Tag Archives: spirituality

That’s What Friends Are For

I did it! I AM A HALF-IRONMAN TRIATHLETE! And it was harder – oh, way harder – that I’d thought it was going to be. Here’s my big thanks to so many who helped me across the finish line – … cue the song, “that’s what friends are fooooor…” Steven: for cheering me on everyContinue reading “That’s What Friends Are For”

33+2=<3

33… 5 kidsa llllll their friends 21 or 18 or maybe just lots of cats 1 dog 2 hamsters 2 snakes – #eeeeeek! 2 bunnies Numerous vacations to Allegany State Park. Hundreds of trails hiked, diapers changed, boo-boos kissed, pets adopted-named-fed-buried-mourned. Many first days of school, break-ups, ensuing heartaches, bowls of ice cream, and tearyContinue reading “33+2=<3”

Holes

Friends, True story: Hubs and I have had the absolute blessing of being raised by five amazing souls. They’re all adults now and adore us, which we’re kinda in shock about since we didn’t get it all “perfect” — which goes to show you that forgiveness, compassion, and a sense of humor go a realContinue reading “Holes”

True Story

Confession: I am a work in progress… and I’m not where I wanna be but I am headed in the direction of “I remember Ima miracle!” and so today is a good day. True story: I was addicted to food. Now I am in a relationship with nutrients and flavors. I was addicted to exercise.Continue reading “True Story”

SHUT THE FRONT DOOR, JANET

Janet showed up again. Had my toes to the line at a 50K today and she just couldn’t keep it to herself… I heard her but didn’t give her any credit. “Oh, Janet.” Eye roll. Breathe. I have a voice in my head who shoots me down, tries to talk me into believing I’m inadequate.Continue reading “SHUT THE FRONT DOOR, JANET”

ANDREW

He is the firstborn of a firstborn of a firstborn. I remember my Dad saying, “Being the firstborn is tough, nobody gets that unless you’re “it”… you’re the icebreaker. Your parents are still trying to figure things out. And as the oldest, perhaps you feel a sense of nurturing duty that the youngers do not.”Continue reading “ANDREW”

The Hungry Caterpillar

So… you find yourself not quite “there” and you’re doubting… you’re doubting yourself, your destiny, your purpose, your whole damn existence. Maybe you feel like other people are doubting you too. But what if you’re not lost? What if you haven’t screwed it up beyond all recognition? What if you’re just a smooshy thing inContinue reading “The Hungry Caterpillar”

Lesson No. 7,358

Chewed up a trail run race today with Bestie. She kicked my hind end and encouraged me the whole way. Could I be more fortunate? I’m glad for her encouragement because the voices in my head were having a bit of a pow-wow. The loudest went something like this: “Who do I think I am?Continue reading “Lesson No. 7,358”