“We honor ourselves by living in commitment to our beliefs, values, and behaviors toward those who come into our lives for whatever reason.” For those who didn’t catch the announcement on Facebook, I had a crash on my bike this past Saturday. A car unexpectedly made a right turn just in front of me and I couldn’t stop in time to avoid hitting him. Other than a scare, a scratch on the car, and a little twist to...

Positive is ours to live, give, and be — make those around you positive, too! There is nothing I enjoy more than being around people who energize and inspire me. It is in this interaction where I obtain perspectives and information that enlighten and educate me. I thrive on it — who doesn’t? Unfortunately there is the other reality — those that have not yet found their peace, joy, or passion. It is often these people who...

“The impact of your life is measured by how your lessons live on in others.” I have often heard people talk about their “legacy.” And, have participated in numerous conversations tied to the question — ”what is your legacy?” Previously, I considered this a significant, poignant question. However, over time, my perspective on this has changed in a subtle, yet significant, way. What is important to me, regarding my...

“Accountability is what remains when responsibility has been subtracted.” When discussing the lesson of embracing responsibility, there are three components to this lesson: 1. I own my current situation: a. I am here as a direct result of all the decisions I have made in my life. b. I am here because I am supposed to be here. All the choices and decisions that I have made in my life have brought me to this place. There is not...

Last week I was sharing with a good friend the challenges I faced through Brandon’s behaviors, experiences, and journey. At one point she commented on my ability to stay focused and keep moving despite the painful distractions these events created. What I shared with her was one of the four powerful lessons of 100 Pedals – embracing responsibility. Despite what has happened or what I experience in my life, it is not my attitude...

Even though you may deceive others, you are only deceiving yourself. The revelation of truth is when your character is defined. There is an old saying, “You can run, but you can’t hide.” Eventually, most of our hidden secrets and truths get revealed. Depending upon the scale of the act and the intensity of the deception, uncovering the truth has its defining moments. Regardless, we all have to come clean eventually. It is in...