Journaling was Recommended

Unfolding life, one post at a time.

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  • Doctor Appointment

    At 4:15 p.m., I went in for a short notice doctor’s office visit. They called me into a small waiting room where the nurse checked my weight and vitals…120/60 blood pressure, 100% oxygen, and a resting heart rate of 52 bpm. “Looks good,” she said with a smile. “Dr. C. will be with you in… Continue reading

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  • Waiting

    Because writing is therapeutic, I return here to share my thoughts. This past weekend, I found myself lost in reflection. A recurring health issue has resurfaced, leaving me in limbo as I wait for results and the feedback that will shape what comes next. A biopsy is on the horizon, and my mind wrestles with… Continue reading

  • Fitness

    As I continue focusing on optimal health, I’ve noticed real improvements since starting the 75 Hard challenge just 12 days ago. In that time, I’ve already lost 3 lbs, and today I spent time fine-tuning my dietary plan. I’m determined to push harder and break into the 140s — it’s been a long time since… Continue reading

  • The Compass

    We’ve stepped into August, and the world keeps turning. Even amidst earthquakes, tsunami warnings, and tropical storms, life carries on. In the face of uncertainty, it’s my routine that anchors me and helps me move forward with intention. To bring focus and meaning to my time here, I’ve identified 8 Core Life Projects—areas of deep… Continue reading

  • Healing Process

    It’s been quite a week, and unsurprisingly, I find myself turning back to journaling. Last Monday, my husband was in a cycling accident. I won’t go into the details, but life shifted in an instant. Things aren’t the same, but he’s alive, and most importantly, his mind is intact. For that, I’m deeply grateful. Still,… Continue reading

  • No Deadline

    Yesterday, I met with my writing mentor. She arrived with an air of quiet confidence, dressed in a crisp royal blue blouse and a matching deep stone sapphire ring, a sleek black skirt, and purple framed glasses that added a touch of creativity to her otherwise professional look. Her presence commanding attention. I couldn’t help… Continue reading

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  • It’s Official

    My name has been added to the 50 States Marathon Finisher List. With this milestone achieved, I’m ready to set my sights on the next big adventure: the Gobi March in Mongolia, scheduled for June 2026. To prepare, I need to focus on improving my fitness by shedding a few pounds. My plan is to… Continue reading

  • What’s Next?

    What’s Next? That’s the question I’ve been asked over and over this week. And honestly? My answer is: I don’t know. Maybe I’ll write a book.Maybe I’ll walk the El Camino de Santiago.Maybe I’ll sign up for Racing the Planet’s Gobi March in Mongolia — a 155-mile ultramarathon through some of the toughest terrain on… Continue reading

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  • Keeps Moving

    Life keeps moving ahead, and by now, you should know that. I wait for my moment, but in the meantime, I make the most of each day. Life moves on. This morning, I ran a 5K in under 30 minutes. My focus is shifting towards speed training, hoping to shed some pounds and stay healthy.… Continue reading

  • Grandma

    Closure came today as we said our final goodbye and laid our beloved Queen to rest. The procession of vehicles, moving in a single line to the cemetery, left me in awe. It dawned on me that we were all here—descendants, relatives, grandchildren, cousins—because of her. She brought us together, even in death. Grandma’s journey… Continue reading

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