This past Saturday, I completed my 2nd marathon at the 2017 St. Jude Marathon held in my hometown of Memphis, TN after enduring 18 long and grueling weeks of 3-4am solo midweek and long runs due to my busy work schedule. I finished, but it wasn't pretty nor did it not come without a cost.… Continue reading Medal Monday: Know your Why.
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12th Half: Chicago Bound
Half Marathon and Full Marathon Training Chronicles: Just so happeningly, my 8th week of marathon training called for 13 miles today and I was able to do it in Chicago and get rewarded for it. It was my first time ever going to Chicago. I wanted to try the infamous Garrett's popcorn, deep dish… Continue reading 12th Half: Chicago Bound
Identity Crisis: Be Unapologetically You
Yesterday, was my niece's 19th birthday and she just completed her freshman year of college away from home. Away for the very first time from her friends and family into a world unbeknownst of her. You see, I have 2 nieces. According to my sister, she was blessed to have one who looks like me… Continue reading Identity Crisis: Be Unapologetically You