Every Beginning is Tough
Let’s be real: starting to run is never easy. But big goals need big effort! For me, 2025 means spending A LOT of time on my feet. Why? Because I’m training for a 24-hour hike in June. Success won’t come easy, but every step gets me closer. Let’s go!
By June 2025, how far could I run or hike? With consistent training and focus, I’m excited to push my limits and see what’s possible. This is my next challenge—let’s see where the journey takes me!
Sitting here and typing these words feels almost nostalgic. Blogs and I – we’ve always had a special connection. My first blog? That was back in 2010. Blogging was so different back then. Personal, free, without algorithms deciding who sees what. I had all kinds of blogs: a personal one, a running blog, even a photo blog with a friend. It wasn’t about perfection or reach; it was simply about sharing thoughts, pictures, and moments.
Then Instagram and all the other platforms came along. Suddenly, blogs felt … well, outdated. Social media became fast, loud, fleeting – and I went along with it, like most people. But I always had this feeling that something was missing.
Now, at the end of 2024, I’m ready to go back. Back to a space that isn’t driven by likes, followers, or algorithms. I want to blog again – minimal, simple, raw. No fancy features, no complex design. My new blog will be just that: simple and honest. A space where I can share whatever’s on my mind.
Maybe someone will read it, maybe not. And that’s okay. I’m doing this for me – just like I did back then.
Thanks for being here and sharing this new beginning with me.
– See you soon,
Mike
BarkleyMarathon.com 