Tag Archives: Strength

Just Keep Moving (BFC Race Report)

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

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

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Kindness Starts with Each of Us

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

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

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

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

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

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Living with MS – Second Chances – Coni’s Story

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

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

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

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Living with MS – Courageous Risks – Jenn’s Story

Sometimes in life we just need to take risks.  Jenn Schmitt knew when she was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis at the age of 26 that there would be some risks she would have to take.  She would be glad to do so. … Continue reading

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Living with MS – You Are In Charge – Kate’s Story

When she began losing the vision in her right eye one night at work, Kate Knepper just figured she needed to change her contacts.  It seemed to be an easy enough solution.  Kate knew she had been sleeping without taking … Continue reading

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