Tag Archives: roses

Silence, resilience, resurgence

Posted on July 9, 2021 by nancytinarirunswrites

I haven’t written here for months. Silence seemed the only answer when the things I wanted to write about were painful, sensitive, and a betrayal of others’ privacy. I’ve been overwhelmed with the situations faced by people my age or … Continue reading →

Posted in Injuries and Getting Older, Personal stories | Tagged hamstring injury, roses, Toastmasters, Vancouver Falcons Running Club | 3 Comments

Spirit of a Rose

Posted on November 17, 2020 by nancytinarirunswrites

I am close to letting go of this year’s roses. I have three rosebushes. One is deep red, and arrived with a description highlighting its “incredible fragrance.” My second rose variety is called “Grande Dame,” and it produces giant, dark … Continue reading →

Posted in Cycling, Injuries and Getting Older, Personal stories, Seasons, Vignettes | Tagged roses | 2 Comments

In praise of older men (and roses!)

Posted on September 23, 2015 by nancytinarirunswrites

Two days ago I was alone in the running store. It was early afternoon; there had been few customers, and the sunlight of a mild September day was flooding in, adding to the store’s peaceful, sleepy atmosphere. All of a … Continue reading →