Running Seems Simple… In Theory

You know you suck at running when the people you care about encourage you with phrases like these: "Hey, it's a really big deal just to finish!" "Think about how far you've come. You used to have to stop just to breathe on this hill. Don't feel bad about walking." "It's better to go slow, than to not go." ... More

She Gave Me Faith

April 28, 2012 I ran a full marathon in Nashville, Tenn.  I ran this marathon with a lack of training and I had no real conviction going into it.  My nerves were running full steam ahead, and I felt horrible.  Prior to the race starting, I was seriously second guessing myself.  I knew that I hadn't properly ... More

Some Days…..

The 3rd Annual Honor Scroll Run.... I’ve been struggling to find the words to properly describe the events of that day. I still don’t quite have the words but I will give it a shot here. Some days are harder than others. Some days are more challenging than others. Some days ask more from us than we want to give. ... More

Kate’s Story

Sometimes fundraising can be mentally draining and I question whether or not it matters. Then I get an email like this. Thanks Kate. You are an inspiration.-----Original message-----From: Kate Themel To: [email protected]: Fri, Apr 6, 2012 19:37:51 GMT+00:00Subject: Honor ScrollHi David,I ... More

Pass It On

At 9 a.m. Saturday, April 21, I'll line up with several dozen runners and walkers at our local Relay For Life 5K. It's a yearly tradition each spring to raise money for the American Cancer Society. It costs $20 to enter. Competitors get a T-shirt, the good feeling that comes with outdoor exercise and the satisfac... More

I’m Addicted and I Know It….

“Do you need an intervention?”  That’s what one of my friends asked me when I began complaining about not being able to run due to soreness and possible injury. After having stopped running for a single day, following a 30+ mile week, the thought of not being able to run for even one day filled ... More

3rd Annual Honor Scroll

At the finish line in 2010April 2010. This is when it started. I was struggling to understand how cancer has suddenly and silently slipped into my life. This disease that affected "other" people had decided to attack BOTH of my parents in the few months prior. It was difficult for me to comprehend that something this ... More

My Teacher is an Idiot

Since I started running 2 years ago, I have constantly looked for ways to share this running "idiocracy" with all those around me. I have forced many of my closest friends and family members to lace up their shoes and hit the trails with me for an early morning jaunt. I have challenged coworkers to meet me after ... More

2012 Skunk Run

April Wilson Sometimes Running Stinks....True but the 2012 Skunk Run didn't stink. I think everybody had fun. There were more than a few smiles even though the temps got above 80 degrees. A thunderstorm rolled through but it didn't last long and only brought "good" lightning but did make it a little ... More

I Used To Be Different….

Before I was a runner I was a different person. I'm not talking about the weight loss or any other physical difference. I'm talking about becoming a different person. It's weird because I still feel like the same dude but I know I'm not. Running has changed me. Running has given me a new outlook on many things. Running has ... More