• Nature’s Quiet Lesson, Squirrel

    I received a “memory rewind” from Facebook that carried me back nine years. At first, it filled me with warmth—and then a quiet wave of sadness washed over me. The photos captured such beautiful moments that they made me smile, but soon I found myself grieving how much life has changed. The children are grown…

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  • Eau Claire Marathon 2026

    Pre-Race Planning Earlier in the year, as most runners do, I began planning my upcoming races. During our group runs, we talk about who is signing up for which events — what is good, what is not, and what to expect. A group of us were sold on the Eau Claire Marathon. It is a…

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  • Why Your Body Will Thank You after the hug

    I am a hugger. But I want to be honest with you — it was not always this way. There was a time when I kept my arms closer to my sides. When a handshake felt like plenty, and a hug felt like too much to offer or too much to ask. I was not…

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  • Sangat, The Power of Association

    Sangat is a word rooted in Punjabi, Hindi, and Sanskrit-influenced traditions. It means company, association, or spiritual fellowship — the people you spend time with and the communities you move within. In a modern sense, sangat extends beyond physical presence. What you read, watch, and listen to becomes a form of association. Whatever repeatedly occupies…

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