Over the hump
I was catching my breath between intervals when a ghost from my past drove up on his bicycle. The last time we’d encountered each other on the trail I hadn’t recognized him – even after he told me his name. I remain embarrassed, after all of these … [Continue reading]
The race
The workshop titled "Empowering Yourself to Create New Possibilities" was a little strange. I little too touchy-feely for me. The most difficult part about it, though, was the constant references to "morning the loss" - of OUR JOBS. I did get … [Continue reading]
Holding on
It's Saturday, aka "rest day." For me, it means a day when I don't have to get out of bed. So it took me quite a while to do just that. I went about my blah day, feeling blah and resisting doing anything productive. While I accomplish nothing … [Continue reading]
Prayers and pennies
From the very first step, I knew that today's run would be challenging. I do like challenges, but there was nothing likable about this run. At least I had myPod along for entertainment. She sang in my ears and tried to distract me. Although I was … [Continue reading]