Tag Archives: racing

26.2

Posted on November 12, 2018 by lucindasrunningblog

Three weeks ago, I ran the Ashworth Awards Baystate Marathon, my first 26.2! I started running 8 years ago, and it’s become a big enough part of my life that people constantly ask, “Have you run a marathon?” Until the … Continue reading →

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No Faking It

Posted on June 14, 2018 by lucindasrunningblog

For four years I’ve been running with the Maine Road Hags, an all-women’s team that competes at the Cabot Trail Relay on Cape Breton Island every May. The 17 legs of the staged relay race take place over 2 days, after months … Continue reading →

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Sweat and Blood Experience

Posted on August 19, 2017 by lucindasrunningblog

Several months ago, I participated in a storytelling festival at NHIA where the fablous NHPR Host and Producer, Virginia Prescott, was MC. We hit it off instantly. I was feeling a bit vulnerable that night, having struggled to write a … Continue reading →

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Feeling Rakish

Posted on November 13, 2015 by lucindasrunningblog

I arrived in Paris a few days ago, stepped out of my taxi onto the cobblestone street outside of the Hotel Henriette, and looked up to see Doug Ashford! Doug was an influential teacher and friend during my years in grad … Continue reading →

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Frogs, Moss, and Emerald Pools of Water

Posted on July 25, 2014 by lucindasrunningblog

I’m writing from the Hewnoaks Artist Colony where I’m immersed in a week long residency. In addition to drawing bees, frogs, maps, and experimenting with new compositional strategies, I’ve been reading, writing, and enjoying the reflective time that artistic solitude … Continue reading →

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The Whistle

Posted on May 28, 2014 by lucindasrunningblog

Though I’ve been visiting the island since I was a little girl, Grand Manan has opened up to me in new ways since I started running. At 21 x 9 miles, it’s just the right scale, and there are abundant … Continue reading →

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My Visual Cue

Posted on March 6, 2014 by lucindasrunningblog

A week ago, just after I signed up for the Bretton Woods Nordic Half Marathon, I came down with the stomach flu. I’m almost mended, and the plan is to head to N.H. tomorrow for packet pick up, touring the … Continue reading →

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A Joy to Witness

Posted on March 6, 2014 by lucindasrunningblog

I don’t end up spectating at road races very often, and when I do, after a flicker of regret about being on the sidelines, it’s a complete pleasure. At my best, I run 7:45-8:00 minute miles, which means that when … Continue reading →

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Head to Toe Happy

Posted on February 27, 2014 by lucindasrunningblog

On February 9th, I attended the NENSA Annual New England Women’s X-C Ski Day at the Bethel Inn and Nordic Center  in Maine. If you’ve been reading this blog since the beginning, you know that my re-discovery of cross-country skiing … Continue reading →

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Matthew Barney’s Bathroom

Posted on February 10, 2014 by lucindasrunningblog

A few weeks ago, my cousin Katie invited me to join her on a visit to Matthew Barney’s Long Island City studio. I’d just opened an exhibit at Aucocisco, completed an intensive teaching gig in the new NHIA MFA program, and … Continue reading →

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