“Anything is possible” is supposed to be inspirational. But it’s not really, is it? Because what happens when you can’t do that thing you really want to do? That 'anything' that was supposed to be possible. You feel like shit. You feel like a failure. Like you’re not good enough. "If it's possible, and I [...]
For about five years now, I’ve wanted to write my next book. I’ve had heaps of ideas, heaps of fucking great titles, and even started writing it a few times. But I could never quite get into the groove. I kept feeling like a bit of a fraud. Because the book I wanted to write [...]
[1 minute read] Life can be so fucking complicated sometimes. Keep it simple. Run at your pace your way, and make sure your goals and dreams are your own, not what others think you should be aiming for or even what you think you should be aiming for but what actually, undeniably makes you happy. [...]
As an addition to my previous article on low and no cost runs in South Australia, I thought I’d do a few reviews of these runs for you. This one’s of the The Great Kanku-Breakaways Marathon which also includes a 2.4km kid's fun run, 5km, 10km, 21.1km half marathon and full 42.2km marathon distance, plus [...]
Before I was a bit fatter and a bit older, completing the Adelaide Marathon in a not too shabby time the old fashioned way - by actually doing the whole thing in one hit, on the actual day of the event. No, it's not a joke. There's no punch line. Or maybe there [...]
[3 minute read] Lately a couple of people have commended me for not being afraid to speak my mind. And it's simply not true. Of course I'm afraid at times! Of course I care what people think! It's important for me to acknowledge that truth, because I think life is tricky enough without thinking other [...]
[3 minute read] Running 'bling' is a funny old thing, isn't it? Some people couldn't give a rat's. Others totally get their nickers in a knot over it. Me? I'm somewhere in between. But on the weekend I was reminded of something. Something kinda important. External validation is what I like to call 'Triple F' [...]
As an addition to my previous article on low and no cost runs in South Australia, I thought I’d do a few reviews of these runs for you. This one’s of the Murray River Trail Running Festival which also includes a 3km, 5km, and 10km distance. Location Murray Bridge is a tad under 75kms [...]
[3 minute read] I love reality talent shows like The Voice and American Idol, especially the audition rounds, and I’m not afraid to admit it. I love the singing. Sometimes I love the judges. And I love the stories. Oh, do I love the stories. The tears, the orphans, the cancer survivors… every feel good [...]
After months of talking about podcasting and thinking about podcasting, I've started actually podcasting. It's rough as guts and completely fucking self indulgent. I also swear a bit. You have been warned.
