@ The LA Human Race 10K

Tonight in Los Angeles, Amy G. and I ran in the Nike plus Human race, along with 12,000 Angelinos, and close to a million other runners around the world.  That’s us, post-race, and post-Kanye’s show-at-the-coliseum.
We came. We saw.  We conquered.
Well, at least we finished.  I managed to run (jog!) the whole way without stopping, so [...]

“We cannot walk alone,” the preacher cried.

In case you missed Obama’s speech last night, here is an excerpt from his conclusion–which, incidentally, includes two references to Scripture.  I found the speech to be a good mix of inspiration and pragmatism.   You can read the whole transcript here, or watch the video here.
“…it is that American spirit, that American promise, [...]

Obama’s Speech; MLK’s “I Have A Dream” Anniversary

I am very interested to hear Obama’s acceptance speech for the Democratic nomination on Thursday evening, 8/28.  As far as I’ve heard, Obama’s speech falls on  the 45th anniversary of Dr. King’s “I Have a Dream.”  This is no small thing.  It is sure to be not-your-average-political-blah-blah, in my view.  Barack inspires hope, a hope [...]

Naive New Parent, I Am.

My bicycle named Julius is only two weeks old, and having him makes me feel like a new parent.  I’m learning how much I don’t know about the baby, and his many shiny parts.  People ask me the weirdest questions.  And I feel like an irresponsible mother, sometimes; call me naive.
Everywhere I go (and I [...]

Reflection is Good for You

When I lived in Portugal, I used to take a “day away” once a month to do some reflection, journaling, and general soul-caring. It was a requirement for Young Life’s internship, and for that I am so grateful.
I’ve decided to try to start doing this once a month reflection day again. Today is [...]