Monthly Archives: August 2014

I’m pretty good at avoiding commitment. It’s not that I’m not responsible, I just don’t like to committing to things. I realize without meaning to, I have committed to a healthier lifestyle this year. I have started hiking, moving my … Continue reading →

Today may have been one of the best Adventure Challenges in awhile. I am working in Phoenix this week and it is HOT. Lately I haven’t had much desire to go outside and work out or go trail running because … Continue reading →

I have really struggled emotionally and mentally the past few days. I haven’t felt well physically and I’m wore out and tired from all of the travel. The idea of having to go work in Phoenix in the sun all … Continue reading →

Giggle with Gilda is an annual fundraiser held by Gilda’s Club of Kansas City. Their mission is “To ensure that all people impacted by cancer are empowered by knowledge, strengthened by action and sustained by community.” This organization offers emotional … Continue reading →

While in Dallas last week I received a phone call that my kiddo was sick. This meant that I would have no time to find an outfit for a fundraiser the night after I got back. I decided with a … Continue reading →

Several years ago I belonged to an online forum full of inspirational people. Many of these people became good friends. The forum has been gone for a few years now, but the friendships have continued. One in particular is a … Continue reading →

I’ve been to the Overland Park Arboretum once but I didn’t do any of the hiking trails. I decided I needed to explore it. It’s only $3 to get in and it was a beautiful day. First, I hiked all … Continue reading →

I love being a mom. Mostly I love being able to have a reason to act like a big kid again. My son turned 6 this week and it is such a fun age. We get to explore, play, and … Continue reading →

One of my favorite children books is “Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day”. My son and I read this book together. It’s about a little boys very bad day, but most of it is because he … Continue reading →

I had quite the adventure to get to Seattle. Once here, I helped lay a driving track and headed back to my hotel. Out of a sheer luck I got a phone call from a friend who said, “Let’s go … Continue reading →