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The Yooper Girl

The Yooper Girl

Life in Michigan's Upper Peninsula

Run for Joe

My first race since the half marathon was yesterday, the Run for Joe, a 5k in honor of a local soldier who was killed fighting for our country. Last year I ran this race and I got second place for all the women with a time of 22:57. I was so surprised to do that well!   That was literally … [Read more...] about Run for Joe

Busy girl

First of all, a huge marvelous thank you to our veterans. America wouldn't be where we are today without you! I had a pretty packed weekend. Allll day Saturday was spent at a softball tournament. First game at 8:30, last game at 6. It was a long day. We ended up taking second place. We really … [Read more...] about Busy girl

Fashion Friday {5/20-5/24}

This week just flew by! I am counting down the days left of school... 6! So excited! Monday I had to wear my shirt from running my very first half marathon! Tuesday       Track meet! Read about it here :D Wednesday shirt: eyeshadow jeans rolled into capris: Abercrombie … [Read more...] about Fashion Friday {5/20-5/24}

WIAW: Lots of PR’s

Hello Wednesday! I can't believe you're here already.It was the last track meet of the season yesterday. It was my last chance to get a school record!The two mile was first. My first lap was a 1:24 and then they started getting slower.. oops ;) Anyway, I missed the school record. By a second. My … [Read more...] about WIAW: Lots of PR’s

Cellcom Green Bay Half Marathon!

:) :) :) I can't believe I did it. I ran my first half marathon!  We headed to the expo first thing on Saturday. Packet pickup was a breeze and really well organized.. And I had to buy some things. I got new shoes! Mizuno Wave Elixir 8. I really needed some running shoes and I wanted to try a … [Read more...] about Cellcom Green Bay Half Marathon!

Fashion Friday + track meet

I am just loving this weather. It makes me so happy! I'm also loving wearing a light jacket to school, not my heavy North Face! Mondayshirt: Candiesjeans: Abercrombie & Fitchmoccasins: Payless I had a band concert on Monday. I wore this! Dress from Kohls.Tuesdayshirt: Lauren Conradcapris: … [Read more...] about Fashion Friday + track meet

My own happiness

Yesterday was just a really good day. This was one of the first days in a long while that I didn't plan any of my meals. I just let them happen as they came! Breakfast was some waffles with peanut butter, greek yogurt, strawberries, and bananas. And a hb egg. I only had a half day of school so I … [Read more...] about My own happiness

WIAW: Yummy Day and Cooking with Lynn!

Yesterday was filled with some deeelicious eats. It was a good day. Breakfast Green smoothie. Mom and I actually ate in the dining room which was a nice morning change! Lunch   Ohhh my gosh. Turkey, swiss, avocado, spinach, and tomato on some grilled bread. Holy cow this was delicious. … [Read more...] about WIAW: Yummy Day and Cooking with Lynn!

Run for Boston

I did it. I organized a Run for Boston. When I heard about the tragedy I knew I wanted to help. Being such a new member of the running community I was so inspired with how much everyone was affected and how much they helped. I wanted to be a part of it too. I told my mom I wanted to organize a run … [Read more...] about Run for Boston

Fashion Friday

Monday shirt: Lauren Conrad jeans: American Eagle TOMS necklace: Claire's Tuesday   jean jacket: Tommy Hilfiger (found at Goodwill!) shirt: So pants: Lauren Conrad Toms Wednesday shirt: So capris: Aeropostale shoes: Claire's necklace: Candies Thursday track meet! read … [Read more...] about Fashion Friday

A track meet and the funniest video you will EVER see.

Just stopping by for a quick check in. I had my first track meet today! I was originally scheduled for the 2 mile, 800, and 200 hurdles buut it changed a tad bit. I had this super yummy dinner last night for some night-before carbs. Recipe here. I love the night before races because it's an … [Read more...] about A track meet and the funniest video you will EVER see.

WIAW- Random

Hellooo Wednesday! You come so quick. Breakfast yesterday was a typical one. Since I have a green smoothie pretty much daily, I experiment a lot. I definitely like spinach more than kale. Peanut butter is a must. I didn't take a picture of lunch but it was pizza, salad, green beans, breadstick, … [Read more...] about WIAW- Random

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A weekend in the Northwoods 🎣 A weekend in the Northwoods 🎣
Spent the day exploring Door County! I’m already Spent the day exploring Door County! I’m already planning my next trip back 🍒🌊 #doorcounty #travelwi
Some favorites from a family vacation to the Apost Some favorites from a family vacation to the Apostle Islands a few summers back ⛵️
TikTok liked this one a lot so sharing here too! L TikTok liked this one a lot so sharing here too! Love flying in Southern California ✈️
Some pics/clips from a very special day last summe Some pics/clips from a very special day last summer — my first flight in the UP with @freshcoastflight. 

The trees! The gorgeous Superior shoreline!!! Excited to share more from my PPL journey ✈️
In honor of National Spritz Day 🍾 got to try so In honor of National Spritz Day 🍾 got to try so many in Europe—Hugo is my fav!! Let me know your favorite below

Inspired by @greendrinks :)
#hugospritz #aperolspritz
Some favorites from camping at Yosemite last June Some favorites from camping at Yosemite last June 🏕️
It’s always the best time with Abby & @freshcoas It’s always the best time with Abby & @freshcoastflight!! Some clips from our Pictured Rocks flight back in April ✈️
Finally getting it together and posting some old p Finally getting it together and posting some old photography…this is a set of drone shots from the Manhattan Beach pier (the first place I lived in California!) 🌊
The most gorgeous alpine lake 🏔️ so excited t The most gorgeous alpine lake 🏔️ so excited to check this hike off the bucket list! 
📍 Colchuck Lake

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4 years ago today I was on my trip to Isle Royale 4 years ago today I was on my trip to Isle Royale National Park — and I just published a post with my experience. Here are some of my favorite photos! Head to the blog for more 🤍
Cannot believe October is already over! Happy Hall Cannot believe October is already over! Happy Halloween from sunny Southern California - this is the first time I can remember it without a jacket! 🎃👻 
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Golden hour sunshine from last fall 🍁 do you pr Golden hour sunshine from last fall 🍁 do you prefer red, orange, or yellow leaves? 🍂
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I’m really missing fall in Michigan right now 🍁🍂
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For those who don’t know, I recently moved to California! My career took me here, and you can read more about it on my most recent blog post. 
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Thank you to everyone for your continued support! Look out for some new blog posts coming soon 🧡
Happy 906 Day and Happy Labor Day! 💙💚 Happy 906 Day and Happy Labor Day! 💙💚
I was able to go back to Alaska earlier this summe I was able to go back to Alaska earlier this summer! We got incredibly lucky and were able to see the whole Alaska Range from a lookout on the drive up to Fairbanks 🏔🌲
Devils Island Light and some sea caves as seen fro Devils Island Light and some sea caves as seen from @apostleislandscruises 🛥 the northern tip of this island is the northernmost point in Wisconsin!
Spent the last few days in Bayfield and the Apostl Spent the last few days in Bayfield and the Apostle Islands in Northern Wisconsin! I’m so excited to share more from this weekend 🤩
I upgraded to a full frame camera last summer, and I upgraded to a full frame camera last summer, and this is one of the first photos I took with it 🌿 being at Presque Isle didn’t hurt either! Happy Friday ☀️
New post on the blog today! Link is in my profile New post on the blog today! Link is in my profile or at theyoopergirl.com 🤗🌲🦋
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