I have a toddler, and I would love for her to love running. I would love for her to follow in my figurative and literal footsteps. But I would also like her to dance. And sing. And twirl the baton. I would like her to run for office, and change the world. I would like… Continue reading Imagine That… Me as a Runner
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Resignation Reflection; Running without Regrets
I’ve recently been released from a toxic relationship. No, hubby and I are doing great. It’s not that type of relationship. I resigned from the advertising and marketing position in a local running club after coming to terms with the fact that my goals did not align with the direction the club was headed. (Ok,… Continue reading Resignation Reflection; Running without Regrets
Pushing Through at the Zoo
We knew when Gingie was born that it would be difficult at times. We knew she would be prone to sickness, and we knew there were days when she wouldn’t be able to play. Thankfully, she isn’t nearly as autoimmune as we were led to believe. But she is still a toddler, and she has… Continue reading Pushing Through at the Zoo
Hoppy Easter
Growing up, Easter was always one of my favorite holidays. I actually got very depressed during college when I couldn’t come home for Easter during term. And I was incredibly discouraged when J didn’t support my desire to hide eggs for Gingie’s first Easter. No, she couldn’t walk. But no, I didn’t care.
Smiling’ at the Normalize Breastfeeding Project
I began my breastfeeding journey when Gingie was 4 days old, and she hasn’t stopped since. Literally. A lot of our success was luck, frankly. But a lot of the success was also from the great support network gained through the Whole Mothering Center. Each year the Whole Mothering Center of Southeast Texas holds the… Continue reading Smiling’ at the Normalize Breastfeeding Project