So here I sit on a Saturday night following daylight savings and looking forward to the upcoming season of spring and the journeys ahead! I have decided to create this blog, somewhat cautiously because I don't want to be perceived as self serving, but at the same time wish to capture the passage I am on with my running and self exploration.
I guess whether it is read by others or not it is an envelope to protect my thoughts and direction as I explore both my fitness and travels on foot as I better acquaint myself with me. Running has awakened my ability to connect with who I really am and who I am supposed to be. I have always said running allows me to actively meditate and for someone who can't sit still amongst others this is my way to recharge and get back to basics.
Why now? I have taken a huge leap of faith in my ability to conquer my beasts as I am currently underway towards training for an Epic Race of a life time. June 26-27 I will be running the oldest and most prestigious Ultra Trail Race - the Western States 100 Miler. Wow, just typing that gives me chills and episodes of anxiety! Less than four years ago I struggled to complete my 3rd marathon in under 5 hours and now nearly four years later I have qualified for Boston with a 3:17 marathon, run 9 marathons, numerous halfs and several Ultra events.
My hope here is to be able to share my travels with my loved ones, any other interested parties and most importantly give a glimpse to my little girls what it is that Daddy really does when he takes hours out of the week to head onto the trails.
I hope to keep this going, both running and writing about it, so that I can better move towards growth and giving to all those that I cross.
Thanks for reading!
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