Category Archives: Planning

In the Interim

I haven’t done much running since the Illinois Marathon.  It’s part recovery, part laziness, and a pinch of the blahs.  During this time, I’ve been thinking a lot and preparing for the next chapter in my life. Running through Champaign-Urbana … Continue reading

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Deferred Dreams

I saw it on televised news.  I read it in my history books.  I’ve done it myself.  Individuals and groups push too hard, consume all their resources, and fail to reach their goals.  Others made steady progress and suddenly get … Continue reading

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Year 2010 Goals

After editing my goals and tightening their focus, three major goals and a few minor goals remained.  I want to run a sub four hour marathon by the end of the year, rid myself of credit card debt burden, and … Continue reading

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Five Goals in Five Years

Five years down the road, I see myself completing a few major milestones towards reaching my ten year dream.   Each goal is a dream in itself.  Beyond these milestones, other events will take place in my life such as … Continue reading

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Ten Years From Yesterday, A Look into the Future

Looking ten years into the future is a good place to start dreaming.  It’s close enough to see yet far enough to reach out to it. It provides time and opportunities to adjust the journey or dream to fit the … Continue reading

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Air Bound: Planning for 2010 and Beyond

The plane calmly waited until the tower cleared her for take off.  She roared to life, sprinted down the runway, and leapt into the air.  She circled downtown Philadelphia for one last good-bye.  I saw the Philly streets I ran … Continue reading

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A Christmas Gift to Myself

I decided to get myself a Christmas gift this year.  I haven’t been happy with where I have taken my life.  There are things I want to change and improve.  I haven’t lived my life to its fullest potential everyday. … Continue reading

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