A peek at the "You Are the Change" sections When people hear I'm writing a book about my life, they usually assume it's a memoir. It is, partly. But the most important part of every chapter isn't my story. It's the section at the end, called You Are the Change. That's where the book turns … Continue reading Why Every Chapter of My Book Ends With You
2+ Years of Sobriety
The last time I had a drink of alcohol was over two years ago, and it's been helping to create one of the best chapters in my adult life. To be clear-minded all of the time and have awareness of all of the things both around me and within me is a gift. To have … Continue reading 2+ Years of Sobriety
Being Aware of Fear, not Controlled by It.
I thought to share this journal entry with you all from the past 36 hours for some inspiration of thought. I went in to have an enhancement done on my eyes, a LASIK procedure, which I once had about 10 years ago. I was excited for the opportunity to resharpen my vision and at the … Continue reading Being Aware of Fear, not Controlled by It.
“It’s a Thing”
"It's a thing," I wound up telling someone the other day before the marathon about how this was #11. I feel like having gotten to my tenth last year made a mark within my soul - a question mark - to keep going, or not? My soul said yes. I truly enjoy the training - … Continue reading “It’s a Thing”
Countdown to the Richmond Marathon
What a successful training week last week was! Two 12-mile tempo runs and a 24-mile long run. And two strength training sessions mixed in, which I have not neglected my legs in this season! My legs were tired by the time the long run on Saturday came around. Phew! That’s one of the things I … Continue reading Countdown to the Richmond Marathon
Marathon #10!
I have immeasurable gratitude for the marathon, particularly the Richmond Marathon. It conditions my soul in a way that I haven't experienced elsewise. It's a strengthening and a softening at the same time. It breaks me down and yet enlightens me. It's always a wild ride. Mile 9 can feel like easy running on a … Continue reading Marathon #10!
No More Pork n Beans
Little me! What is your very first memory? Does it mean anything to you? If so, what? Have you gleaned any basic life lessons from it or was it just an occurrence, a memory to simply mark the beginning of your memories? I can take myself back to when I was 4 years old. I … Continue reading No More Pork n Beans
Food Substitutions that Satisfy
If you've ever had a hard time saying "no" to that less-than-optimally nutritionally sound food (pasta, cookies, and other savory and/or baked goods), you might be pleasantly surprised to learn of the equally tasty but definitely healthier options available to us today. "Healthy" eating doesn't mean that you must only eat naked grilled chicken breast and … Continue reading Food Substitutions that Satisfy
Eat these Foods for Energy
Do you find yourself getting tired at certain times of the day, or have you been sensing a blanket of fatigue about you in general? You probably know that certain foods have the ability to cause fatigue. Sugar and caffeine can give you a quick rush, but are often followed by a hard crash. Did … Continue reading Eat these Foods for Energy
Fear, or Love?
Action that stems from the motivator of fear does not have the ability to produce true, lasting continuance of those actions. Only action stemming from love has the power to last, built on a rock indestructible from storms and floods. If an individual is training for a marathon or beginning an exercise routine for the … Continue reading Fear, or Love?
