Category Archives: Running

2 steps forward and 5 steps back

Posted on November 13, 2017 by my random musings

I have sat staring at my computer for days trying to write.  But days or even weeks seem to go by and words just fail me. Between being in an accident where my car was totaled and training and running … Continue reading →

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Sometimes saying no is ok

Posted on October 7, 2017 by my random musings

My friends or at least most of my friends always tell me I am very nice. Then again there are those who probably think I am not nice….those people better take a number and stand in line. I have time … Continue reading →

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Things end, but memories last forever

Posted on August 31, 2017 by my random musings

Four year ago today, I ran my first ever half marathon. I remember standing at the start line feeling anxious, questioning my ability to do it but yet telling myself I could do this. I turn and see him standing … Continue reading →

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I finally call myself a runner

Posted on August 29, 2017 by my random musings

I never called myself a runner, at least not until recently. Despite the fact that I run miles and miles and have run numerous half marathons and a marathon  and training to run the Marine Corps Marathon this year, I … Continue reading →

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PICKING UP THE PIECES ISN’T ALWAYS EASY

Posted on April 13, 2017 by my random musings

It has been a few weeks since I have been back in the US and I have to say adjusting to being back has been harder than I thought it would be. Maybe it is the fact that I am … Continue reading →

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Waiting

Posted on January 20, 2017 by my random musings

I put on my running shoes and head out for a long run. The sun is rising in the distance and the cows grazing as I keep going mile after mile. During my three-month temporary hiatus from reality, the only … Continue reading →

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I got 99 excuses, but I still continue to run

Posted on October 30, 2016 by my random musings

It’s Saturday afternoon and I could be exploring a new city, but instead I decided to go run a half marathon. I never thought I would be this person where I would be on vacation and that involves running 13.1 miles. … Continue reading →

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I need to believe

Posted on September 5, 2016 by my random musings

Three years ago today I ran my first ever half marathon and now in another a couple of hours I will run the same race again for the 4th time.  This race has a lot of memories for so many … Continue reading →

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Treading lightly on politics

Posted on February 12, 2016 by my random musings

The cold weather is not my favorite time for outdoor activity, so I finally decided to join a gym, so that my running/training is not haphazard and also mostly because I would like to lose a few pounds before my … Continue reading →

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Third time is not always a charm

Posted on February 5, 2016 by my random musings

It’s Friday evening and I should be out with some friends enjoying a glass of wine and unwinding from the long exhausting week. But here I am baking instead, because as usual I was overly ambitious. Typically during winter months, … Continue reading →

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