Author Archives: Curt Ehlinger

Just Keep Moving (BFC Race Report)

Posted on September 18, 2020 by Curt Ehlinger

For most of my life I have not been a risk taker. As I have gotten older I have worked hard to change that. In September of 2019, I competed in The Barkley Fall Classic (BFC) at Frozen Head State … Continue reading →

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10 Seconds Can Change Everything

Posted on June 11, 2018 by Curt Ehlinger

I completed my third half Ironman yesterday. It was the end of a busy six weeks of races that included a marathon, 5k, Olympic triathlon, sprint triathlon and yesterday’s Half Ironman. A lot of things didn’t go as planned yesterday … Continue reading →

Posted in Active Life, Uncategorized | Tagged Achievement, Active, Blessed, Challenges, Change, Community, Endurance, Friends, Grateful, Improvement, Ironman, Ironman Wisconsin, Joy, Self-Improvement, Strength, Teammates, Triathlon | 6 Comments

Kindness Starts with Each of Us

Posted on October 13, 2017 by Curt Ehlinger

The tragedy that unfolded on the night of October 1st in Las Vegas is heart wrenching. There are families today that have been torn apart. Those that lost their lives, the injured, the survivors, the first responders, the doctors and … Continue reading →

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Journey to Ironman

Posted on September 7, 2017 by Curt Ehlinger

Shortly after I woke up this morning the countdown ticked off to only three days left until I hear the cannon fire indicating the start of Ironman WI! It will be the start of my first ever Ironman! I’ve been … Continue reading →

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The Cubs’ World Series Win Beyond the Game

Posted on November 5, 2016 by Curt Ehlinger

Cubs Win! Cubs Win! Cubs Win the World Series! Unless you have been living under a rock that shouldn’t be news to you. And in case you are wondering, no, I haven’t lost my mind. Before anyone accuses me of … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Chicago, Chicago Cubs, Courage, faith, Joy, Lessons, Optimism, Possibilities, Respect, Working Together, World Series | 1 Comment

Living with MS – Find Your Joy – Justine’s Story

Posted on July 12, 2016 by Curt Ehlinger

In life we sometimes find joy in the most unlikely places. For Justine Bemis, it certainly didn’t seem like the physical issues that began in the early 80’s would eventually lead her to a profound change in her entire outlook … Continue reading →

Posted in Living with MS, MS Run the US | Tagged Active, Courage, Determination, Exercise, faith, family, God, Joy, Love, Multiple Sclerosis, Nutrition, Physical Fitness, Prayer, running, Strength | Leave a comment

Living with MS – Through a Child’s Eyes – My Story

Posted on June 26, 2016 by Curt Ehlinger

It was in our living room on Northwood Court where my brothers, sister and I were told that our Mom had MS. I remember the wallpaper on the main wall in the room. It had a vertical flower pattern that kind … Continue reading →

Posted in Living with MS, MS Run the US | Tagged Challenges, Courage, Determination, faith, family, Life Lessons, Love, MS, MS Run the US, Multiple Sclerosis, Perseverance, Strength, Thankfulness | 6 Comments

Living with MS – Second Chances – Coni’s Story

Posted on May 12, 2016 by Curt Ehlinger

In life you don’t often get a second chance to make up for previous missed opportunities. Coni Stephenson is getting that chance thanks, in large part, to a decision she made three years ago regarding the treatment of her MS. … Continue reading →

Posted in Living with MS, MS Run the US | Tagged Acupuncture, Awareness, Determination, family, Holistic, Love, Multiple Sclerosis, Opportunities, Second Chances, Strength | 1 Comment

Lessons In Boston and Beyond

Posted on May 11, 2016 by Curt Ehlinger

I ran today for the first time since tearing my calf muscle in the Boston Marathon almost three and a half weeks ago. I felt an incredible sense of joy and freedom in my run this morning. This morning’s run … Continue reading →

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Living with MS – A Walk of Love – Penny’s Story

Posted on April 28, 2016 by Curt Ehlinger

Penny Ehlinger was a young mother of four small children and couldn’t understand why she was always exhausted. While pregnant with her third child, Penny was continually dizzy and had trouble with her balance. Her doctor told her it was … Continue reading →

Posted in Living with MS, MS Run the US | Tagged Active, Awareness, Courage, Determination, Exercise, faith, family, Love, Motivation, Multiple Sclerosis, Prayer, Strength | 6 Comments