This is not a joyful marathon recap

October 15, 2013.Reading time 17 minutes.

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I had visions of what this post might say when I shared my goal of running my first full marathon with you back in January. Would I be joyful and happy, still reeling from the runner’s high I got as I crossed the finish line? Or would I be able to write it at all, […]

Running on my nerves

October 3, 2013.Reading time 5 minutes.

bank of america chicago marathon countdown clock

I’ll keep this post short and sweet. I know I say that at the beginning of most of my posts and then ramble on and on and on but I’m going to really try to give it my all. Speaking of giving my all, my first full marathon is rapidly approaching. If you need me […]

My IT is BS

September 28, 2013.Reading time 10 minutes.

First and foremost let me apologize for freaking everyone out with my sappy blog post last week. It was not my intention to incite phone calls and well-being checks from family and friends, although I do appreciate the concern. I’ve always tried to be honest in this space and being honest meant telling you that […]