm, and sunny air, cause it’s cold and dreary here in Jersey. Enjoy your weekend and talk soon via e-mail! xoxo
She Rocks Fitness recently posted..Treadmill Workout + Erin Baker’s Winner
maybe you can join me in AUSTIN!!!!
Lindsay I really needed this!!! it’s a beautiful day and I need to get myself out the door and go explore…hope you guys have a great weekend
Sarah @ The Healthy Diva recently posted..Gluten Free Mocha Walnut Muffins
good! go take lots of pictures and just explore!
Your FRIDAY sounds perfect and a wonderful to commit to each other. I really like this! I feel like I am busy checking my phone EVEN when Spencer and I are watching a show….ridiculous. Thank you for the reminder and example!
Jess @ Blonde Ponytail recently posted..How to Become A Certified Trainer
hope you are still disconnected friend! We all need it!
I love that you’ve been exploring, that’s what I need to do more of around here, but I’ve been so busy and outdoors has not been my thing lately…booo!!!!
xxoo
Kris | iheartwellness.com recently posted..How I Maintain Girly Muscles {Q & A With Kris}
get out and get some Vit. D love! You deserve it.
so gorgeous, so jealous. unplugging is good and necessary in order to not become one of those freaks that can’t go 1 minute without their phone
if i ever do become one fo those freaks, just slap me. not too hard though.
i love spending a few “free sunday” minutes with your blog! i hope the exploration was fantastic!
teabagginit recently posted..WIAW – yeasty, farty goodness
now if only that could happen in real life.
sounds like perfection! Hope you enjoyed every minute, as I suspect you did
and i suspect you did too?
hope you’ve had a great weekend, Linds!
i did! and i missed you! aargh, i tried to call but it was hard to get the phone. Are you free soon? love you!
Love the pics as usual! I definitely unplugged a bit more this wknd and enjoyed
<3
Klh recently posted..It’s a new week!
good! we just need to do it together next, right?
Mmm… I need a Friday like that! Just unplug and go. What a wonderful idea!
Rach recently posted..How Sweet It Is!
you sure do Rach! youre super busy so make sure you get that time with the hubs, just you two!! Love ya.
Oh, Lindsay, it sounds like you had a delightful Friday! I hope the rest of the weekend was just as fantastic! There’s nothing like getting away for a few hours; escaping our technology-driven world, and appreciating everything that is NATURAL and beautiful does wonders for the soul. xoxo <3
Sara @ Nourish and Flourish recently posted..Weekend Lessons and Banana Muffin Tops
i sure hope you did the same sara. You deserve it!
I think I did a pretty good job of doing this over the weekend. I’m trying more and more often to stay off bloggy land, off twitter (for the most part) and away from things that distract me from my IRL life. It’s hard to break that habit – it’s definitely a work in progress for me – but it just makes the weekends much more richer and fulfilling and whole. I love it. I hope you enjoyed yours to the fullest!
Jess recently posted..Enduring vs. enjoying
you have been m inspiration for that lately, so thank you! hows the barre9 coming? do you start soon?
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