People often ask me why I love running. It isn’t a simple answer. There’s the sense of empowerment it brings – the way I feel after accomplishing something I once thought was impossible. There’s the personal strength I gain from overcoming adversity and being stronger than my desire to stop or quit. There’s the feeling of […] Read more
There is something indescribable about the western part of the United States. It’s as if an invisible magnetic force is consistently pulling me toward it with unruly strength. Being in the mountains inspires me in ways I can’t quite explain. Everything about it feels like a metaphor for life, and running through Mother Nature’s greatest […] Read more
This was supposed to be a very exciting week. After three positive pregnancy tests during mid-January, I was going to my first official doctor’s visit on Wednesday. My husband had cleared his calendar. We were whispering words of excitement. Although it was very early and we didn’t want to get ahead of ourselves, we couldn’t […] Read more
Last week, I was chatting with an acquaintance who told me he was intrigued by NBA players and the mental strength they needed to play the game. All I could think to myself as I smiled and nodded was … if you’re impressed by the mental training and strength of basketball players, wait until you […] Read more