Mom. Wife. Autism Advocate. Coach. Elite World Powerlifter. Crossfitter. Ultramarathoner. Triathlete.
I am an active mother of three very over-energized boys. My middle being Xander, who is 6 years old and has severe autism. Xander is non-verbal and sometimes aggressive. He is the sweetest most loving little boy you'll ever have the chance to meet. He can not read or tell me why he suddenly goes from... Continue Reading →
For years, I’ve been a runner but never run in a race until I moved to South East Texas in late 2013. I hadn't run since I graduated high school in 2001. I moved to Beaumont, a community big on running. I decided after months of searching for a 5K race that I'd give racing... Continue Reading →
As I lay here with my son Xander, as many of my followers know is affected by autism - I read through posts of friends and families who are also affected and they feel as if they are all alone fighting alone. It saddens me to know that they feel alone when they're not. I've... Continue Reading →
Running for a purpose for Team Xander in what I call my first "REAL" trail race today! Brazos Bend 50 (25K) was a great first 25K experience. It was a great race with snakes, gators, thunder, lightning, high winds, pouring rain, hail, muddy wet trails and the people I call family. The best part of... Continue Reading →
Gorgeous day perfect for running/walking a 5K! The Tyler Run for Autism was so much fun! This run was not about setting a new PR but to enjoy the course with Xander and all the other special needs families that do it every year! Not every run/race has to be about the PR. My bestie... Continue Reading →
Loved the course! Raced through a gorgeous neighborhood with big trees shading the course and gorgeous homes to admire along the way! I wondered if the multiple loops were ever going to end! 😉 The weather was gorgeous with a slight overcast and breezy just a bit humid. It's not a PR but I had... Continue Reading →
Ever have one of those races you've been planning months for and it doesn't end up going as planned? Well, some races days just don't go as planned and today was one of those races. The plan was to run the Kinsel Ford 5K with all three kiddos except, Xander and Xayden weren't able to... Continue Reading →
I raced my first EVER full marathon and OMG am I ever so glad for that goal to be over with! LOLI was feeling great and clocked my half way point at 2:29 which beat my Houston R&B Half (if it counted). At mile 20, I honestly wanted to just quit. I just felt fatigue.... Continue Reading →
I'd like to share my story with you... Between the ages of 6 and 17 years, as a victim of molestation and rape by a close family member, personal experience taught me early how child abuse can paint the picture of a future of victimization on the canvas of our minds and lives so that... Continue Reading →
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