Ward from Atlanta tells of the trails he runs: This trail is part of the “Red Trail” at Clinton Nature Preserve. I love this trail because it reminds me a lot of life. Much of the trail is shaded and in the woods. This is when I get comfortable and can just enjoy the...
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I love the smell of homemade cookies as it lingers through the house long after the baking is done… …the scent of a man as he walks by wearing just the right amount of the perfect cologne …the warmth of a baby’s smile after she falls asleep in your arms …the feeling of contentment...
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It started out as a dreary run. Dark heavy clouds filled the sky, and the threat of rain loomed before me. And, it was cold. As I ran under the tree-covered sidewalk, the world got even murkier. Then I looked up and saw it – this gorgeous pink arm of flowers floating over a...
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I work in an environment that is often divided between east and west. At times, the east fights amongst itself. The west often does the same. But there are moments…glimpses in time…when the politics of persuasion are pushed aside for a greater good. * * * I haven’t raced since last summer. When I...
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Have you ever been so excited about something you can barely stand it? That’s how I feel about this site. In the upcoming days and weeks, you’ll see some significant changes to Loving The Run. I think you’ll like them, but please be patient as you see the improvements rolled out. Continue to pay attention. I have a...
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I refuse to believe that today is the woman I will be tomorrow. I refuse to believe that today’s definition “of me” won’t change, improve, grow and down the road, become a better definition of how I see myself. As a runner, there is a lot of potential to feel like a slacker. My...
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Dreams don’t always work out. That brilliant idea I had last spring (the one that had strong momentum from the beginning and was my ticket to getting on the Oprah show)? Well, I got busy, and the idea got pushed to the bottom of my priority list last summer. The flower garden I drew...
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Some days I feel lost. My mind races with unmade decisions and unchecked emotions. The light at the end of the tunnel flickers but is too dim to follow with any real sense of security. A run frequently helps focus my mind on the things of action. It is during the run that questions...
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