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Surviving A Chaotic Summer

Summer is my favorite time of year. I yearn for it all winter and choke back nostalgic tears when it’s over. No other time of year is brimming with as much adventure, family fun, and hours upon hours of exposure… 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 →

Final Thoughts Before My 55K Run

Prior to sharing my fundraiser link on social media, I received $300 in donations thanks to a friend who had privately shared the link. That was the first moment that got me pumped up to run because I realized people… Continue Reading →

Thoughts About Running 55K In Three Weeks

Am I seriously going to run 55K (34.1 miles) in three weeks? To say that I’ve been battling doubts lately would be an understatement. Although, I think it’s a pretty safe bet that no matter how many miles I log… Continue Reading →

My Mountain Bike Adventure – What It Taught Me About Life’s Challenges

I LOVE mountain biking. There’s no better way to spend time together as a family than discovering all kinds of crazy terrain in stunning settings such as our favorites— the mountains of Colorado and the desert of the mountain biking… 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 →

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