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Cheaper Than Therapy

the journal of a drinker with a running problem…

About Me

reaganme
Oh, hi. I’m Marie. I’m a functioning alcoholic and a heel-striker. Thanks for stopping by my depraved, little corner of the interwebz.

I currently type on keyboards in Indianapolis, where power brokers and corn farmers live together in harmony. I like it just fine, but I wasn’t born here and if you call me a Hoosier I will eat your face.

I’m a mom, a runner, a writer, an instigator and a pleasantly furious leftist with just a few more things to say before my untimely collision with a Mack truck.

I talk a big game, but I have absolutely no certification, accreditation or qualification for anything I talk about in this blog. Just read it and don’t ask questions.

Sometimes I will post pictures of particularly disgusting or delightful foods I eat. But this is meant to be a humor blog and not one of those “healthy living” blogs, so I don’t feel obligated to justify any of my choices to you.

I like to read a lot and do other things too, but since I decided to make this a running and beer blog, you probably won’t hear too much about it.

One more thing: I only take horrible race photos. You won’t find any smiling, breezy, flawless, effortless, sweatless, jumping up and down arms raised in victory photos on this blog.

I promise.

44 thoughts on “About Me”

angryrunner on December 11, 2009 at 1:36 pm said:

I think I can get behind your blog based on the booze and pink floyd references alone. Mazel Tov!

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Shane on February 7, 2010 at 12:38 am said:

Running and beer, two of the best things in life! Love your blog. Well-written and witty!

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- Marie on February 7, 2010 at 12:54 am said:
  
  aw thanks.. I like yours too: “athletic mediocrity” — that’s a great line!
  
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It's A Great Day To Be Alive on March 5, 2010 at 2:12 pm said:

I just moved to Indy from Chicago and love your blog! Drinking and fitness are my two faves too 🙂 I love your tagline.

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- Marie on March 5, 2010 at 2:16 pm said:
  
  thank you so much! We have family up there so we make the Indy-Chicago drive several times a year. I love Binny’s! 🙂 Looks like you have just joined the bloggy world – welcome!
  
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onceawarrior on April 13, 2010 at 10:47 am said:

I can relate!! Just started blogging today to motivate myself to keep running! Does that make sense?

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- Marie on April 13, 2010 at 10:55 am said:
  
  Absolutely! It helps me hold myself accountable. I can’t tell you guys, “oh, I’m going to run 10 miles today,” and then not do it! hahaha. Love the name of your blog. I will definitely check it out!
  
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sweatykid on June 27, 2010 at 4:38 pm said:

Bahaha. I started blogging (poorly) about a week ago, and just now found your blog. It’s hilarious. Straight to google reader with you.

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- Marie on June 27, 2010 at 5:35 pm said:
  
  *curtsy* why, thank you! And don’t sell yourself short — I’ve been blogging for a couple of years and I’m pure gutter. 😉
  
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Katie@ Two Lives, One Lifestyle on July 31, 2010 at 3:35 pm said:

Running and beer? Yup, you have a new fan.

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Ivy Blaise on August 19, 2010 at 6:00 am said:

Love the beer/ running combination! Oh yes..and the food 🙂 Great blog!

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- Marie on August 19, 2010 at 12:21 pm said:
  
  Thanks for stoppin’ by! I guess I had my 15 minutes yesterday, eh?
  
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Aj from QueerVeganRunner on January 6, 2011 at 6:37 pm said:

Geez holy, why aren’t you in my reader. Drinking and running. I can get behind that…probably far behind because I’m slow, I hate spilling my beer while running.

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Shannon @ Freshman Yr of Life on January 19, 2011 at 10:56 am said:

Just found you’re blog and you’re friggen hilarious. Thanks for being so honest and excuse me while I click on over to my reader.

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Scott on January 28, 2011 at 6:06 am said:

Your first picture–funny as hell! Your second picture–hot as hell! And greetings to a fellow Floridian!

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Stephanie @ Thorns Have Roses on March 17, 2011 at 2:40 pm said:

Eh. Drinking involves too many calories. I’ll partake in the Pompeiin festivities with you instead. Funniest blog I’ve come across yet.

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runshorts on March 20, 2011 at 6:23 pm said:

Your fame has travelled across borders – spotted this in a running store: https://www.shop.runningroom.com/product_info.php?cPath=81_83_24&language_id=1&products_id=5668

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- Marie on March 20, 2011 at 6:26 pm said:
  
  I feel like I should get a royalty or something.
  
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  - runshorts on March 20, 2011 at 9:38 pm said:
    
    At least a free t-shirt. $34.99 value.
  - Marie on March 21, 2011 at 8:30 am said:
    
    That would be exactly $34.99 more than I’ve ever made from blogging!
wutheringheights on April 17, 2011 at 9:18 am said:

You’re a twat.

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- Marie on April 17, 2011 at 9:23 am said:
  
  Thank you!
  
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John Lofranco on May 4, 2011 at 2:32 pm said:

Hi,

I’m writing an article for Canadian Running magazine about runners and blogs and I’d like to ask you some questions about it. Can you please send me an email?

Thanks.

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Tara on July 12, 2011 at 12:21 pm said:

I also take horrific running photos. It always looks like my face is melting off or I’m in excruciating pain.

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Emilia @ Run for Your Life on August 10, 2011 at 9:11 pm said:

Hi I’m new and love your blog so far. So many words taken right out of my mouth (errrrr, mind, because I’m too chicken to say/write them), like “walking doesn’t count” “RUNNING, not yoga, will make you a better runner.” ❤ ❤ ❤

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- Marie on August 11, 2011 at 2:18 am said:
  
  Everyone needs a healthy outlet for their frustrations. And also a bosom for a pillow. Evidently. XO
  
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Robin on August 12, 2011 at 11:05 pm said:

i am incredibly glad you requested to follow me because you are hilarious and, unlike so many bloggers, an actual human being who does normal things. thank you! the end.

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Brandy on September 22, 2011 at 11:45 pm said:

Hi there. Loving this blog. Thanks for making my newly found insomnia more bearable!

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- Marie on September 24, 2011 at 6:56 pm said:
  
  Hey, thanks! Sorry about the insomnia though. Hopefully there is a kind doctor with an itchy prescription writing hand in your near future.
  
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Jninesworld on June 14, 2012 at 8:38 am said:

Hi! I love your blog. I am not anywhere near an avid runner, but just started to get back into a fitness plan that involves some treadmill action. You’re blog is inspiring and hilarious. I am also a new mom and loved your rant on breastfeeding on a plane, you deserve a medal… and some singles.

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- Marie on June 16, 2012 at 5:59 pm said:
  
  Ha, thank you! And congrats on your new little one, and on that new mom fitness plan. It’s overrated. 😉
  
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Lo on June 17, 2012 at 9:41 pm said:

Just found your blog through some other ones I read – this is freaking hilarious. Thanks for the laughs!

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- Marie on June 18, 2012 at 10:27 am said:
  
  ::blushing:: Thank you! Aren’t you glad I didn’t decide to do something IMPORTANT with my writing degree??
  
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Ameena on February 3, 2013 at 11:01 pm said:

You blog name alone just had me on the floor laughing…love it. Love your humor!

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- Marie on February 4, 2013 at 9:08 am said:
  
  Hey, thanks! Tell the people who hand out the money to bloggers! JK BUT SERIOUSLY.
  
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Stroller Guy on February 14, 2013 at 10:47 pm said:

Hmmm… Beer and running… What’s not to love?

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LoriWildman on December 3, 2013 at 10:14 am said:

Just found your blog, as I work for Hendricks Regional Health and am researching linkbacks…you must have mentioned us in a blog. I’m so glad I found your site – you are hilarious!!!

I am not a runner, but I play one on TV. I signed up for two minis this year and bailed on both of them, but I did run two last year. Does that count? What if I promise to get back on the wagon and sign up for the Mini?

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- Marie on December 4, 2013 at 2:39 pm said:
  
  hey, a local! Good to hear from you. I have bailed on races too, no big deal! the mini has a great training program that helped keep me from bailing in the past, but I do love the smaller races too, shorter lines at the porta-potty! 🙂
  
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TinaFab on February 18, 2014 at 1:41 pm said:

Thank YOU. this is fabulous, dahhhhhling! I need to read MORE of this and way less of those pretending they love running every day, do crossfit, post thier redic WODs, eat only green shakes and super health food and PR every effing race, or whine about not having a BQ. I have sent your link to a few of my awesome friends and you will now have an plethora of Canadian readers (unless my so called pals ignore the text and emails, which they frequently do)

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Kristen on March 19, 2014 at 1:13 pm said:

I just found your blog, through Janeetha’s blog and I live in indianapolis (and am NOT a Hoosier either). I work at Brugge and am a big beer fan myself. (I also am a fitness instructor). Small world 🙂

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- Marie on March 19, 2014 at 1:59 pm said:
  
  Oh heeeeey, I love the Brugge. I think I’ve even blogged about it. I’ll have to come in for a beer once I pop this kid!
  
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nigga on March 27, 2014 at 3:43 am said:

you look like a troll

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Pageprod on May 25, 2014 at 10:03 am said:

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Thanks,

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Executive Producer

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952-210-7733

david@pageprod.com

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