Aug 28
I read a post recently by a fell runner called Ann from North Leeds Fell Runners which has stayed with me. She described becoming more injured as she gets older and the loneliness that can bring. Being laid off is no fun, in fact it is depressing and isolating, especially if a lot of your …
Jul 29
The process of knowing and understanding more is such a messy process. At least it is for me. I have just heard from Happy Aging Runner. They describe their blog audience as themselves. They learn by writing. My doctoral supervisor said the same about me. Writing means that I have to crystallise the swirling mass of …
Jul 25
My candle burns at both ends; It will not last the night; But ah, my foes, and oh, my friends— It gives a lovely light! (Edna St. Vincent Millay 1892 –1950) I found myself reciting this poem in a meeting a couple of years ago. I love it. For me, it encapsulates the …
Jul 11
This the first running post that I have written for a very long time and I am experiencing an incredible sense of release. It feels like I have been circling for years and have landed somewhere safe. After less than 24 hours, Ageing Runner already feels like home. I have been in a lonely place. …
