Running, Eating, & Other Things
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GET AWAY
Through the Wormhole I've described it as one of the most spiritual things I've ever done. The physicality of Running, the pouring out of all that is tangible - touched, seen, felt, heard - in other words exhaustion, brings me to a place of an open mind and spirit. It...
Sustenance:
Regarded as a Source of Strength; Nourishment He asked the group who had gathered to say their final good-byes to stand and share their stories and memories of her. It felt intrusive of me to speak, being mostly family attending. I simply made guest appearances in her...
Running’s like a box of chocolates …
You Never Know What You're Going To Get Or Who You're Going To See - I'm a curious runner. Things that I typically give little to no notice of become interesting on The Run. It always starts as a physical exercise but it never ends that way ... new construction,...
Get Comfortable With Being Uncomfortable
It's Hot!!! One of the first things, first change to my mindset, I had to incorporate when I started running was getting comfortable with being uncomfortable ... extreme heat, bitter cold, uphills/downhills and the unexpected rain shower versus a lovely light breeze....
AS IT WAS (Addendum)
My original train of thought on this quote has taken a new trajectory after last night and the attempted assassination of President Trump. A moment in time can change everything ... reflect, reinforce, inspire. A decision is here ... now ... for every person to stand...
AS IT WAS
You know it's not the same as it was (Harry Styles) One day flowing into another and another ... Movement is constantly happening. Growth is another story altogether. That only happens by being present, processing moments/experiences ... seeing them, embracing them...
WHAT IS WRONG WITH ME?
No Seriously, What The Hell Is Wrong With Me?! That list changes with the wind. It ebbs and flows in accordance with my moods and state of mind. Interestingly, how I think has a lot to do with meal time. Real food is a staple. It's calming and at the same time leads...
Perspective
courtesy of Alanis Morissette "I've got one hand in my pocket and the other one's giving a high five." Hope - Optimistic Expectation "I've got one hand in my pocket and the other one's flickin a cigarette." Letting Go - Being Present I've got one hand in my pocket and...
POSTURE
Sit Up Straight. Shoulders Back. Stand Tall. Mom was right! It does make a difference, not just in how it looks but in how it feels. The right posture is critical for distance running. I could run forever if my back/core were strong enough. It's not the legs that give...
The Sound of Silence
I can distinguish it now, his voice from all the others. As I step outside it's a high-pitched, quick, sharp "cheep". Birds don't tweet, interestingly enough, they cheep, or chup, or chipchipchip, the ones around here anyway. It's a distinct, noticeable sound in the...
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