Sight. Smell. Sound. Taste. Touch. The five senses are all useful when you are on a run. Eyes need to be constantly looking around to watch for other people, for … Continue reading Choosing “bunny”
Finding Normal
It took me a few minutes to be sure. I had to think back through purchases, drives, and mentally picture myself walking through the doorway. Finally I was confident. For … Continue reading Finding Normal
Graduation Memories
I remember a lot about the week I graduated with my Ph.D., but I don’t actually remember the moment itself. My family spent a few days in advance at Disneyland, … Continue reading Graduation Memories
#52sparks: Red, White, and Blue
Webster’s Dictionary defines “patriotism” as: love for or devotion to one’s country. As the 4th of July draws near, it seems important to remember what this term really means. Thanks … Continue reading #52sparks: Red, White, and Blue
Home Safe
Last Friday I drove to Forest Grove for a coffee meeting. It is a pretty long drive from home so before heading back, I decided to wander Pacific University for … Continue reading Home Safe
#52sparks: Summertime
A friend of mine who teaches high school economics shared an idea with her students that continues to be in my head: We are living through a time that future … Continue reading #52sparks: Summertime
Privileged to Run
When I lace up my running shoes, there are only two things I fear: the ground and other people. By the ground, I mean uneven parts of the sidewalk where … Continue reading Privileged to Run
After the train hits…
My second marathon was the hardest race I ever did. I’d trained for months, only the have my butt kicked a few days before by bronchitis. With only a few … Continue reading After the train hits…
#52sparks: Fatherhood
I am blessed to know men who absolutely adore their children. Since my own father was absent almost all of my life, I turned to other figures to understand what … Continue reading #52sparks: Fatherhood
Make a wish…
When I was in middle school, a friend told me to hold my breath while going over a bridge. If you held on the entire time, then at the end … Continue reading Make a wish…
Starting Line Miracles 