There are a lot of things about getting older that hit you right between the eyes. Like a hammer. Fifty is the turning point. People can say what they want about forty, but it’s pretty much an awesome decade. In retrospect, anyway. Why don’t older people, those who have been through it all, tell us […]
Top of the Local News: OUR Anniversary!
It’s Our Anniversary! I originally wrote this 10 years ago! Today is our 25th anniversary but most of what’s here still applies. I did not run the Tram Road Challenge this year (and Alan didn’t announce it) but everything else still stands. Fifteen years ago today, my husband Alan and I woke up at about […]
My Mohs Skin Cancer Surgery
If you follow me on Instagram, you may be aware that I recently underwent Mohs surgery. What does this have to do with running? Since the purpose of Mohs surgery is to remove skin cancer and most runners spend a lot of time in the sun, they are definitely related. What is Mohs Skin Cancer […]
Running with Friends and Other Fit Friday Coffee Chat
It’s the first Friday of March and I’m ready for some coffee chat, how about you? I’m linking up with Deborah and Coco for the Ultimate Coffee Date! Let’s talk about running with friends, ducks, and more! Running with Friends and More! Let’s have coffee! I really can’t believe that it’s March already! I know for those of […]
Let’s Have Coffee and Chat
It’s been almost a year since I’ve sat down with a friend and chatted over coffee. It’s actually been almost a year since I’ve sat down with a friend! That’s why I finally decided to link up with Deborah and Coco for the Ultimate Coffee Date! I’m also linking up with Darlene, Michelle, Renee, Jenn, and Zenaida for Fit […]
5 Things I’ve Learned About Aging Gracefully from my Older Dog
My beautiful Dalmatian, Penny, who was my running partner for many years, passed away several years ago at the age of 14. I wrote this post about seven years ago because, while it saddened me to see her slowing down, I was at the same time inspired by how she approached aging without all the […]
