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Learning To Embrace The Magic Of Ordinary Moments This Christmas

Don’t you love it when you read something that really penetrates your heart, subsequently triggering a wave of thoughts and revelations about your life that you never contemplated before? While reading an essay from a Christmas Bible study by Hannah… Continue Reading →

My Thanksgiving Run – What An Injury Taught Me About Gratitude And Motivation

For as long as I can remember, I’ve always made it a point to go for a long run on Thanksgiving morning. Hitting the pavement nice and early wakes me up and mentally prepares me for a day that revolves… Continue Reading →

My Latest Cardiologist Appointment

Did I actually just leave a doctor’s appointment smiling? Yes! Finally! It feels great to walk out without feeling stupid, frustrated or angry. There’ve been plenty of those negative moments over the past two years so naturally I’ve gotten in… Continue Reading →

Meet The Amazing People We Met On Tour

Despite the sweltering 100+ degrees, our time in Texas and Arkansas renewed our spirits thanks to the extraordinary people we were blessed to hang out with. It’s such an incredible experience to be around such kind, selfless, loving and giving… Continue Reading →

Learning A Valuable Lesson At A Music Festival

Festival season is upon us and it’s unquestionably my favorite time of year. To kick things off, this past weekend we drove 13 hours to Indiana for the boys to play the Kingdom Come Festival in Greentown for the second… Continue Reading →

How A Horrible Run Taught Me A Valuable Lesson

Last week was a terrible week for running. Every morning my entire body hurt, so it took me forever to get going. My muscles and  joints ached. It seemed as if every inch of my body was stiff and sore…. Continue Reading →

How Struggle Sparked A New Appreciation For Running

Do you ever find yourself longing to be young again, running around effortlessly with boundless energy, except this time around with an acute awareness and appreciation for the gift you’ve been given?  When I was a kid, I was very… Continue Reading →

Here’s To 2022: Year Of The Roller Coaster

Ask my family what I think of roller coasters and they’ll quickly tell you that I’d be content to never step foot on one again. My last experience resulted in me laying on a bench in the amusement park trying… Continue Reading →

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