Monthly Archives: February 2012

Takes so long

Posted on Wednesday February 29, 2012 by Chris

Losing your first tooth is a rite of passage for any kid and for a young boy, it’s one step closer to becoming a man.  The story of Gerrit’s first tooth is little longer than most….

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I still care for you

Posted on Thursday February 23, 2012 by Chris

I admit it.  I’ve been hiding out, avoiding my blog.  As long as I stayed busy and didn’t pour my thoughts onto a post, I wouldn’t have to think too hard about how I feel.  How much it hurts me that … Continue reading →

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Today I started loving you again

Posted on Tuesday February 14, 2012 by Chris

Yesterday, I braved the ice and snow to run outside.  It was a cold morning but I knew that if I could get a half mile out, I could run on the clear road.  I tip toed through the snow … Continue reading →

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Bad things

Posted on Sunday February 12, 2012 by Chris

The thing that I forgot in this 30 day journey is that even in the peak of my running days, I couldn’t do it every single day.  My body demands breaks and it refuses to tolerate day after day of treadmill … Continue reading →

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Transformation

Posted on Friday February 10, 2012 by Chris

This song is amazing.  Not just because it finally taught me how to say rhododendron but because it epitomizes the way I hope to live my life.  Transforming and changing. The opening lyrics say ‘oh my heart is bold as … Continue reading →

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Lost

Posted on Thursday February 2, 2012 by Chris

Today is Day #6 of my 30 days of running and I spent most of the day feeling gross.  Pretty much like I was going to puke.  Not what I call ideal for trotting on a treadmill.  My first instinct was … Continue reading →

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One piece at a time

Posted on Wednesday February 1, 2012 by Chris

Day #5   Today’s run was inspired by

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