This is the last time I’m gonna say it: Wussies, you all are missing out on a treasure trove of beautiful, challenging technical trail races just a short ways north in Pennsylania (we drove there in 3.5 hrs on Friday) that are impeccably organized with hard competition and great shwag (check out videos and photos […]

Grand Canyon, Zion NP, and Bryce Canyon with the Italianos

September 2013

Five recommendations for wussies traveling to Arizona and Utah:

(1) Definitely visit Kerry, Doug, Joe, and Michele in Sedona.  Even if they happen to not be there (a rarity for Joe).  If we move to Minnesota, maybe I can maintain my sanity […]

VHTRC Women’s Half Marathon

Bull Run Regional Park, Manassas, VA

September 14, 2013

All of the elements were in place for a big performance.  Fall had arrived early and the crisp morning was a stark contrast to the soggy heat of previous Women’s Half Marathons, which always felt like summer’s last putrid burp.  I […]

St. Paul Urban Trail Marathon (26.2 mi)

August 24, 2013

St. Paul, MN

I almost didn’t run the St. Paul Urban Trail Marathon because Aaron and I nearly cancelled our whole August trip to Minnesota.  I had been coaxed to time a work trip to visit the University of Minnesota to coincide […]