Runners are a funny lot. I’ve been told I’m “crazy” for running marathons so many times that I’ve lost count. Truth is, I thought people who ran marathons were crazy too – until I became a runner and completed my first 26.2. Then I became hooked on the challenge that a marathon presents. Last week,... Continue Reading →
Falling leaf season is upon us! Literally, everywhere. Leaves, leaves and more leaves. Especially when you live in (somewhat) rural New Jersey. This fall is especially poignant...I lost my Dad suddenly in March this year. And I am remembering him fondly as the leaves fall. Mum and Dad often drove their mammoth great RV out... Continue Reading →
I love those words! The promise of a new year, a rebirth of opportunity and a fresh start. Though it’s roughly two and half months till the “official” new year, today feels like a new year for me. 2016 has been horrible. To quote Queen Elizabeth II in 1992, an “annus horriblus.” This little video pretty... Continue Reading →
I’ve been receiving iron infusions for my iron deficiency anemia over the last 6 weeks. My hemoglobin and ferritin levels are coming back up and I’m feeling a little more energetic. As I got hooked up for yesterday’s infusion - my fourth - and settled in with my book, I thought how lucky I was... Continue Reading →
Giving up. Giving in. There’s a big difference. And Giving In is being fearless. Giving up means defeat. Giving in means accepting. I’m learning a big lesson about giving in. I’m tired. I’ve been tired for a long time. Not just “mom of three boys” tired. Not just “training for a marathon” tired. Completely exhausted. ... Continue Reading →
Today is primary day here in New Jersey. My polling place is about 3 miles away, depending on the route. It is a beautiful day, and I needed to run – what better way to exercise my right to vote than by running to the polls? Here I am doing two things that to most... Continue Reading →
13. For some, that’s an unlucky number. For me, that number represents revolution and evolution. This Sunday I’ll be running the New York City Half Marathon. 13.1 glorious miles through Central Park, Times Square and on down to Wall Street. When I was 39, if someone had told me that I’d be running Half... Continue Reading →
Are we ever where we thought we’d be at a certain point in time? 20 years ago, I never thought I’d be living in the US. 15 years ago, I never thought I’d be at home caring for my children and extended family for a decade and a half. 6 years ago, I never thought... Continue Reading →
When I first started running, I ran alone. I always ran alone. It wasn't really a choice - I didn't know any other runners. But in a way, it was a choice. With three young boys at home with me all day, I needed an escape. Some quiet time. Me, the road, and Eminem on... Continue Reading →
I’ve been a runner for 6 years. I donned my first pair of real kicks and hit the road when I turned 40 and have never looked back. Before that day when I first called myself a runner, it had never even crossed my mind that women had to fight to get the right to... Continue Reading →
