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How I Turned My Frustration Into Fuel For Fighting A Mystery Illness

Thanks to this incredibly annoying “mystery illness” I was extremely frustrated and annoyed last week.  For a few days I felt a subtle ache deep within my chest while the rest of my body didn’t seem quite right (something I… Continue Reading →

What A Summer Tour Taught Me About Listening And Love

Doesn’t it drive you crazy when you’re talking to someone and you know they’re not fully listening to you? You know the type, someone who is completely distracted by everything around them, constantly glancing at their phone, obviously biting their… Continue Reading →

Lessons From My Summer On The Road

I never would have imagined that driving over 7000 miles with my husband, dog, and three teenagers (OK, two of them JUST turned 20 so they’re still teenagers to me) for six and a half weeks that spanned 15 different… Continue Reading →

Lessons From My Year Of Uncertainty

Don’t judge me for admitting this, but this week I was expecting my doctor to call me to confirm a lupus diagnosis and when he didn’t, I was actually disappointed. I really wanted a specific name for what’s been ailing… Continue Reading →

When I Turned Off The Music, Something Amazing Happened

I live for music. To say my life revolves around it would be an understatement. Due to my kids being in a successful touring band that has been a family project since they were 10 years old, I am completely… Continue Reading →

How Running Helps Me Manage My Mental Health

What a thrill it was to hit my highest mileage week in months! It was a week defined by new strength and focus. I was stoked to have run a sub eight minute mile, essentially cutting my time in half… Continue Reading →

How To Be Your Own Best Advocate

One of the most valuable lessons I’ve learned this past year during my battle with long Covid and pericarditis is if we want to get answers in the healthcare system, we have to be our own best advocate. It’s nearly… Continue Reading →

Dogs & Drivers: A Runner’s Worst Nightmare

Today’s post is a public service announcement from your pissed off, friendly neighborhood runner! It’s really quite simple… Keep your dogs on a leash or behind a fence! Keep your eyes off your phone and on the road! There! I… Continue Reading →

Lessons From 100 Days Of Yoga

Consistency has never been one of my strengths. My approach to life is usually “all or nothing” (which I know is not a good approach – but hey, I’m being honest), so it’s very easy for a few days off,… Continue Reading →

How Running Rescued Me From Negative Thoughts

Running is such a powerful tool for transforming our thoughts. Today’s run was a perfect example.  I had just left my rheumatologist’s office feeling pissed and frustrated, fighting back tears because I had just learned I needed to start another… Continue Reading →

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