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Today is Greg’s birthday. In 2010, he & I ran Boston together. Our experience at that race was a complete celebration of love and running. This morning I wanted to say something thoughtful, to somehow acknowledge the sadness that all of us are feeling. But in the end, the only …
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I’m finding that I have writer’s block with race recaps. Two weekends ago I ran a 100 miler in Eastern Washington. Never have I had such an immediate and profound take away from a race. On the drive home I sat in awe of what had just happened and wished I …
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Home from Maui!  The first day of re-entry is always rough and this one is proving no exception. I spent the last week with my mom, sister, and 96 year old grandpa pretending that it’s normal to wake up, drink coffee, and eat a danish while watching the waves. Then …
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Gu heart

Remember the first time you said it to someone? I love you. The butterflies and perhaps a little anxiety regarding reciprocity? Remember the moment you told someone, actually said it out loud - I’m going to run a marathon.  Nervous that they might laugh or doubt your commitment? Which one was harder? Erma Bombeck …
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Jamey B-001

Last week I had an interview for a freelance copy writing position at a neighborhood news website. Trying to find work that a) keeps me flexible enough to build RPF, b) allows me to have a young child at home and c) continues to grow my professional skills is well, …
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DanceParty

Well, it’s New Years again. We’re setting goals of how many miles we want to run, how many lbs we want to lose, and what P.R.’s we want to set. Vowing to make kale smoothies and drink more water than red wine… I’m absolutely no different. After a few months …
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