Slay The Dragon

I arise today 
Through the strength of heaven: 
Light of sun, 
Radiance of moon, 
Splendour of fire, 
Speed of lightning, 
Swiftness of wind,
Depth of sea, 
Stability of earth, 
Firmness of rock. 

Since Global Running Day I've been trying to write a post about the person who inspires and has positively influenced my running, but I could not put it into words. And then Gabe Grunewald died and I tried to do it again... and then I tried again when I wrote my weekly recap.... and now, 5 years after his death, I still can't put into words how much my high school coach, Kevin Kirk, meant to me and how much he influenced my life, and still continues to. He was as stoic and poetic as it comes... and any of my words wouldn't do justice. Words aren’t my thing, but Running is. I try to continue to express my gratitude when I run and do my best to be present when I run and honor him that way... the only way I know how....

Breathe,
Form,
Speed, 
Grace,

Burn and Soar, Soar and Burn
​SLAY THE DRAGON!

Rest In Peace, My friend. Thank you for everything.... You are loved and missed.

And until we meet again,
may God hold you in the palm
of His hand

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