Tag perimenopause
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 →
I’ve been on a long journey through what often felt like the wilderness — pericarditis, mystery illness, endless doctors with no answers, years of depression etc. — and even though it is minor compared to the 40 years of wandering by the Israelites, it still felt monumental at times. And now here I stand on the banks of what could potentially be my promised land ready to take one final leap of faith to enter. I keep saying it — my next chapter is awaiting. That sounds so exciting, so why am I freaking out?
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
Every year, a memory pops up with a picture from the first 10K that I ever ran with my dad. The heat of the day and exhaustion from pushing myself is evident from the grimace on my face, but I… Continue Reading →
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 →
After crossing the finish line of the Two Rivers Half Marathon last weekend, I was thrilled about my time, but more excited to ask my dad about my son, Bryce. I was certain he had won the race so I… Continue Reading →
Don’t you love it when you’re hit over the head by reminders of how your body is aging and changing? Like the engine light that suddenly comes on, followed by every other warning light on the dashboard. Do you just… Continue Reading →