Never Ring the Bell

7-40 Challenge | Round 4, Day 10 I'm reading Admiral McRaven's Make Your Bed this week. In Navy SEAL training, there's a brass bell. If you want to quit, you ring it. You're done. No more cold water, no more impossible runs, no more being pushed past what you thought you could take. McRaven's message: … Continue reading Never Ring the Bell

Headfirst

7-40 Challenge | Round 4, Day 9 I started reading Admiral McRaven's Make Your Bed today while mowing the yard. Chapter 6 is called "Dare Greatly." It's about the slide for life in SEAL training — the obstacle where going headfirst is faster but terrifying, and most people go feet first because it feels safer. … Continue reading Headfirst

Every Test Is a Milestone

7-40 Challenge | Round 4, Day 8 I had my yearly cancer checkup this week. Blood work came back exactly where it should be. Screening was clean. The doctor was pleased. It doesn't matter how much time goes by. It always feels good to get those results back. I believe firmly in my heart that … Continue reading Every Test Is a Milestone