I have almost always thought myself a gem. It was only when I began to treat myself differently (and allowed others to also) that trouble came. As time has marched forward, I have reclaimed myself as the gem of my youth, flawed but polished. -Lynne Wise

I hate running. I admit it. I take forever to muster up the energy to even start. When I do start, getting from point A to B feels like a curvy, uphill battle even when the road ahead appears flat. The single best thing about it is the fact that when I run, I think. I often come up with some marvelous thoughts that I can’t write down. But this quote, as I pounded the pavement toward improved health stayed with me. Let it marinate. #runnersclarity