A blog about mental health, self acceptance, and embracing all the magnificentally awkward moments along the way.
As I fumbled through the dark to the tent where race packets were being handed out, it struck me how woefully unprepared I was for the day. All around me runners were toting large, plastic tubs filled with supplies for the day: bagels, tortillas, extra gu, instant coffee, spare socks, backup shoes, shirts, bandannas, glide, … Continue reading My Ultra Marathon Christening: Icebox 480
Yesterday, I ran a marathon. Not just any marathon--a trail marathon along the north shore with an 11,000 foot net elevation change and a relatively high potential for falling off a cliff (or at least a REALLY big hill). Yesterday, I ran my heart out. I felt strong and confident. I ran with a hand … Continue reading The Story my Fear Tells
An Awkwardly Magnificent Life 