Competitive running is somewhat of an addiction for me. I subscribe to three different running magazines and at least half a dozen running websites. I’m always looking for new races with interesting and unique venues. In addition to being a competitive runner, I’m also a bit obsessive compulsive, but in my world, these two qualities Read More
Recuperation’s Snare
Harshly awakened by agony’s barbed stab She searches for acquittal Inaudible sobs convulse her reconstructed frame A voiceless witness to jagged pain Her anguish cloaked in darkness Obscurely illuminated by moon’s soft ray Terrorizing thoughts freely roam Moist droplets soak colored cloth Writhing. Squirming. Entangled. Captive. Turmoil her nightly companion Serenity, Serenity enters the room Read More
My Dirty Little Secret
Thirteen weeks ago my world and body were literally shattered when an 18 wheeler plowed into the vehicle I was riding in. The days since the accident have been a tumultuous mix of joy and pain. There have been days of joyous celebration over recovery milestones paired with angry tears shed over the changes inflicted Read More
Warrior Princess Freed
Thursday, February 9, 2012, after eleven weeks of being confined to a halo, the Warrior Princess emerged free of all titanium adornment! Witnesses reported watching her glowing visage float through the hospital corridor following the procedure. This chain of events was set in motion the proceeding day at a routine doctor’s appointment. Becky AKA Warrior Read More
I Did It!
Recovering to Run I referenced the New Year’s Day Double that I had registered In for pre-accident, to run with my sister and niece. True to my word, on January 1, 2012, just six weeks into my recovery, I completed my first post-accident race. Yes, I had to walk rather than run, but broken neck/halo or Read More
Knight in Shining Armor
Almost twenty-six years ago, I jumped on a white steed with my handsome prince and galloped off to destinations yet unknown. I was young, naive and blissfully unaware what I was getting myself into. Yes, I was in love, and yes, I wanted to spend my life with him, but honestly, I had NO idea Read More
Daily Battles
Sitting here with time on my hands I feel compelled to write. I would like to share something earth shattering, but I have no such wisdom. Today, well, today I only have the reality of what life post-accident is truly like. My gratitude over being rescued from death has not diminished, but daily I must Read More