I am no damsel in distress. I’m not even a lady in a dress. #SorryNotSorry about that word play attempt. While I am an amazing independent woman…I am also a … Continue reading Damsel in Distress
Category: Strength
When to Quit
“Stepping off the wagon” That’s the phrase I came up with for when I wanted to indulge in all the treats and snacks without worrying about the scale for a … Continue reading When to Quit
Remind Me
Last week I watched several Disney Channel Movies as a bit of comfort food compared to all the election news. One of the selections was a live-action version of Kim … Continue reading Remind Me
Relentless
Every few months, Julie Nolke creates a video Explaining the Pandemic to my Past Self. The conversations highlight how strange this year has been and how explaining it to someone … Continue reading Relentless
#52sparks: Pumpkins
For about six months, I had the joy of being many for a funny, sweet, adorable girl that I called Little Bird. I would get there in the morning during … Continue reading #52sparks: Pumpkins
Bloomsday 2003
My undergraduate college, Whitworth, had an amazing workout facility. It was completed during my sophomore year. Bright and shiny machines filled the room. Mirrors lined the walls and multiple televisions … Continue reading Bloomsday 2003
Silver Linings
Visiting the Oregon Zoo during COVID-19 meant different restrictions and requirements than any of my previous visits. Masks were required in some places, and expected everywhere. Stickers marked the one-way … Continue reading Silver Linings
Starting Line Miracles
The great irony of this post is how long I stared at the white screen before I started writing. It really is hard to start something new. Even little things … Continue reading Starting Line Miracles
Wanna be a RAT?
When I signed up for The Great Virtual Race Across Tennessee, there was a very real possibility I would not finish. The event required participants to complete 1000K (approximately 635 … Continue reading Wanna be a RAT?
Add Joy
I fell during a 10-mile run two weeks ago. It wasn’t the first time I’d fallen over a curb, and probably won’t be the last. I scraped up several limbs … Continue reading Add Joy
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