The Sanctity of the Run

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The Sanctity of the Run From Chicken Soup for the Soul: Runners By Luci L. Creery Sweat cleanses from the inside. It comes from places a shower will never reach. ~George Sheehan I ran competitively as a teenager. I was the daughter of a struggling single parent, and running was my escape from a broken home and the burden of never having enough money. Running was relatively cheap, and it took me places I would not have gone otherwise. I was even banking on a track scholarship to get me through college since my mom, then working as a minimum-wage clerk, clearly couldn't afford my tuition. Then, at the beginning of my senior year, I was in a terrible car accident. Before I knew it, I was stranded in a hospital bed with a shattered lumbar, a cracked pelvis, a punctured lung, and several broken ribs. Needless to say, the accident quelled my dreams. (Keep reading) Read More Buy This Book

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February is Pet Dental Health Month. Did you know dental health is a key part of your pet's overall well-being? Healthy teeth and gums help support fresh breath, comfortable eating, and a happier, healthier life. Regular brushing, crunchy treats, and quality nutrition can make a big difference in keeping smiles bright — inside and out. This month (and every month), take a moment to check your pet's teeth and show their smile some extra love.

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