“What stands out to you?” That’s the question I ask my students after they read an article in class or we watch a video clip. I want their first impressions … Continue reading #52sparks: From Above
4 Walls
One of the many things I enjoy about spring is it means no more snow days. No more worrying out icy roads or getting stuck somewhere. No more being stuck … Continue reading 4 Walls
My Own Little Corner
“In the winter that seat is close enough to the radiator to remain warm, and yet not so close as to cause perspiration. In the summer it’s directly in the … Continue reading My Own Little Corner
#52sparks: Easter
I almost missed St. Patricks Day. I thought it was the same day as the Shamrock Run (last Sunday) and then the race was cancelled so I forgot about the … Continue reading #52sparks: Easter
Beauty Over Fear
It was announced last month that the university I work at will be closing this spring. For good. It was announced last week that the world we live in will … Continue reading Beauty Over Fear
#52sparks: Faceless Portrait
Run. Walk. Up. Down. Stumble. Sweat. Regret. Hold On. These and many more were the experiences of my 13 miles wandering Powell Butte two weeks ago. I should be spending … Continue reading #52sparks: Faceless Portrait
Over the Rainbow
At one point in the not too distant past, I had several part-time jobs that I juggled each week, including teaching, childcare, and a bookkeeping job for an accounting office. … Continue reading Over the Rainbow
Choosing the Hard Way
I write a column for the quarterly Oregon Road Runners Club magazine, and wanted to share about my last ultra…and why I’m trying again.
#52sparks: Framed
During church a couple of weeks ago, one of the songs included a lyric about “sweet brokenness.” And tears trickled down my face. I didn’t want to be broken again. … Continue reading #52sparks: Framed
#52sparks: Your Everyday
We all have third places. Those spaces that we spend most of our time after work and home. They are the locations that we find community, satisfy curiosity, or just … Continue reading #52sparks: Your Everyday
Starting Line Miracles 