Archive for July, 2011

I have always been selfish when it comes to running. When I run, I think. I ponder big things. I contemplate great risk. I brainstorm. I develop action steps. I solve the world’s problems…and I resolve to remember to try baking soda on the yogurt stain on the couch when I get home. I...
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*** I ran the Napa-to-Sonoma half marathon last Sunday and dedicate this post to all the men and women who didn’t think they could finish the race…but did. *** Dear Runner, You weren’t the fastest, but I found myself inspired by you more than those who crossed the finish line before me. I had...
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There is a lot of hurt in the world. It’s more than heartache or “bad days.” It is the “life and death” scenarios that I’m talking about. Young women are being raped in Africa. Children are literally dying from starvation in the Philippines. Men and women around the world are suffering through incurable diseases. It pulls...
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Eight years ago Friday, I took possession of the most important title ever bestowed upon a woman – I became a mom. I was 24 years old (go ahead…do the math). ‘Loving The Run’ isn’t the place to affirm my unconditional love for this firstborn of mine. You don’t want to hear how amazing my...
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Last week I informally started a “Good Business” series by providing information on the new Dailymile PRO offering. Business has always been an interest of mine although I’m happy to say it is trumped by running and biking. But I can’t deny the interest, and I’ve been noticing some really great businesses using social...
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It is on the trail that life makes sense to me. The cadence of my feet on the dirt…dancing over roots…jumping from rock to rock…the steep climbs…the single track path. I feel alive and whole in this place; away from concrete walkways, street lights and perfectly manicured lawns. Out on the trail, I push...
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