The Road to Sparta

My friends and family know that Dean Karnazes’ first book, Ultramarathon Man, spurred my interest, and eventual love, for running … More

Boston…for love of the Marathon

“A marathoner is not just something you are, but someone you’ve become.” Dean “Karno” Karnazes The year 2010 was the … More

Through Cold, Sleet and Gale Winds I go…

– coming out on the other side of the Shamrock Marathon with an unexpected personal best (PB) and Boston Qualifier … More

Thank you, Sir. May I Have Another?

If anyone has ever seen the 1978 movie, Animal House, they will remember the scene with Kevin Bacon during Omega … More

The Freedom of Running

With 2016 drawing to a close, I planned to write a year in review where I would wax poetic about … More

Myth Busting: I Eat What I Want

Or do I? The Holiday Season is upon us (YAY!) and food, drink and sweets are plentiful (YAY and EEK!).  It … More

Western States 100 Lottery…EEEEK!

The eagle has no fear of adversity.  We need to be like the eagle and have a fearless spirit of … More

That Was Hard!!!!

Chicago Marathon Race Report: I raced myself at Chicago and it was HARD! This is a couple weeks late!!! SORRY! … More

A Woman’s Work…and Life

As I have said in the past, long runs often prove to be a time of reflection for me. I … More

Quicksand in the Midst of Transition

Do not follow where the path may lead.  Go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.” – … More