Category: Random Thoughts

Barkley Marathons 2025: Updates, Quotes, and Chaos

I timed my vacation/race-cation/staycation-at-parents just right — no work distractions while I follow the 2025 Barkley Marathons 🙂. Wasn’t sure it would work out, but it did. Also knocked out the LA Marathon last Sunday (read about that here: LA Marathon Reunion Run) as part of this time off. Back in Sept 2023, I visited



LA Marathon: Reunion Run and Mental Battle

I ran the LA Marathon again this year, for the 13th time, though not consecutively, and I might be done with LA for now. I finished, but it wasn’t pretty. Still, it was a worthwhile experience. I flew in Friday morning before the race and spent time with my big sis, who came from Atlanta.



2024 Year In Review

This year was my toughest yet for running.  I decided to get ankle surgery, to resolve the pain, but it set me back just as I hit age 50.  It tested my mental toughness, but I kept pushing forward.  Keeping a positive mindset made all the difference.  Here’s my non-workout year in review: Bought/moved to



Phase 3 – Rehab for the Foot

Last Wednesday, my doctor cleared me to start weight-bearing on my left foot. It was tough at first – I couldn’t stand on my own, so I got a cane to help me walk. Working from home this week, I used my scooter to get to the kitchen quickly during breaks between conference calls. But



That minor procedure to get to pain-free running

A couple of days ago, I had my surgery. The procedure itself felt short to me, but it actually took about two hours. The buildup to the day was the worst part—I couldn’t sleep or focus. We woke up early because I had to be there by 5:30 AM for preparations. I’m scared of needles,