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A touch of Fall...and other things.

This weekend...just after I got off the phone with my mom telling her I was going to stop spending money on unnecessary things and start actually saving money...I headed to Target. Because for about...

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WILW: On Perseverance.

Today I rushed home because I had a text from the lil bro letting me know there was a package at my door. I came home to one of the most perfect and most thoughtful gifts I have ever received:I...

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Run with perseverance the race set before us...

On Sunday I ran my 7th marathon...the Twin Cities Marathon. Appropriately referred to as "The Most Beautiful Urban Marathon in America." If you are looking to run a race that has loud, wild and crazy...

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WILW: Believing in myself.

Short and Sweet Today. Believing in Yourself. This week I learned that believing in yourself is not necessarily just a mental attitude...its something that can fill you up with warmth and peace. Its...

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How did YOU persevere?

In THIS POST I talked a lot about the unexpected importance and meaning I have discovered in the word "perseverance." It began as an important reminder in my running and has transformed into something...

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Marathon Maniac.

Every time I run a marathon...I fall more in love with the distance. I just love distance running. Without hesitation, when asked what my favorite type of run is, I always reply: the LONG RUN! Each...

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WILW: Gratitude. [and my puppy girls]

Do you ever stop, slow down for a second and  think to yourself...I am really just so grateful right now?I know. A random start to this post. But last night I was about to turn off the light to get to...

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Monday's Reflections on Perseverance

Another weekend full of perseverance for me and the puppy girls:)First. On Saturday I persevered through my speediest and best feeling 15 mile long run to date: Something about Fall weather running...

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"How I Became an Ultrarunner"

One thing my blog has led me to is the discovery of the genuine passion I have for writing. I truly enjoy sharing with others the lessons I have learned and experiences I have gained. I was very...

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WILW: Running Friends!

One thing I have definitely learned (obviously!) is how awesome, supportive and encouraging the running/blogging community is...through the low times and the best of times both seem to be communities...

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Reflections on Perseverance:)

Hey friends! Already Monday...How was your all's weekend!?! Hope it was awesome and there was lots of perseverance going on:)Last week I persevered through my first ever thunderstorm run:I woke up to a...

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Change is Okay.

First...many people commented on my post from yesterday saying they are currently persevering through Hurricane Sandy. So many thoughts and prayers sent your way dear friends...STAY SAFE!When I thought...

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WILW: Shadows.

I am still trying to decide if this will be the cheesiest post ever but perhaps bear with me and we will see where it goes;)I have always considered myself a morning person when it comes to exercise....

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Nebraska Trails are Legit!

One thing about moving to Minnesota that made me happiest was living closer to one of my best friends...my brother. We used to live 12+ hours away from each other and now we are about 6...this might as...

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[Belated]Reflections on Perseverance

Yesterday I had the day off from work so I already feel like I am one day behind on everything...but in the best possible way right!? Because we are already one day closer to Friday.Saturday brought...

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WILW: The Real Moment I Realized...Yes. Ultra.

Even though I write less often about the ultra...I reflect back on the experience often. The moments I find myself lost in a run are usually the moments I suddenly find myself lost deep in memories of...

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Reflections of Perseverance: Enjoying the Outdoors:)

This past weekend I was grateful for a few more days of warm weather, blue skies and sunshine. Both mornings I woke up and absolutely could not wait to get out my door.On Saturday I hit the roads for...

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The Unexpected Reminder.

I love Sundays. No expectations. No pressure. One thing I look forward to most is the weekly walk around the lake with my pups. No need to pick up the pace and no time constraints...can simply walk,...

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A Smile For Your Tuesday. :)

Dear Mom,All this abnormally warm December Weather...???Don't worry. We were the ones that prayed, crossed every finger and toe and wished upon several stars...just so we don't ever have to wear these...

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Happy 1st Birthday Zoey:)

On Saturday we celebrated Zoey girl's 1st birthday. I can't believe how quickly she has grown and how fast the year has gone by...lil Zo makes me laugh and smile every day. So grateful she was placed...

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WILW (a day?...months late): Gifts, Meaning, Self-Worth

Today I sat reading my latest book obsession...which is quite possibly becoming my favorite book of all time:Source.I usually sit there the entire time thinking yes, Yes, and YES...why don't I do more...

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When Miles Become Memories.

I have plenty of memories--pictures in my mind--of those great moments...the PRs, accomplishing a run I thought I couldn't, finishing a race in triumph, etc.But the memories and pictures that come to...

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Keep Running.

I am grateful running can be a constant in my life. Even through the not so great runs and the runs where I feel on top of the world...running is always there for me--like a friend waiting with open...

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Growth.

I am not normally one to stay down after tough races. Usually I get over it and think "I tried my best, there will be another one. I learned something. And will grow from here."I also often am afraid...

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Writing to find Peace and Running on Sacred Ground

Hello! My blog needs a lot of updating...and I need a lot of motivation to find time to keep it updated. I have experienced so many changes since last time I wrote...moving back to Utah, finding...

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