I wrote the post below awhile back for the Phi Delta Theta Blog – http://www.phideltblog.com. After reading it again, I thought it would perfect for my running project as thanking others is a big component of the project. Those who participate will have the opportunity to thank important people in their lives. I’ve found that…
50 U.S. Cities I’d Like To Feature
I’ve been able to fill about 20% of the first 52 weeks for my running project. Runners across the United States and Canada have raised their hands and have volunteered to run their city for a cause. As I work towards filling the remaining spots, I thought it would be fun to recommend a city…
What Rick Steves Can Teach Us About A Good Run
Thanks to my sister and brother-in-law, Tillie and I made the journey to Des Moines this evening to hear a talk from travel guru Rick Steves. As many of you know, I’m a fan of traveling, and Rick Steves’ guidebooks enhanced my journey around Europe when I studied abroad in college. I’m a fan. I…
My Plan For The Future Of This Blog – agoodrun.com
My recent 65-mile eight states in eight days running trip to celebrate my 30th birthday was arguably one of the most fun, exciting and meaningful weeks of my life. I expected it to be a serious adventure, but what I didn’t expect was the immeasurable support, encouragement, camaraderie and love along the way. I created…
30 More Lessons Learned – From Readers
Last week I published 30 Lessons Learned in 30 Years to celebrate my 30th birthday. Within the post, I offered a challenge for readers to submit their own lessons learned. Here they are. Thanks to my wife Tillie, Justin Dandoy, Sparky Reardon and Don Bennie for submitting lessons. Great stuff. Even the smallest gestures of…
Best Of – My Running Trip
I thought it would be fun to develop a “Best Of” list from my recent eight states, eight days run. The week was one that I will never forget, and the price tag for the trip was ~$225!! If you include the one-way flight home ($140) plus the travel pack and supplies (~$100) it totalled…
Day 8 – 8.6 Miles in Washington, DC
The final day. Whew. Prior to leaving for the trip, I had mentally prepared myself to be uber-sore by day eight. But I wasn’t. I think the constant travel, excitement and adrenaline from each city kept my body fresh. I woke up in Baltimore, packed up my stuff and prepared to take the local transit…
Day 7 – 7.54 Miles in Baltimore
On Wednesday morning, I was surprised to wake up feeling so good. I packed up my bag and took the red line back up to the Port Authority Bus Terminal to catch the Megabus. I had arrived a bit early and was able to hop on an earlier bus to Baltimore. What do you know,…
Day 6 – 15.43 Miles in New York City
Wow, yesterday was a crazy but awesome day. How can one not be extremely excited about running through New York City? John Talcott dropped me off at the Megabus stop for my 7:00am departure. Upon arrival I noticed that neither of the two buses there were going to New York. I had a mild panic…
Haikus for Steve’s Trip – By JP
During my time in Pittsburgh, I was able to spend time with a man who just might be the next big thing when it comes to the haiku. Yes, the haiku, a Japanese poem of seventeen syllables, in three lines of five, seven, and five. Little did I know that Jordan has recently become a…
Day 5 – A Beautiful 8.04 Miles in Pittsburgh
Prior to leaving for this trip, I mentioned that I was most excited about visiting Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It did not disappoint. I’ve spent much time in Pittsburgh through my travel with Phi Delta Theta and it has become one of my favorite cities for a variety of reasons. During my first visit to Pittsburgh, I…
30 Lessons Learned in 30 Years
Traveling on a bus for the last four days has given me plenty of time to think. I created this run to celebrate turning 30 so I thought it would be fitting to make a list of 30 lessons I’ve learned/or principles that I try to live by in my life. By no means am…
A Good Run 