Nov 22, 2019 5:00:00 AM
"The battles that count aren't the ones for gold medals. The struggles within yourself--the invisible, inevitable battles inside all of us--that's where it's at." – Jesse Owens
The older gentleman entered the dining room with a beaming smile. Before he had a chance to sit down, the server asked, “How did your son do?” The enthusiastic response, “He made it with 6 minutes to spare!”
Topics: success, hard work, goals, persistence, inspiration, motivation, journey, marathon, people, challenge, little lessons, help, wins, walking
Jun 28, 2019 5:01:00 AM
“So removed from daily life was the whole experience that when all was rotten to the core, a fine dinner could revive the spirits. If and when I had twenty dollars left to my name, I was going to spend it right here in an elegant hour that couldn’t be hocked.” – Katey Kontent in Rules of Civility by Amor Towles.
I love eating at restaurants. From 5-star steakhouses to local pubs to all-American diners. Perusing wine lists for the perfect pairing to the meal, gambling on a locally brewed beer, or stirring a thick milk shake with a long spoon. And most importantly, desserts – made-to-order souffle, crème brulee or lemon-meringue pie.
Topics: personal relationships, love, family, memories, passion, marathon, travel, people, happiness, little lessons
Sep 22, 2017 5:00:00 AM
"Stories are light. Light is precious in a world so dark." – Kate DiCamillo
On a bright, sunny day, go outside with a strong flashlight. Turn on the light. You probably won’t see any difference.
Sit in a dark room. Light a single match. Your surroundings are transformed.
Topics: goals, inspiration, love, running, marathon