Welcome to my little piece of the electronic world on Word Press.
The purpose of this blog is to honor my late Mother Karen Ellen Dennis Mastromonico. The name 11315miles represents how many days she lived. She passed away from complications of colitis when she was 31 years old. Leaving behind a husband (31), me (8) and my brother (3). This blog came about because in my 40s I decided to start running for my health and was looking at a way to honor her spirit and in essence healing that loss in me. One mile for every day of life.
Although, the beginning stages this blog was clearly about running, I have also added cycling to my mileage quest. I am in my 7th year of acquiring miles on my own, participating in events and sharing my experiences along the way. I had no idea how much writing this blog would change who I was as a person and woman dealing with this type of loss early in life. I’m not unique, there are many out there like me, suffering this loss.
I hope you enjoy it and would love to hear your comments.
Happy Miles to You:)
Laurel
11315 Miles 
Hey Kara,
thanks for stopping by my blog. Keep running, girl!
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Thanks for checking out my blog and what a wonderful idea for a goal I really look forward to following you on this journey 🙂
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Congrats on your running journey. I admire runners and their dedication. Cheers.
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Thank you!! It’s liberating.
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Hello ladies! I’ve awarded you the Liebster Award for having such a great blog! Check out my post to learn more http://wp.me/p3dkwX-16k
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Thank you so much! This is fantastic.
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A blog named in honor of your mother. I’m sure she would be pleased. Thanks for the follow.
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Thank you!
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Good for you and all that running. I don’t know if I could do it.
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I figure I can complete it in at least five years. Some days are better than others.
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I really enjoy reading your blog! I have nominated you for the Shine on award http://runningtoherdreams.com/2013/08/31/shine-on-award/ happy blogging! 🙂
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Thank you! You are soo sweet. I hope you continue to enjoy.
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You are very welcome and I am sure I will! 🙂
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I absolutely love the reason behind the name of your blog.
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Thank you so much.
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I quit smoking a year ago January. I hadn’t run in over 20 years. In July of 2013 I joined the gym and worked my way from a 19 minute walking mile to a 10:30 jogging mile. Running is so amazing. Here’s to your journey Laurel!
#BelieveInYourslef
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Thank you and congratulations for quitting smoking ~ you’re free.
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Laurel, I really enjoy your blog and the meaning behind it. It’s a wonderful tribute to your mother and helps you keep your own life in perspective. I am pleased to see you have a new bike. I cannot run any more but enjoy cycling a lot. It is easier on the knees and, quite frankly, more fun. Keep at it.
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Thank you for the kind comment. I’m loving my bike and my knees love it too!
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Love this!
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Thank you!
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Thanks for following my blog Laurel! Good luck with the running!
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Thank you so very much!!
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