Remember that things happen for the most peculiar reasons. It sounds silly but the reason will eventually reveal itself and then you will understand, even if you are absolutely miserable until this happens. Even if you don't believe it, there is always someone there to help you or to listen. Let them. Yes, there will always… Continue reading When things just don’t go as planned
Category: Listicles
7 things you will experience on a college campus on a Tuesday afternoon
1. An encounter with someone who still thinks it is the weekend..... 2. Something ridiculous will probably happen to make you say "I wish it was the weekend" 3. Parking options will be limited 4. If you are a student you will have piles of work and if you are an employee you will have… Continue reading 7 things you will experience on a college campus on a Tuesday afternoon
11 ways I’m trying to be positive about winter
I'm trying to be positive about winter but I HATE winter and once the holidays are over and the fun ends my hatred for winter gets even worse. I HATE being cold and I am absolutely miserable when I have to run with 4 shirts on to stay warm. I also despise waking up on… Continue reading 11 ways I’m trying to be positive about winter
Rules to run by
I was recently asked to write a blog about "running rules". The number 7 xc runner who requested this may have only asked me to do this to receive a public shoutout in my very popular blog, but no one knows for certain. So here are my rules to run by: 1. Never tell yourself… Continue reading Rules to run by
Four awesome feelings you get on Friday morning
1. Relief: In just a few hours you'll know what it feels like to have your true identity back. No more being fake nice to people at work. You can say what you want and do what you want when you want. 2. Excitement: sleeping seems like a very real possibility in the near future.… Continue reading Four awesome feelings you get on Friday morning
6 ways to make Monday mornings happier
I HATE Monday mornings and I'm sure I'm not alone, but there are some ways to make Monday mornings better. 1. Wake up and smile--appreciate that you have been given the gift of another Monday. 2. Have oatmeal for breakfast. Oatmeal will give you plenty of energy to start the day. 3. Listen to music… Continue reading 6 ways to make Monday mornings happier
Saturated Saturday–9 facts about XC races in the rain
It is supposed to rain all day here in New Jersey and the surrounding areas which makes cross country dangerous and more challenging but don't fret it is possible to have an awesome race anyway! 9 facts about XC in the rain 1. Time is irrelevant for once. Everyone is only focusing on place. No… Continue reading Saturated Saturday–9 facts about XC races in the rain
Fall favorites–8 things I love about fall
1. Cross country season! Who doesn't love running fast on trails and up hills?! 2. The crispness of the fall air. It's magical and it is filled with hope and possibility. 3. Craft fairs. Gotta get my candles and kettle corn. 4. Walking or running though town at dusk and feeling like I'm in a… Continue reading Fall favorites–8 things I love about fall
The Road Less Run 