Run to Write

Good morning RWC! Join us tomorrow 10/14/22 for our writing group from 11-11:30 am (EST). All are welcome. We meet on zoom for 30 minutes to write together. The link is below. You and the Road Lace-up your sneakers No responsibility You and the road, free Runner Writer There once was a runner writer Who thought her poems made running brighter To rhyme was such fun Silly laughs each run Her pen, sn...

Running is solitude Running is space Running is breathe, relax Keep my pace. Running is to fly Running is free Running is uphill and down A time to be me. Running is explore Running is release Running is meditative Settle in and be. Running is conversation Running is play Running is joy and love Fresh air, yay! RWC Writing Group meets tomorrow on zoom 10/7 from 1-1:30 pm (EST) This is a public epi...

Good morning RWC! A quick reminder that we will meet on Friday from 11-11:30 am (EST) for the writing group over zoom. All are welcome. I hope to see you there. Here is the link to join us. A tunnel of color on her right and left She hears the rustling of leaves the sound of her breath The autumn season she loves A great time to run Enjoying the miles before the season is done She knows winter wil...

WELCOME AUTUMN Red, orange yellow stride The chase is on— Autumn arrives. Swirling color leads the way Maple leaves running Wind sways Feet follow ahead to catch a Spark ignites Fall feeling the best Run in color Come to play Joy on the path Seize the day. Here is the link for tomorrow’s writing group on zoom. We hope you can join us from 1-1:30 pm (EST). All are welcome- no requirements. This is...

WORDS On the road is when the words blow in Bouncing around with every stride The miles alive—her guide Run on sentences with every turn Phrases fill her head Do they matter? There's so much chatter A thought or two will do She dashes home Grabs a pen Sweat drips splatters the page Empty your mind Her hand races from side to side Words keep coming On the page In hopes, they do engage To spread lov...

Good morning run to write community. A quick reminder—the writing group meets tomorrow. We meet on zoom for 30 minutes to write together. Please join us—all are welcome. If you have any questions simply hit reply or leave a comment below. September 9, 1-1:30 pm (EST) Now to the poem out loud. This poem is from Running Into Poetry: An invitation to be present on your path. BELIEVE IN YOU Believe in...

Good morning RWC! Listen in or read the poem for today. MANY ROADS There are many roads to travel. Which one do you take? One with fewer turns Well-worn path No climbs or mistakes. Stay small Keep quiet Hide your light Doesn't seem that bad. Yet— A feeling was rising A nudge at your feet This road boring your thoughts on repeat. Curiosity grew Courage too Ruckus maker— You might Turn around Change...

Good morning! This Thursday I’m thankful for the crescent moon, the groundhog in our backyard teaching me, and the lessons from the book Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer. Today’s poem will be read by Delaney Hughes. I’m so grateful she will be reading Free and she turns eight years old today. Happy Birthday, Delaney! Tell me what are you thankful for? FREE I feel secure, free Wide open s...

Good morning Run to Write Community! Thank you to those who came to the writing group yesterday. It was great to see you and write together. If you would like to start a writing practice come write with us. Subscribe to juliebhughes.substack.com to learn when we meet each month. Now to the poem of the day out loud. MAKE A RUN FOR IT Darkness thick Right foot follows out into the warm morning. Make...

Happy Thursday! Today’s poem is inspired by some sneaker shopping. It’s the only shopping for myself that I truly enjoy. Right now I’m swapping each run between Brooks Glycerin and Saucony Ride. I’m curious what sneakers are you running in? NEW SNEAKERS Two blue boxes Just for me Brand new sneakers Shopping spree Unmistakable smell Takes me back Brand new sneakers I no longer lack Cushion & suppor...

Try Again is a poem from Running Into Poetry: An invitation to be present on your path. You can grab a free Kindle version copy on Amazon from August 6th-8th. It would be awesome if you leave a review so other readers can find this book of poetry. Try Again was inspired by my persistent dream to run The Boston Marathon. It took many years and many try agains to achieve. I hope this poem inspires y...

Dirt packed trails beneath Arms swing, eyes ahead Pick up the pace Sneakers firmly laced Look up A Hawk! Wings outstretched Soars— Catching the breeze Glides alongside the trees. Woodpecker red Hanging out Oak tree has acorns Hello! I hear her shout. Breathing the warm air Relaxes my soul Blue Jay sings from above Let go, Let go. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with oth...

HUMAN Run for my bones Run for my heart Run for my two Children so I Don’t scream & shout. Run for my mind Run for my Soul Run to free myself When I might lose control. Run for my body Run to think clear Run to write words To remember each year. Run to push limits Run to dig deep Run to stay present So I don’t fall asleep. Run to find joy Run to find me Run to keep going When it’s too hard to see....

Loop in the woods Dirt trail beneath Mighty Oaks Vibrant Evergreens Look! A Hawk glides the treetops Wings outstretched High fiving as She soars. Lookup Swing arms Look around Dart the rocks Eyes spot— Woodpecker! Crimson head Drum, drum, drum How could I miss Her teaching as I run— Open my mind. Join us tomorrow July 15th to write on zoom 11-11:30 am (EST) click the button above to join us. This...

Good morning Run to Write Community! I want to give a shout-out to Felicia for joining us yesterday to write! We had a great time and looking forward to next week’s meet-up. Thank you so much. Here’s the poem out loud today—PONYTAIL SWAYS read by Delaney Hughes. PONYTAIL SWAYS My ponytail sways Side to side Eyes ablaze Enthusiasm for the road A time, place to let it all go Both feet are off the gr...

I’m surrounded by trees, a clear sky, the waterway, and wildlife. I notice how green it is— wow look at all the cattails — a red-winged blackbird must have heard me as it sang out. I see him sitting on one of the cattails as I run past.   Five miles in my right leg begins to speak up a bit. I take a deep breath and shift my mind to a white butterfly then two, then three. Before I know it, I’m coun...

Good morning! Today is Thursday and that means a poem out loud. Delaney is with me to read—SUPERPOWER! Enjoy! SUPERPOWER We mother runners Cherish our time on the road Power in our legs The miles are fuel A charge, freedom in our minds Fire in our hearts Energy we need Motherhood we can handle Purple toenails too Let go of the guilt Run, a moms superpower Keep pushing courage We are enough moms Re...

A NEW PATH Hilly climbs surround you Challenges you need to face The only way is up— Gulp Do I have what it takes? Can I handle this detour? It came out of the blue Do I embrace this new path Or dig my heels in and stew You can do this I hear a voice Yes you have what it takes Accept the road you’re on One small step I know you can take Keep pushing courage Grab my hand Keep your eyes and heart op...

Today’s Poem of the Day is from: Running Into Poetry—An invitation to be present on your path. Here’s what I need help with—reviews. If you have purchased the book please leave a review HERE to help other readers find it. Thank you so much for supporting my work. Poem of the Day: FOX I lookup Just in time A red bushy tail Darts in front of my eyes A fox! Sprints onto the road I follow her footprin...

Today’s poem is one of my favorites from Running Into Poetry—An invitation to be present on your path. If you would like a copy Click here to order on Amazon (reviews welcome) or send me a message, and I’ll mail you a copy. I’m a self-published author—Thank you so much for your support. Poem of the Day: WINS Look for the small wins I tell myself each day To keep going and bring Happiness-is my way...

Hello! Just a heads up that there will be another Run to write community meet up June 15th, Wednesday from 11-11:30 EST free on zoom. I hope you can stop in to say hi or write with us. Now let’s get to the poem of the day. I don’t have a title yet—what comes to mind? After listening or reading share your ideas in the comments. And if you haven’t subscribed yet to Run to Write you can do that now....

Good morning! We have a guest reader today-Delaney Hughes. She will be sharing one of the poems from Running Into Poetry which is now available in paperback. You can head here to get your copy or send me an email and I will ship you one. Have an awesome day- Bounce on! Now here’s Delaney. Poem of the Day: BE THE STREAM Rolling over rocks Finds a way around the bend Pushing through the leaves Gentl...

Hey! So I’m new to trail running and I’m not sure yet about all the roots. During last Saturday’s run, I didn’t fall but I had plenty of trips and stumbles. A blessing or a curse? I don’t know yet. What I do know is the trails are challenging me to slow down and pay attention. Both of which I want to do more of in this season. The blessing, the unexpected gift from the roots on the trail. How abou...

Hey! So glad you’re here. I’m nervous to admit this but I have a poetry book coming out tomorrow! You can buy the kindle version on Amazon HERE or if you’re like me and want the actual book in hand, May 20 will be the day to grab your copy. Here’s the link again if you want to check it out: Running Into Poetry-An invitation to be present on your path. Thank you so much for your support and for spr...

Listen to the Poem of the Day out loud or read it below. Poem of the Day: FIVE MILE WINK Five miles steady I am ready— Sneakers double laced I will stick to my pace. Breathe in confidence Exhale doubt I will not back down I’m in the arena now— Resilience shining through Fight and courage too My legs charge with every stride My arms glide at my side Body, heart, mind in sync— I give a wink A secret...