I AM NOT A SURVIVOR

I listened to a TED talk by Debra Jarvis, and it instantly struck a chord with me. When a talk, book, article or conversation inspires me I get real introverted, and then I blog. Well, this TED talk really resonated with me. She started off  asking what three things would you share about yourself that define you as a person and help others understand who you are. And it got me thinking what three things I would share to really help someone understand me.

1,280 DAYS

There is something magical about fall and running. I don't know what it is, but it's the perfect mixture of crisp autumn air, and the crunching of leaves beneath my feet that creates this magic. This weather seems to heal my soul, while at the same time bringing tears to my eyes and an ache in my chest. I miss it again, running that is. It hurts more than ever during the fall. My legs and body yearn to run free in that magic crisp air.