Figuring Out Life, One Mile (and Meal) at a Time
Snowy trails, freezing temperatures, and questionable life choices — plus a goat, penguins, and a Brian sandwich. January had me barely running, but somehow I survived two very cold races and even had fun along the way. Join me for a recap of the Snow Moon Trail Run 5K and Winterlaufe 8K, where reflection meets chaos on the trails.
I spent years wondering if my struggles “counted” and whether an ADHD diagnosis would change anything at all. What followed wasn’t a dramatic transformation, but a quieter, more complicated journey—one shaped by validation, high expectations, frustration, and small changes I almost missed. This post is an honest look at my path to an ADHD diagnosis, medication trials, and what I’m learning along the way.
I started December with a big goal, a training plan, and the belief that this time it would be different. Spoiler alert: winter, burnout, and real life had other plans. In The Training Journal: Volume 2025, Issue 12, I break down my December training and the lessons that mattered more than the miles.
Every January, I sit down with big goals and even bigger optimism. This year, I’m doing something different. Instead of “new year, new me, go hard immediately,” I’m choosing to slow down, reflect, and set intentions that actually fit my life. Inspired by winter’s natural rhythm, lessons from burnout, and what I’ve learned about my brain and body, this post explores why rest isn’t failure - and how flexibility, connection, and curiosity are shaping my approach to 2026.
2025 wasn’t just a list of events - it was a year of duality. Joy and challenge. Confidence and doubt. Structure and burnout. Rediscovering parts of myself while learning entirely new things. This reflection looks back on a full, complicated year and the lessons that came with it.
A candid 2025 running recap exploring burnout, identity, and redefining running for mental health. A reminder that sometimes the most important work is learning when to change the rules.
When you mention grief, most people think of the kind that comes with death. It also shows up in friendships that fade and identities we've left behind. Grief doesn't disappear when the holidays show up. Instead, we get to awkwardly juggle them with joy and celebration. You'll be driving around looking at Christmas lights, eating… Continue reading Mind Matters: Let’s Talk About Grief
Welcome to my newest series, Food for Thought, where I'll share about real-life nutrition for busy humans with busy minds. You'll find posts with eating tips, personal stories, lived experiences, and a little bit of nutrition education thrown in. Food for Thought is for everyone, but especially for my fellow neurospicy friends who want eating… Continue reading Food for Thought: Real Life Holiday Eating for Busy Lives & Busy Minds
There’s a certain kind of closeness that only happens at a Blue October show. It’s something I’ve felt at every single one of their concerts, no matter the venue or the tour. Justin and the band have this incredible ability to make a room full of strangers feel like family. Fans talk to each other… Continue reading In the Crowd: Blue October We Didn’t Die Young Tour – Detroit – 11/8/2025
The Race That Built Me - and the One That Broke Me For nearly a decade, the Detroit Marathon has been a part of my running story. I’ve crossed its start line as so many versions of myself: the first-time marathoner, the confident ambassador, the runner so glad that racing was back after COVID... the… Continue reading Race Recap: Detroit International Half Marathon 2025
Join me on a cozy fall getaway to Roger’s City, MI, where we packed two days of adventure into one unforgettable weekend! From scenic overlooks and limestone quarries to biking the Huron Sunrise Trail and discovering hidden gems along Lake Huron’s shoreline, this quick fall trip had all the perfect moments—plus great food and quality time exploring Up North. Grab your boots and your appetite and savor the journey with us!
My first “In the Crowd” post kicks off with an unforgettable concert experience. If you’re planning to see the Peel It Back Tour and want to go in blind like I did, stop reading now—trust me, the surprises are worth it. From a hauntingly intimate B-stage performance to the feral energy of the main stage, this show completely redefined what a live NIN experience can be. And yes, I still can’t get over that “meh” girl in the NIN sweatshirt.
My first listen to The Life of a Showgirl was… not ideal. I was driving home with friends from a really loud concert - my hearing was shot, my attention span was nonexistent, and honestly, I probably shouldn’t have trusted myself with new Taylor in that state. Lesson learned: no more first listens unless my… Continue reading From Onyx Night to Opalite
It’s no secret that I’ve been burned out from running (all you have to do is read my blog to know that). The fact that I didn't do any long runs for the first two weeks of September further confirmed the burnout. I used to enjoy getting together with my friends or my husband to… Continue reading A Tale of Two Long Runs
Here we go again. I haven't written a blog since July 17th. Cue me saying, “I really want to write more.” And I do. Really. Pinky promise this time. My husband is always amazed at my memory. He’ll ask, “How do you remember when this happened? Or which concerts you’ve been to? Or the exact… Continue reading Same Old Story (But With New Words)
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