Saturday morning, I went on my first run with my ten-miler training group. I walked up to the track at 7:55am bundled up against the 27 degree weather and waited for instructions. I often think new things will be harder to do than they actually are. On Friday night I almost psyched myself out to … Continue reading The First Mile
I went on a run yesterday. I’ve always wanted to be a runner but have never been able to cultivate the strength and endurance and discipline to bring that dream to life. There are a few reasons for this. I’ve discovered some things about my body in the last few years. First, I have exercise … Continue reading How I Rediscovered A Practice That Helps Me Be Still & Know God
Today’s post is brought to by my “What’s Saving My Life” series because it is rainy and dreary and I’m still in recovery mode from a very full season. In times like this it is helpful for me to look up and around and notice the things that are bringing me joy and life, even … Continue reading A List of Life Savers
When I was little I would watch as my mom painstakingly painted her fingernails. I looked on in envy at the way she seemed to never get polish on her cuticles and the way the paint flowed out into a smooth, bright pop of color. I tried to copy her, choosing electric blue and lots … Continue reading Painted Nails & Kettlebells
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