Another year has begun and, with it, plans for more Spartan Races have been set. While last year, it was YaYa who sent me down the path of getting Spartan fit, this year the goal is to support my brother, Robert as he chases his 1st Spartan Trifecta. … [Continue reading]
con·sist·en·cy
A year ago, BoBo asked me to attend the Holiday Party/Awards Ceremony from his work in Reno, NV. That year, the invitation came too late for me to be able to pull off, so I deferred to the next year (a.k.a. January 2019). The 12 months between events … [Continue reading]
across the street and nextdoor
We used to have a neighbor (Mrs. Across theStreet) who seemed to call the cops at every observed deviation from her ideal. We joked that the police would take their time when being called to our street as they were called there for every little … [Continue reading]
Who goes with Fergus?
Who will go drive with Fergus now, And pierce the deep wood's woven shade, And dance upon the level shore? I am not a king, and our race was far from the deep woods of nature. Yet, I felt a bit like we “Fergus’” (the boys and I) were leading the … [Continue reading]
Stress and Amusement
This time of year is generally known as one of higher levels of stress. Personally, I think it’s ironic because our social media is filled with gift-wrapped gratitude and snow-covered family portraits. Yet we all know that these cold, dark, and rainy … [Continue reading]