When the Streak Breaks

1,039 days.

That’s how long my “at least a mile a day” running streak lasted. Every single day for nearly three years, I laced up — rain or shine, tired or energized — and put one foot in front of the other. Until two weeks ago.

A broken tibia and fibula in my right leg brought the streak to a sudden stop. It’s been two weeks since the break and one week since surgery. I’m trying hard not to feel down, but it’s not easy. I’m a fairly active person — always on the go, always moving — and being still feels unnatural.

Maybe this is God’s way of making me slow down. Maybe it’s a reminder that rest has value too.

As I wrote in my last post, I was gearing up to start training for my 14th marathon. I felt strong, confident, and ready. My speed was improving, my training plan was solid, and I was excited to test it all in a half marathon this past Sunday.

But of course… I didn’t run.

Instead, I’m learning a different kind of endurance — the kind that doesn’t involve miles but patience, healing, and trust. My marathon plans are now deferred to 2027, giving me a year to rebuild and, as the saying goes, get “back on track.”

For now, I’m counting small victories: healing progress, movement returning, and faith that this pause will eventually lead to a stronger start line.

I just signed up for my 14th marathon

Yes, I did. Official training begins in November, but since I’ve got a half marathon coming up in October, the journey has already begun. Having these races ahead of me feels grounding, especially right now.

My heart has been heavy with recent events. Running has always been a place where I process, reflect, and carry both the hard and the hopeful. The miles don’t make the pain disappear, but they do remind me that forward motion—one step, one breath at a time—is still possible.

Brenham on the Run is still very much alive, and I’m so grateful for it. I've even added a free Saturday run group, a space where runners of all paces can show up, be accountable, and share in the simple gift of running together. I miss my old running group, but this new chapter is hopeful in helping to bring that sense of community back.

This marathon journey feels extra meaningful, too. I’ll be turning 50 years old during taper time. To me, that milestone isn’t about slowing down—it’s about honoring the years behind me while leaning with hope into what’s ahead. If 13 marathons have taught me anything, it’s this: planning is key, but so is heart. The miles matter, the schedules help, but it’s the people, the moments, and the reasons we lace up that carry us through.

Here’s to turning 50 with gratitude and strength

See you on the run. 🏃‍♀️✨

Back at It: Why I Still Love This Niche Gig

It’s been a little while since I’ve posted—life’s been full of travel, full of motion, and full of miles (lots of them!). But last week, I had one of those moments that stops you in your tracks—in a good way.

A recent Downtown Brenham tour reminded me exactly why I started Brenham on the Run in the first place.

My guest was visiting from out of town, escaping the busyness of her demanding job for a little “awaycation.” When she was planning her day in Brenham, she Googled “jogging tours,” like she does in other cities. And to her surprise, our quaint little town had one. She told me, “You miss so much when you’re just looking out the window of a car—and walking takes too long!”  That sweet spot of jogging—fast enough to cover ground, slow enough to take it all in—is exactly what she was after. And exactly what Brenham on the Run is all about.

This isn't a big-business operation. It's a niche gig for sure. But there are folks out there who, like me, believe that the best way to experience a place is on your own two feet—with a little bit of sweat and a lot of curiosity.

🟢 Coming Soon: Saturday Running Group! As soon as summer travel winds down and I’m more available on weekends, I’ll be starting a free Saturday morning running group—a casual, welcoming way to move together, take in the sights, and meet fellow locals.

Stay tuned for details, and follow along on Facebook:👉 @brenhamontherun

Until then—keep moving, keep exploring, and never underestimate the joy of seeing the world at a runner’s pace.

—Brenham on the Run 🏃‍♀️💚