γνῶθι σεαυτόν (Know Thyself)

Any guy under 40 will recognize “Know Thyself” from the Oracle’s kitchen in the Matrix or other more enlightened among you may know it was inscribed in the forecourt of the Temple of Apollo at Delphi. Either way I made the grave mistake this past year of not heeding those wise words.  I’m kind of …

Summerfest 12k Race Report (a.k.a. Portraits of Pain Details)

Stubbornness and racing are two key parts to my running. Some people may want to substitute willpower or perseverance for stubbornness but I consider myself to be stubborn. It is really just whatever helps you finish your race. It is that quality that helps you ignore thoughts of slowing down or just dropping out. Personally, …