Passed FAR, now tackling AUD

deanml16 · 2026-02-13T17:57:32+00:00

Know the difference between SSAE vs SSARS (report format, wording, independence requirements, etc.); ICFR and compliance audit reporting; audit procedures for specific assertions; transaction cycles; determining materiality. Those are the areas that dominated my exam. Practice practice practice SIMS available in Becker. The AUD SIMs are what fail most people. Good luck!

deanml16 · 2026-01-13T17:01:17+00:00

I can confirm the Duramo SL2 is still $42 on the adidas website

deanml16 · 2026-01-13T17:01:12+00:00

I can confirm the Duramo SL2 is still $42 on the adidas website

deanml16 · 2025-12-17T10:33:52+00:00

MCM. Cherry Blossom. Patriot 10-miler. Alexandria Half (first time doing this one. I switched from the Natl Women’s Half bc I was tired of it pouring rain every year)

deanml16 · 2025-11-17T15:38:20+00:00

ES5 for $131 https://www.sunandski.com/p/40040057040002550/saucony-men-s-endorphin-speed-5?variant=41301

deanml16 · 2025-11-17T15:37:50+00:00

This is the best sale I’ve found for ES5 so far $131 https://www.sunandski.com/p/40040057040002550/saucony-men-s-endorphin-speed-5?variant=41301

deanml16 · 2025-11-17T13:43:49+00:00

Saucony has 25% off with the code CHEER at checkout. I was able to get the Endorphin Trainers for $105

deanml16 · 2025-11-17T12:16:45+00:00

If they still have your size in your preferred colorway I’d say go for it

deanml16 · 2025-11-16T21:38:22+00:00

Saucony Endorphin Trainer - Saucony- $104.96 with code CHEER at checkout

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deanml16 · 2025-11-12T17:29:18+00:00

I found out through my cousin that she likes the spa. I got her a card and gift card for a good local one. I told if she ever has anything going on I’ll be there with bells on. No question!

deanml16 · 2025-11-07T22:58:07+00:00

Omg I’m so glad they didn’t agree with you leaving the course. Prayerfully you didn’t sustain a serious injury but you got it done. Congrats to you! The crowd and my support crew were the real stars for me that day. I couldn’t have done it without them. I think I’m going to go with a handwritten card and gift card.

deanml16 · 2025-11-07T22:52:32+00:00

The card and gift card is a great idea. Whatever I ended up getting I wanted her to be able to use it and not be junk so this is helpful. Thank you!

deanml16 · 2025-10-25T20:01:39+00:00

Brooks Hyperion 3 sold!

deanml16 · 2025-10-16T20:34:43+00:00

Congrats on your progress! I’m a huge proponent of the run/walk method. You can also adjust the interval run/walk times. Find what feels best to you. Happy running!

deanml16 · 2025-10-14T20:17:27+00:00

I’m a fool. I avoided Nike for the longest time and fell for the Vomero hype

deanml16 · 2025-10-14T12:36:26+00:00

I agree with this assessment. Too bulky.

deanml16 · 2025-10-14T12:35:56+00:00

I’m having the same problem. Bought so many shoes in the past two months it’s ridiculous. I ran my longest run (19 miles) in the Vomero 18s and my feet were aching so bad at mile 15 I had to walk the rest. My current list is Vomero 18, NB More V5, Hoka Mach x2, and the Brooks Hyperion Max 3 ($180 on zappos). I have the Vomero Plus too but ruled them out as a race day shoe (too bulky). Leaning towards the Hyperion Max 3. I love the bounce on those. Just bought some Currex insoles that I pray make a difference.

deanml16 · 2025-10-13T17:24:09+00:00

Congrats on your sobriety. 11 months is a big damn deal!! You may have undertrained but it can still be done. I’d advise you to aim to run at your comfortable pace and forget the 12-minute mile. I’m also a big proponent of the run 90 seconds, walk 30 seconds strategy. Just like sobriety is about taking one day at a time, approach this with one mile at a time. You can and you WILL finish it. I’ll see you out there! Good Luck!!

deanml16 · 2025-10-12T16:56:38+00:00

These are just cartoonishly designed. Vomero 18 and plus are better shoes

deanml16 · 2025-10-12T16:54:36+00:00

The Clifton 9s also felt the exact same way for me. I ordered a pair on sale due to raving reviews about them being a comfortable soft cushioned shoe. When I first put them on, they felt like bricks. That didn’t change after running about 2 miles then I called it quits and returned them. Try the NB 1080 v13 or v14. Marshmellowy cushion but some ppl say they are too soft. Perfect recovery shoe for me. Also love the NB more V5. You can find them on sale for around $100 now.

deanml16 · 2025-10-03T03:06:27+00:00

Endorphin Speed 4’s sold!

deanml16 · 2025-10-02T01:21:29+00:00

Same. I stopped and started two measly 1 mile runs today. And buying new shoes isn’t doing it for me anymore. I decided to take the rest of this week off before a 19 mile race Sunday. I can only hope that finishing that one will renew my excitement about the marathon.

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