Happy Friday, everybody! We’re flying cross country to California early tomorrow morning for the Rock ‘N’ Roll San Jose Half Marathon and 10K. 

First post, here we go! Hey, all. I’m glad you were curious enough to click to this link.

My name is Stephanie and I’m kicking this blog off just a couple days after one of the biggest moments of my life: Confirmation of my acceptance into my first Boston Marathon. It’s been a running dream of mine since I picked up running as an eighth grader in 2005. 

This blog will touch on my journey to Boston. It’s a long road until April, with a marathon, a few half marathons, and various other races in between. 

But I would be lying if I said I created this to just talk about myself (although documenting the journey is something I definitely want to do). I will post about the things that inspire, infuriate, amaze and befuddle me. In so many cases, those end up on my mind during runs, pushing me harder, making me think and bringing me to new or altered conclusions. I think everybody can benefit from that.

I’ll also post songs that I love to run to (because every runner is always looking for new music). I’ll post about amazing humans doing amazing things. About my wonderful community running group. Short pieces, long pieces. The beautiful parts of humanity. Self-love. Natural beauty. 

Want to join me? Awesome. I’m thrilled you’re along for the ride.

Happy miles,