Lately, it feels like my nervous system has been on overdrive. For years (quite literally), it feels like I've been in a constant state of fight-or-flight. It’s that low-grade, buzzing anxiety where your mind is always racing, your jaw is clenched, and you're always waiting for the other shoe to ...
Fight, Flight + Figuring It Out
Vienna Waits For You
So. This was... a week. The week, as a matter of fact. After all this time, my one and only kiddo graduated from high school (their song is Vienna, by Billy Joel). It hasn't entirely hit quite yet. I confess that I process emotions on a very delayed timeline, so I imagine it will be a random ...
Miles For The Mind: 5 Ways To Combine Running + Mental Health Awareness
We often talk about running purely in terms of physical metrics: paces, weekly mileage, and race splits. But anyone who has ever laced up their shoes to shake off a heavy day knows that the benefits of hitting the pavement go far deeper than cardiovascular health. Running is just as much an act of ...
Sharing the Road: How to Welcome Big Events Without Sidelining Locals
There is an undeniable buzz that comes when a city steps onto the global sports stage. For spectators, athletes, and organizers, hosting a major endurance event like an Ironman is a badge of honor. It brings tourism, economic prestige, and an electric atmosphere. But for the people who actually ...
Adventure Awaits
If you know anything about me, it's that I'm always down for an adventure. Maybe it's a little local activity that's out of the norm. Or it could be a big trip across the country that's just calling my name. Either way, I love getting out of my routine and finding new places to explore! Let's ...
On An Epic Adventure
Jenn! Where have you been? It's been AGES! All true. I've been absolutely drowning in a little something called Maycember, and I have no idea when things are going to ease. But in the meantime, we've had some get togthers with friends, some birthday celebrations, Mother's Day, and the last day of ...
