Category Archives: community

Keep Calm – and look at a map

Apparently I’m a descendant of the Fugawi tribe.  You know – that famous nomadic tribe that wanders around and finds themselves constantly asking, “Where the Fugawi?”   A little known fact regarding my navigational deficiencies is that, in spite of … Continue reading

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Give a Little – Get a Lot

Do you like cool stuff?  Do like winning?  Read this post and see how you could become the proud owner of some cool stuff and have a feel good moment in the bargain! Giving is a theme in everyone’s lives … Continue reading

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Rumble Eve

It’s 7:00 PM the night before my big race and I’m ready to rumble.  Like everyone who endeavors  to traverse 140.6 miles all in a row broken up into a 2.4 miles swim, a 112 mile bike ride and a … Continue reading

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Hump Day Miscellany – Double Weekend Happiness

I’m only calling this Hump Day Miscellany because it’s Wednesday and that’s what Wednesdays are for.  I’m not doing miscellany, though – I’m giving you my 2 fabulous weekends (the last 2) in pictures because pictures are worth 1,000 words … Continue reading

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Monday Monday – It’s All About the Win/Win

I had such a fantastic weekend that I’m not sure I can convey its greatness.  I had the opportunity to do things that made me feel strong and capable and to see things I’d done make others feel strong and … Continue reading

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Monday Monday – Another Frabjous Weekend

Picture two women cruising the California coastline in a convertible with the top down on a beautiful sunny day having just had a stunning and exhilarating  trail run followed by an authentic and delicious lunch at a little Tacqueria.  And that … Continue reading

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Monday Monday – The Circle of Life

Happy New Year!  I’m still here and you’re still there and life goes on, changed very little by the actual date and yet – we all wake up January 1 filled to the brim with determination to make THIS year … Continue reading

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Monday Monday – Let the Rains Come and the Revelry Begin!

I had a lovely weekend.  On Saturday I went for a chilly bike ride with  the good doctor.  He is not really in riding shape so the way out was easy going.  The way back is usually really fast because it … Continue reading

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Monday Monday – Paying it Forward

Stronger has started another super secret fund. This one is genius – it’s GREAT! She wants people to toss $5 into the ring and then find out what it is for. It’s an act of faith and let me assure … Continue reading

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Monday Monday – It’s All About the Shirt

There are a couple of truisms when it comes to racing. Don’t go out too fast …. and It’s all about the shirt. This weekend’s 20 miler gave me an opportunity to be reminded of both – one in a … Continue reading

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