Run to Write

By Where Movement & Writing Meet

Welcome to The Run to Write Podcast: Where Movement & Writing Meet.

Listen on Thursdays for a poem or story to energize, inspire, and get you moving & writing.

Thank you for being here.

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October 06, 2022 Running Is...
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)

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September 29, 2022 Autumn Tunnel
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 will come
Embracing the change
The squeaky of the white ground
Leaves for snow exchange
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September 22, 2022 Welcome Autumn
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.

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September 15, 2022 Words
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 love and encouragement is the goal
She pushes through the hesitation
Dreams the words inspire,
bring resonation.
For tomorrow a new day, a new run
And more words to come

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September 08, 2022 Believe
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 yourself
It's really that simple
It doesn't need to be complicated
though the whispers linger
Those whispers are musty—
stale and uninspired
An old story on the shelf
Time to let go—said yourself.
Leave it there
Let it collect dust
You get to write a new story
you must—
take the leap
Deep inside you're ready
You know what you're
meant to do
Go for it!
We're cheering for you.
—You can do it.

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September 01, 2022 Many Roads
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 direction
Permission you give
yourself—
Make the climb
You have what you
need inside
Stop the cycle
A choice to make
Great things
are yet to come
Adventure of life
is yours to hum.
Tell me what road will you choose today?

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August 25, 2022 Free
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 spaces
nothing can stop me.
Gain ground on the roads
I feel at home
ready to fly
A bird soaring high.
Forward motion
beats the commotion
Fresh air even if it's cold
I am bold.

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August 18, 2022 Make A Run For It
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 a run for it I say Before my mind gets in the way. I can’t wait for her Don’t give her time to catch up her squeaky voice interrupts— Stay in bed It’s too dark out Run another time We’ve had a good run Yet—I’ve retrained my mind Run first Don’t think Clothes laid out Sneakers at the door Run loop ready Slip out Make a run for it My body shouts Clouds hide the stars Where is the moon? I look up into the darkness There she is Good morning Moon. Let’s make a run for it! It will be light soon.

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August 11, 2022 New Sneakers
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 & support
Happy feet
Brand new sneakers
Plus the colors are sweet!
Secure, double knot
Fit snug
Brand new sneakers
A giant bear hug
Essential for the miles
Extra pair is a must
Brand new sneakers
Never collect dust
Worn with joy
Reenergize my run
Brand new sneakers
Roads to outrun
The next RWC writing group is TOMORROW from 11-11:30 am (EST) on zoom. Click the button below to join us.

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August 04, 2022 Try Again
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 you to keep trying.
Thank you so much for being here and now to the poem…
TRY AGAIN
Try again
First
Second
Third time
Try again
And you will find
Lessons learned
Growth, and progress
Failures will happen
It’s all part of the process
Try again
It will happen this time
Press on, pivot
You got this climb
Try again
Trust and believe
You have what it takes
You will succeed!
—Go on, try again…

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FAQs about Run to Write:

How many episodes does Run to Write have?

The podcast currently has 172 episodes available.