Sediment the Blog

An exploration on life and living

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Start Here

In a world of absurd uncertainty, all I can do is move forward towards the things that bring me to life. Nothing is guaranteed—not time, not relationships, not money. But this moment, the one I’m sitting in now? I can choose to infuse that with life.

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Tidings of Community and Joy
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Tidings of Community and Joy

We all met together for a trail run, then gathered for a presentation from Nike Pro Athlete and world-class trail runner Rachel Drake. What an honor to share a trail with her tonight.

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In Which I Don't Have the Answers
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In Which I Don't Have the Answers

It's okay if I don’t do everything. And even if I let go of these details that are stressing me out, I trust that it will come together right on time.

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Kick it In
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Kick it In

I wish I could wrap her up in a tight hug and tell her how deeply proud I am of her. That her running is enough. And that she’s enough with or without it.

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I Feel So ALIVE
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I Feel So ALIVE

I used to say that the first month of running every day is miserable. The second month is neutral. And by the third month, you finally start to understand why people do it.

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Yarn Chicken
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Yarn Chicken

As I neared the end of the first sleeve, however, I began to question that decision. The ball was getting quite small, and I was starting to worry that it might not be enough.

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Welcome to WOW
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Welcome to WOW

Eventually, my inner demons started to look stupid. I found myself believing that I could do more. And now I am! I’m doing it! I’m returning to running! I’m returning home.

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Aceitação
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Aceitação

A month and a half ago, at 12:40 AM, I got an email that I was hoping for but was nevertheless surprised to receive. The first word in the subject line: aceitação. Acceptance.

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Dare to (Self) Care
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Dare to (Self) Care

It feels more clear to me than ever before that maintaining habits of self care ourselves is among the greatest gifts we can give our children.

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Mystery Meat
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Mystery Meat

In spite of everything, I was out there this morning. In spite of everything, I got to be a part of it.

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Reset, Reframe
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Reset, Reframe

Coming face to face with the reality that my foot is complaining about a max weekly mileage of 18 is humbling. Sigh.

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