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The River's Writer and Survivor
A story of endurance and devotion, plus a prompt
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Running the Canyons of the Ancients
Visiting our threatened public lands, plus recommendations & updates
Feb 4
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Your Watch Isn't Smarter Than You
Why I push back on my Garmin's virtual coaching feedback
Jan 28
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I Need to Get Something Off My Chest
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The History-Making Shot
Mar 27, 2024
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Wild & Tough to Swallow
Jul 16, 2025
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A Drinking and Running Story
Dec 27, 2024
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My Hardrock Hundred Preview
Jul 9, 2025
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Signs of Aging as a Runner
Oct 23, 2024
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Bonus Post: Our Zoom talk with Maggie Guterl
On injury, unfinished business, and more
Jan 23
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Gotta Try New Things
A backcountry adventure in which I learned a lot, including that I suck
Jan 14
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Bonus Post: Writing Inspiration
Why we craft and share stories
Jan 10
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Sarah Lavender Smith
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I Need to Get Something Off My Chest
Why I’m sharing the story of my breasts and sounding off on cosmetic surgery
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Ready, Set, Plan
How to organize your training for the new year, plus ultra inspiration
Dec 31, 2025
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Bonus Post: 'Tis the Season to Chill
A personal update with cheer and fear, and a story of how I fell for slop
Dec 24, 2025
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Sarah Lavender Smith
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My Favorite Books and Shows from 2025
Plus a personal update about running or lack thereof
Dec 17, 2025
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Bonus Post: Sound Off About the Season
And think about what you want
Dec 13, 2025
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A Year-End Wrap of Races I Recommend
Where I raced in 2025, plus lottery outcomes and plans for the coming year
Dec 10, 2025
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