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Are You Just Existing, Or Are You Fully Alive?

Lying still on an operating table as the largest needle in the history of the world penetrated my chest in order to drain the fluid that was slowly squeezing my heart to death, shook me to my core.  I silently… Continue Reading →

Recap Of My 55K Run — I Can’t Believe I Did It!

We did it! I’m so proud and happy that the goal I’ve been dreaming about for the last five years has finally been realized. The weather was basically perfect in the 60s and cloudy for most of it, before the… Continue Reading →

Less Than a Week Until 55K – Am I Freaking Out?

Less than a week until I try to conquer 55 km in celebration of my 55th birthday. Not gonna lie, I’m freaking out just a little on the inside. I’m trying to remain all calm , cool and collected, but… Continue Reading →

Overcoming Fear Helped Me Overcome My Pain

My eyes slowly open, and within a matter of seconds, I’m overwhelmed by the swarm of butterflies that have taken over my stomach. They trigger an alarm that sends warning signals throughout my body. Before long, an unhinged train of… Continue Reading →

On The Road To Wellness There Are No Shortcuts

Do you ever get frustrated because life is like a rollercoaster? Do you ever get annoyed, perhaps even at God, because He won’t snap His fingers and vaporize all the obstacles in your life? Are you like me and often… Continue Reading →

Do You Embrace Aging Or Do You Dread It?

How do you feel about getting older? What terms or phrases come to mind when you think about someone in their 50s? Golden years? Riding into the sunset? Old age? Senior citizens? Do you envision someone who is slowing down,… Continue Reading →

How Do You View Your Body When It’s Sick?

Why is my body rebelling against me? This frustrating thought frequents my mind – especially throughout these past two years as if somehow, my lupus symptoms were my body’s way of saying “screw you“ while purposely spiting me with illness…. Continue Reading →

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 →

The Key To Motivation And Getting Started

A big misconception is that you need to be motivated to get rolling. You don’t. Research shows that motivation follows action, not the other way around. You don’t need to feel good to get going, you need to get going… Continue Reading →

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