A moment of peace as the day begins anew—full of possibilities.

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Courage Over Comfort 10/10
Show up, stay engaged, protect dignity, and love without prerequisites. Courage grows where shame recedes. ⭐
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I keep this quote near my desk to remind me: doing great things will always draw criticism. Talk is cheap—real value comes from showing up, working hard, and daring greatly. Be intentional about whose voices you let shape your path. #daregreatly

The highlight of this morning’s 10 miles? The environment in which I paddle: the Indian River Lagoon.
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Worked hard in near ideal conditions (still HOT) for a good 13.5-mile workout.
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Counting the Stars with Dad The last licks of orange glow on the horizon signaled nature’s transition from day to night. Sitting on a deserted beach, on an isolated key, deep in the Everglades National Park backcountry,…

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Good 13.5 or so miles this morning. Up into the Banana River and Grand Canal and back. One of my new favorite routes 👍

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Real courage is showing up—bruised, vulnerable, and still trying.

Yes, you will fail. But fall daring greatly. That’s what separates the brave from the bitter.

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A perfect morning for my 30-second intervals (x 20 with 2:30 recovery) and a little extra steady paddling. Bonus: a beautiful sunrise sky 😊

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True success is for those who step into the ring and face challenges head-on. 🎯 It's all about giving it your best shot and daring greatly, even if you stumble. How are you stepping into your arena today? I'm diving back into projects I've let linger. #DareGreatly #KeepPushing #TakeActionTuesday

Fourteen years ago I was up early and working on the novel that would eventually become Wendall's Lullaby. After eight years and a few life changes, I finally published that book in 2017. Now, I have eight books out in the world…
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