If you grew up going to Sunday school and church like I did, you may recall a children's song that is sung like this, "Deep and wide, deep and wide, there's a fountain flowing deep and wide." The song was written in the late 1800s by Sidney Cox, a major in the Salvation Army. It… Continue reading Deep and Wide
Tag: eating disorders
Empty Pavement
I am an athlete. While I may no longer be on a team and I may no longer be able to catch or throw a ball to save my life (thanks to years of mostly just running), I am an athlete. I train hard and I push myself to the limit (less as I get… Continue reading Empty Pavement
Taming the Beast
For anyone who uses social media, you know what a blessing and a curse it can be. It allows us to keep in touch with friends and family near and far and to network with people we may not otherwise meet in person. At the same time, it is very easy to play the comparison… Continue reading Taming the Beast
Run 4 Troops Recap
Ten days ago, I ran my first marathon since the Boston Marathon in 2016 and I still smile when I think about the experience. Was it a PR or a well-executed race? Not really. What made it special is that I DID IT. It was difficult to step away and take some time off from… Continue reading Run 4 Troops Recap
Step Into the Light
For the past few years, I have been on a journey of self-discovery by facing my shame and owning and accepting my vulnerability. It began when I started to accept my eating disorder and seek recovery. Given my career choice (school counselor), it feels strange to admit that prior to my eating disorder, I usually… Continue reading Step Into the Light
My Wish for My Daughter
Throughout my eating disorder recovery, I have had to remind myself that it is okay to feel lost and broken. At the same time, it is important to recognize that I am not my thoughts or my feelings. I have depth that reaches to my soul, where my love and passion can outshine my ED. My… Continue reading My Wish for My Daughter
The Curse of the Itty Bitty Running Shorts
I have struggled with body image for so long that I have to be very intentional about speaking kindly to myself when it comes to my body. I have always been athletic, yet I didn't always appreciate what a gift I had been given in this regard. I loved sports and I usually fared pretty… Continue reading The Curse of the Itty Bitty Running Shorts
My Comeback Year
2018 will be a big year for me in terms of running. Not because I am taking on a new race distance or aiming for a new PR; it will be special simply because I can return to racing. It has been more than 18 months since I raced the Door County Triathlon in 2016. I completed… Continue reading My Comeback Year
Running for Redemption
I was born to run. Don't get me wrong, I am no Shalane Flanagan, but my brain is wired for movement. I've been that way since I was little. It took some time, however, to figure out that running was the medicine for my restless energy. I first noticed the freedom and confidence I felt with… Continue reading Running for Redemption
Redefined Runner 