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I have been running since 2001, through the trials of injuries, raising teenagers, and managing a successful but stressful career. My friends, family, and faith keep me going. ~ Coco
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2023 Lawyers Have Heart 10K (D.C.)
2022 Jingle All The Way 15K (D.C.)
2022 Lawyers Have Heart 5K (D.C.)
2021 Parkway Classic 10 Miler (VA)
2019 Parkway Classic 10 Miler (VA)
2019 Cherry Blossom 10 Mile Run (D.C.)
2018 Jingle All The Way 15K (D.C.)
2018 Reston Perfect 10 (VA)
2018 Lawyers Have Heart 10K (D.C.)
2018 Denver Colfax Half (Denver, CO)
2018 GW Parkway Classic (Alexandria, VA)
2018 Cherry Blossom 10 Mile Run (D.C.)
2018 Reston 10 Miler (Reston, VA)
Tag Archives: Poetry
Ode To A Rainy Day Runner
Is there a saying opposite to “The grass is always greener on the other side“? One that captures the gut reaction of being glad you’re not in another person’s situation even if they might not have it so bad? Driving … Continue reading
Lord Get Me Up This Hill
I felt strong on my second Conte’s hill ride of the season, but that doesn’t mean it was easy. Those hills are hard and require mental fortitude as well as physical strength. I find myself drawing on various mantras to … Continue reading
The Gospel According To Running
Instead of writing another valentine to running, I’m expressing my thoughts in a poem of sorts. I can’t take all the credit for the writing, but since the Bible is in the public domain, I don’t have to worry about being … Continue reading
I Want To Run
I Want To Run When I’m not running, I notice other runners. I am jealous of their freedom, their endorphins, their sweat. I want to run. When I’m not running, I notice other runners. I want to move my legs, … Continue reading
Footprints In The Snow
Footprints In The Snow Big prints, small prints, Boot prints, paw prints. Footprints in the snow let me see What usually only Tiger Lilly sees. Where the newspaper was delivered to the door. Where the deer ran across the road. … Continue reading