Kristy

Thank you 36.

As a parent, I strive to be an example for my children. I want them to see me working hard. I want them to see me chasing a dream. I want them to know that if we want something, we have to work for it. So often the focus is on the end result. AsContinue reading “Thank you 36. “

Shamrock 8k: Running my own Race

As much as I love pacing my training team and supporting on race day, I have discovered that in order to push my teammates, I need to push myself. Since I’d be on the sidelines during the half and full marathon on Sunday, I took the opportunity to race the 8k on Saturday. I hadContinue reading “Shamrock 8k: Running my own Race “

Shamrock Marathon 2017: Strong, Smart and Brave

“Be strong enough to stand alone, smart enough to know when you need help, and brave enough to ask for it.” ~Mark Amend If I could pick the shape of my heart, I’d draw a shamrock in the middle of my chest. Shamrock Marathon weekend is my heartbeat. It’s the place I discovered my strength.Continue reading “Shamrock Marathon 2017: Strong, Smart and Brave “

#beboldforchange

Today is International Women’s Day. It is a day to recognize the strength and importance of women in our culture but to also draw attention to the exclusion of women from our world. This year the campaign is asking us to #beboldforchange by taking groundbreaking action that truly drives the greatest change for women. EachContinue reading “#beboldforchange”

The Perception of Success

After I finished my twelve mile run on Saturday, I stood in the parking lot listening to my two friends share their stories about training for spring races, and I thought to myself I am so glad I’m not training right now. After a few minutes of stretching and more chatting, I head back outContinue reading “The Perception of Success”