Death it comes and it leaves a hole, and it takes it's toll on us. There are few experiences in life that hit like the death of a friend or loved one. It is finite, and that is hard to come to grips with. It is hard to see someone's face in your mind, yet … Continue reading Wake
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The Fortunate Ones
Once again, I learn from failure.
Healing in progress
Two weeks ago, I was about 6 miles into a 20 mile trail run; and I came across this sign: Healing in progress, stay on designated trails. Wow, did that statement ever hit home. I had been stressed out lately trying to balance life, while pushing towards goal completion. Work demanded a lot from me, … Continue reading Healing in progress
The Struggle is a Privilege
Have you ever found yourself impacted by a quote or statement? "I love a good quote." - Me I am constantly looking for tid bits of wisdom in blogs or books, or listening for them in conversations and presentations. Whether it's inspiration or insight, I find that words can have a great impact. I was … Continue reading The Struggle is a Privilege
Morning Sky
Have you ever watched the sun rise in a mountain town? It’s a pretty amazing sight, and somehow... it gets better each time. The sky begins to turn from black to midnight blue. Light appears like a torch over the eastern hills. The stars fade and make their final plea to be gazed upon, though … Continue reading Morning Sky
Fear “Less”
Self realization can be a bittersweet experience. On one hand, we find peace in a revelation of a purpose unveiled, or a new found perspective on life. On the other hand; we can be met with sadness or pain at the realization of a character flaw, opportunities missed, or various forms of regret. In my … Continue reading Fear “Less”
Of Death and Life
"The life of the dead is placed in the memory of the living." - Marcus Tullius Cicero I was listening to some Harry Belafonte the other day, and he has song about an ugly dad whose kids are ashamed of him because he is ugly (Mamma Look a Boo Boo); I started laughing, because it is … Continue reading Of Death and Life
The Life we Live
"If you look at what you have in life, you’ll always have more. If you look at what you don’t have in life, you’ll never have enough." —Oprah Winfrey I stumbled across this quote while searching for inspiration one morning. They are simple words put into a simple phrase, yet they hold a deep wisdom. … Continue reading The Life we Live
Awake
"I am awake.....and it's 3:00 am." That is what I said to myself as I sat in the living room this morning. I actually woke up at 1:00 AM, and just couldn't fall back asleep. There are a few reasons I couldn't sleep; an active train of thought, sore muscles, (potty break?), or maybe I … Continue reading Awake
Good Things
I have heard it said that "you can never have too much of a good thing", and I believed that for a time. What I have found during the last year though is quite a different train of thought. I discovered that too much good food can make me feel sick, and potentially pack on … Continue reading Good Things
The Story We Write 