The news is overwhelming these days. It’s too much. The other night Cole and I tackled his homework while the nightly news was on in the background. I noticed he had completely shut down. In that moment, I realized what he was watching: news on the refugee crisis, news on the police in Chicago, andContinue reading “Love is Possible “
Author Archives: Kristy
I am Strong
This morning in a new environment that is slowly starting to feel as comfortable as my running shoes, I was completing a serious of back and front squats. Prior to today, I have completed zero back and front squats. Not one. Ever. Prior to last month, I haven’t stepped foot into a gym of anyContinue reading “I am Strong “
108
108. There are 108 days until the Shamrock Half-Marathon on March, 20th. There are 108 beads on my mala. 108 is a sacred number in many religious and traditional practices. Hinduism, Islam, Jain, Sikh, Buddhism, and Taoism all reference 108. There is said to be 108 energy lines converging to form the heart charka whichContinue reading “108”
Beyond Fear
I never finished sharing my story from Peru. I don’t know why. It slipped away from me. I fell back into the pattern of my daily life. I got reconsumed by parenting, work, grocery shopping, running, and finding pockets of quiet. The magic I felt in that country stayed inside of me, but I lostContinue reading “Beyond Fear”
Celebrating Running
Richmond never disappoints. I love this city every single time I visit. This weekend I kicked off Friday with a day date with my husband – enjoying sushi at our favorite spot, walking to Belle Isle, racing up stairs, and visiting a local brewery – before I was joined by my two best running buddiesContinue reading “Celebrating Running “
Kristy Maute 