Pain is an inevitable truth of living on this planet.  Grief is a necessary part of that equation. We will all experience situations, events, and seasons when something or someone will need be grieved.  This was the topic we focused…

I’ve been sick for the last two weeks – the longest chunk of time since the race. I don’t really handle sickness very well.  What I mean by that is I don’t like to give myself the time I need…

This week I was asked to make a picture blog of things that describe me – who I am and what my likes and dislikes are. Here it is! I hope you enjoy getting a glimpse into the life of…

Most nights I go for a walk in the neighborhood by myself. To the end of the street and back is exactly one mile. And every night this week I have been startled by my shadow. Headphones in or out,…

“We speak in hushed voices so as not to wake our memories.”   The room that we entered was full of small plastic domes with blue lights glowing softly in most of them. At first I didn’t know what I…

I’ve been in Gainesville for about two weeks now, and it’s been really good. Most of the people I’m surrounded by are also world race alumni and staff. That, in addition to being back in this community and environment, has…

“Faith is the audacity to believe that God’s promises apply to us.” -Angie Smith    I believe that God has a plan for my life. That since childhood He has been shaping and forming me into the person that I am…

Last week I was sent into the woods of Georgia. Myself, my big heavy pack, and seven other people were dropped off on the border of South Carolina to hike ten miles into the wilderness for a total of four…

Most days I check my personal bank account balance. I like to visit the little money I have in there. Just check on it really. See how it’s doing. See if any pennies of interest may have come in. It’s…