I've been running weekly (or nearly, when not injured) for over 19 years. Running in Marin County is the best. I've done 10 Marathons around the U.S., and over 40 Half Marathons. I'm a slow, determined runner. I was training for the Monterrey Half last fall and decided to do a 14 1/2 mile training run - after doing 10…
There is nothing like the colors of Fall. They go straight to my heart with their spectacular vibrancy. I also am a Fall baby, so it's in my blood. A run on trails covered with soft leaves, the crisp, cool air, with beautiful colors overhead, can't be beat. While the East Coast is amazing, California has its pockets of glorious,…
It's been 4 months since my fall on a morning run and resulting shoulder surgery. Physical therapy is thankfully bringing back shoulder movement. And I'm finally back on the trail - but running very slow, scrutinizing the ground for hidden potholes or bumps, especially at 6:30 am when its pitch dark. But it's a blessing to be back out there…
Now with a steel plate and 8 pins in my shoulder, I thought that was an omen. It was! I'm braced for more running and writing. I just haven't started the running part yet. I did visit the scene of the fall and kicked the roadway ridges for good measure. But ironically, the injury did not impact my hand for…
I love running and writing. So when I took a serious fall on a morning run, I figured all would be good. I've taken hits before. But this one was different. I couldn't move my left arm. X-rays, orthopedic sports doctor, and then orthopedic surgeon. Serious fractures in the left humerus (I learned what that was), Now I'm a bionic…
My brain cleaner for writing is running--or journaling. After last week's horrific attack on our nation's Capitol, I needed a lot of brain cleaning. Nothing works better than a run (without falling) along the BLM and viewing the stunning Cascades. The incredible views always remind me to take deep breaths, count my blessings, be positive, and start anew. So as…
On a 6:30 am 5 mile run, 39 degrees, headlamp in place, and bundled like a muffin, I tripped on some unknown giant ridge that popped out on flat, paved walkway along SF Bay in Sausalito. I flopped along for a bit trying to right myself and crashed to the ground on the side of my head, knees, elbows, legs.…
In Jan. 2020, I decided it was time to learn my new (!) sewing machine. I hadn't opened it's box in 15 years. I took a lesson. March 14th, we entered the pandemic and shelter in place. A friend suggested I might consider making masks to donate with a volunteer group called #millvalleymasketeers. After all, I could now thread my…
On May 23rd, Keating Vogel, Anita Castro Sparks and I ran the virtual Armed Forces Half Marathon in our area. This half marathon is usually held at the Concord Naval Weapons Station, and is one of the most poignant races as we honor our service members. In uniform they will welcome us at the finish with medals and thank us-which…
Masked up and running. I had been so looking forward to the Bend Half Marathon 2020. But when COVID-19 hit, all races were cancelled. My running friends offered to train with me, and run the race with me. On April 19th, we ran 13.1 miles, from Mill Valley to Sausalito.