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This poem was created during a two-hour run on Saturday after the 10k race. It was hard. Aunt Phoebe (my inner judge) was whining about the rain and my stomach discomfort. I was happy to have a mantra to silence her. YAY!

I’m curious what mantra, do you have on repeat? Feel free to share with us in the comments below.

Thank you for being here,

Julie

Waves (listen to today's poem out loud)

Saturday's training run at Green Lakes State Park delivered more than just miles. As Felicia and I weaved through the trails during my 20-mile preparation for my upcoming 50-miler, nature offered us an unforgettable gift.

I can't wait to tell you about it in this episode.

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Target publication date for my upcoming book!

What voice are you choosing to listen to?

And a poem: The Scale.

Thank you for being here and allowing me the space in your inbox. Wishing you a beautiful Easter,

Julie

At yesterday’s in-person Run to Write club, we used this writing prompt: What is the first thing you bought with your own money?

Today’s story is inspired by this question.

Tell me, what is the first thing you bought with your own money?

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In yesterday’s Move. Write. Connect, we used the prompt I Am From…

We read the poem by George Ella Lyon: WHERE I’M FROM (in honor of National Poetry Month).

I Am From… listen to the poem out loud.

Your turn, where are you from? Feel free to comment and share with us at Run to Write, our free publication on Substack.

Thank you for being here,

Julie

Today's Run to Write Podcast is my experience running the Syracuse Half Marathon with my son.

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Local friends— we’re meeting in person next Wednesday (4/2) at Freedom of Espresso to move, write, and connect. There are still 3 spots open.

Put down your phone and pick up a pen. :) Join us!

Click HERE for details and to register.

Keep moving and writing,

Julie

Story time....

Have you ever failed your driver's test in spectacular fashion?

Head over to Run to Write on Substack our free publication for writing prompts, encouragement, and community.

You’re invited!

Join us for our community writing session every Monday at 11 am EST! We'll gather in silent solidarity to work on our creative projects, starting with a writing prompt to warm up.

You're welcome here if you seek accountability partners, fellow writers, or a supportive community space. After the prompt, use this focused time to advance your project in...

Yesterday was the first session of Spring into Action with the Run to Write Club. Our writing prompt was— notice the sounds around you while you’re moving. Then, choose one sound and explore what emotions or memories it evoked.

This prompt inspired today’s poem.

Voice of Joy

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Keep moving. Keep writing. God Bless.

Julie

Why move before writing.... listen to the poem of the day.

I hope it inspires you to move and write.

I’m curious, between movement and writing which one do you experience more resistance?

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Spring into Action with the Run to Write Club. Several spots remain. Please join us.

Move + Write 7-Day Practice starts March 9th. Subscribe to Run to Write on Substack to download the writing prompts and joining the community.

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My Road is making its way around the USA! Thank you, Jenn, Mary B., Julie, and David, for sharing the photos. I’m so grateful for your help.

Today's poem out loud is for you: Facing Mountains

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My daughter, Delaney loves making bracelets. She calls her business, Delaney’s Designs. I’ve hired her to make us bracelets. :)

When you sign up for Spring into Action with The Run to Write Club, you will each receive one as a welcome gift. (The colors vary.) We begin March 12, and seven spots remain.

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