Monthly Archives: March 2011

I’ve found a way to appreciate every step of your run that doesn’t require a trip to a Buddhist running camp, or require any annoying mindfulness exercises. It’s called run-walking, and it has a hidden benefit of being an excellent … Continue reading →

On Saturday night, Steve and I hosted a party for our ski-patrol candidate class to celebrate the end of a successful ski season (OK, I was mostly just celebrating it being over … but we all had fun and ate … Continue reading →

In early February, I was licking my wounds and regrouping after my ACL reconstruction surgery, and I needed a playlist that took ownership of those wounds. I posted the Injured Reserve Playlist, and listened to songs geared toward the injured … Continue reading →

One week after my first run back after ACL surgery, my jubilation has faded to the reality that it’s going to take a looong time to get back to anything resembling normal running. I started with five minutes on the … Continue reading →

Whitetail has been closed for more than a week now, and I’m thrilled to be looking forward to the beginning of the next ski season rather than slogging through the remains of this past one, which saw my ski-patrol training … Continue reading →

I’m all about the joy of exploration, whether it’s trying something new, rekindling a love for something old or simply pushing your boundaries and getting out of your comfort zone. Here’s how I’m planning to do all of the above … Continue reading →

I won’t bury the lede: Today, for the first time since I tore my ACL Jan. 8, I ran! It was five minutes on the treadmill at 10-minute mile pace, but the euphoria I felt was closer to breaking the … Continue reading →

I am equal parts triumphant and embarrassed today. Embarrassed because as a person with strong shoulders who took pride in beating all the boys at push-ups in high-school gym class, this is a goal I should have achieved long ago. … Continue reading →

Whitetail closes for the season on Sunday. For me, the last day of the season was last Saturday, as I’ll be out of town this weekend. I had planned a long and reflective post about what I’ve learned this season, … Continue reading →

I love me some chili. I’ve posted recipes for turkey chili and chicken chili, and am currently head-over-heels in love with a new recipe for it: Black Bean Chili with Butternut Squash, courtesy of the terrific cooking blog The Bitten … Continue reading →