Who am I? What are we doing here? And why?
All great questions!
I recently saw a TikTok that joked when you enter your 30s, you're sorted into one of four houses:
Gardening
Sourdough
Crocheting
And of course….RUNNING 🎉
I’ve dabbled in each house because—let’s be real—it’s so much more entertaining to have many interests. But running is the only one I feel like I can kind of speak to.
First things first, let’s get a few things straight.
I am not an expert runner. I’m probably not even a good runner. In fact, I’m a rather slow runner. I’m still learning a LOT. And I’m never going to be the one telling others how to run, where to run, why to run, or whether to run.
That said, if you’re a running friend, or even if you’re not, I’m really glad you’re here.
This is NOT a running blog.
This is a “grow up with me” blog. A “juggle my thoughts with me” blog. An exploration of what it means to be young(ish), learning, balancing, exploring, and refining skills. Running just happens to be the lens we’re looking through.
I was a religious journaler throughout my twenties. Journaling in my early twenties looked much different than in my late twenties, but it was always a steady partner to help get my thoughts on paper. Part of me is grateful those journals were private because—oof—my twenties (like most people’s) were an absolute rollercoaster.
But (also like many), I’m entering my thirties a bit more confident. I have a better sense of who I want to be and how I want to show up in the world. And I’m excited to take on this new goal.
So what’s next?
Great question! The goal—and yes, it’s a lofty one—is to complete a half marathon in every U.S. state by the age of 35 and to document the journey here.
Growing up in Colorado, I checked off the Colfax Half. Since moving to Michigan in 2023, I’ve added the Capital City River Run Half and the Traverse City Cherry Festival Half. Eventually, I’ll share posts about all of these. But for now, I have a big dream and 48 more states to go.
Thank’s for being along for this ride with me!
We don’t say “thank you” enough—so truly, thank you. I’m glad you’re here. I hope I get to run with you someday. And I’ll see you at the next starting line. 🏁