Tag Archive | Winning

Running for the Prize

Running for the Prize

I stood somewhere I never expected. On a winner’s podium in the first place spot, for the most unlikely reason, running. Yes, I run in timed races, so it’s not impossible except that I’m not a fast runner. Saturday, I participated in a color run in conjunction with a Walk 4 Life to support Living […]

The Benefit of Contests

The Benefit of Contests

I judge writing contests on a fairly regular basis. Sometimes for smaller, informal contests, like for a classroom, sometimes larger contests for a conference, and, obviously, the annual Havok contest. First of all, kudos to all of you who have ever entered a contest! It is a huge thing to put your work out there […]

Mountain, Move.

A few years ago, I heard the whisper of God. It was clear as these words on this screen. It said, I know the plans I have for you. Plans for hope and success and not harm. You can do this. Now I’m the One telling you that you can, but you have to put […]