He paced the small stretch of sandy beach on the island. His hands dug deep inside the pockets of his white linen pants. Five months ago he found the note in the bottle. He waded quickly into the water to snatch it up before the current could take it back out. After running back to … Continue reading Love Is In The Air
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Table for Two
Rosevilla, Ormond Beach, FL. I waited for you, at our table for two. I could see your smile, your hand in mine as we stared lovingly beyond the trials and the joys. Us two, cross starred lovers till the end did we love each other. And so I waited for you longingly. Only to remember … Continue reading Table for Two
Run the Birthplace of Speed
When you live on Florida's east coast, or when you vacation here, running on the beach is a given. In Ormond Beach you have the great opportunity to take in the salt sea air, beautiful rolling waves, and a little bit of history while possibly joining history with a personal record. Technical Notes Easy and … Continue reading Run the Birthplace of Speed
Oasis
Washington Oaks State Park, Florida This oasis. It is nestled there. Available for any and all who seek respite and care from life's worries and weights. In fact, it waits for you there... The oasis of prayer will take you there.
Grown. Grounded. Taller.
Washington Oaks State Park, Florida Here I have grown. Waiting for you. Not because you yearned to see me, but that you discovered me. You marveled at my immensity. You wondered how old I was. You climbed me adventurously when you were ten and I was one thousand. You brought your joys, your loves and … Continue reading Grown. Grounded. Taller.
Recover with Inspiration
Running is, in my humble opinion, one of the best forms of exercise. Lacing up and hitting the open road for a long steady run is akin to the opening of the BIG present. It is when I can set an hour or more aside for hitting the road, open the stride, let the lungs … Continue reading Recover with Inspiration
The Palms Stood to Watch
Sunset. Ormond Beach, FL The palm trees gathered together to watch the sunset. In silence.
Beyond the Shore
Washington Oaks Gardens State Park, Florida Just beyond the shore lies another shore; nestled within an infinite skyline. It is from the shore peering beyond the mind begins to wonder and the feet desire; to wander; explore. What might be just over yonder?
Moonlight
The twilight of 2020...ushering in 2021...
Four Corners Run
The four corners at the foot of the Granada Boulevard bridge in Ormond Beach Florida makes for a perfect run (or walk) where you can take in nature and history while tacking on a few more miles to the sneakers. Technical Notes It is not an overly technical run. It will garner you approximately 2 … Continue reading Four Corners Run
Pilgrim's Journal 