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Why I’m Not Afraid Of Ebola

There’s a lot of fear right now in Dallas (and other places in the country) about the Ebola virus. When thinking about scary thing, scripture helps immensely but so do pictures of puppies. This is mine. And for good reason! We seem to be getting conflicting signals and information: people are getting it that really […]

Running + Marathons

When You’ve Committed to a Race – And You’re Not Prepared

I feel like a bit of a fraud writing this post. You see, because I possess ZERO natural running talent, I have to train if I’m going to run a race. There’s just no two ways about it for me. So if I wasn’t able to train there would truly be only one choice: don’t […]

Running + Marathons

Disney World Marathon Training Week 5!

Week 5 just had to be better than week 4. I just knew it would be. I had to believe it would be. And . . . IT SO WAS!!!!! I just got home from my long run and (spoiler alert) it was unbelievably awesome. More on that in a minute. Here’s how the week […]

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Why I Love Criticism

I have not always been known to take feedback well. I’m hoping I’m not alone in this, but I truly don’t enjoy being told that anything I’ve done, ever, is anything less than perfect. I realize that’s unrealistic, and yet I continue to live life like this is the reality. When someone points out an […]

Running + Marathons

My Perfect Run Disney Race!!

Throughout this post, I’m sharing Run Disney photos from some of my favorite bloggers. They are all amazing and if you’re not reading their stuff, you SHOULD be! Thanks, Friends, for your gracious sharing of amazing images!! Hugs! So, a lot of us are training for big races. Some of us, races longer than anything […]

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Do you Need a Mulligan??

I’m not a golfer, but I do have lots of co-workers that golf, and in golf, my favorite element BY FAR is The Mulligan. Here’s the definition: An extra shot allowed after a poor shot, not counted on the score card. I actually need a couple of them from this last week.  I had some […]

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Sunday Morning

When I was a kid, my dad would always put worship music on first thing Sunday morning. Rather loudly, in fact. But it signified, to him and to all of us, that this was the day we were dedicating to the Lord. This is how I’m starting my Sunday. Our lives (ALL of our lives) […]

Running + Marathons

Marathon Training Update Week 4 – WHAT A MESS

So let me preface this entry by a slight disclaimer: I am not that good with the failure. Especially when it comes to running. Who am I kidding, I hate it all the time. I had an experience this morning that made me realize I might actually have a mental blind spot when it comes […]

Running + Marathons

Tips On Running the Disney World Wine and Dine Half Marathon!

Are you running this year’s Disney World Wine and Dine Half Marathon!!?? I hope you are! It’s my favorite Disney race and I’ve got a few tips on how to make the most of this very special and amazing experience! There were a few things I learned last year and a couple mistakes I made, and […]

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