In a recent social media post, I wrote this: In high school, while running cross country, I knew about 'mental toughness.' I'm realizing as I get older that I am somehow losing that. So, the other day I was attempting dumbbell floor press to failure and kept thinking 'it hurts, but it's still possible.' Today, … Continue reading It Hurts, But It’s Still Possible
blog
Cookies
I grew up in an evangelical Christian home. Although Catholics tend to be the primary ones who adhere to the idea of giving something up for Lent, my family also chose to follow this tradition. Every year, for the 40 days leading up to Easter, each member of my family would give something up. Honestly, … Continue reading Cookies
Four: Contributions
I’m very behind in my writing prompts for the year, but I am doing better than last year. I first downloaded these prompts last year and never started. The reasons for not starting were plentiful, but what sticks out to me is the belief that I don’t have much to offer by way of understanding … Continue reading Four: Contributions
Burn the Boat! 