Rest is an important part of every post-race ritual. I apparently haven’t learned that yet. I woke up, bounded out... Continue Reading
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It’s hard to believe I’ve been in New Zealand over a month now. When I first got here I had... Continue Reading
“It was being a runner that mattered, not how fast or how far I could run. The joy was in the act of running and in the journey, not in the destination. We have a better chance of seeing where we are when we stop trying to get somewhere else.... Continue Reading
Some days are just made for road trips. Everyone knows the days. The sunny, cloudless, walk outside and tilt back... Continue Reading
I enjoy being a tourist. Maybe a little too much. I like asking a million questions and not being looked... Continue Reading
There are certain places in life you’re always looking for but never know it until you arrive. I felt that fully, with all of my being, today. I weed whacked my way through a trail and despite all the road blocks pointing me back (the lake is the other way,... Continue Reading
Writing blogs is sometimes about airing out your skeletons right? I have to admit that living in the states my... Continue Reading
I’ve added a bunch of words to my vocabulary since landing in New Zealand. Come along, let me introduce you... Continue Reading
I’ve said everything there is to say about my Coromandel trip. The hole in the wall winery that made my heart flutter, the scenery that took my breath away, the beaches that were all mine, and the locals who made me feel at home. I am back in Taupo now and... Continue Reading
I went to sleep on Sunday night to the familiar drumming of rain on the roof. I didn’t mind. I’ve... Continue Reading
So far I’ve told you about the beautiful, charming, and off the rocker parts of Coromandel, but our journey didn’t... Continue Reading
As we set off in Ruby down the hills I clutched the winery flyer tight in my hand. I wanted wine and pizza and I wanted it now. We flew (Ruby is speedy) by the tiny sign announcing our next stop and thankfully turned around before happening on the next... Continue Reading