I’ve always dreamed of doing a 100-mile MTB “race”–not to compete, but simply to finish the ride. Approaching 50, I felt like it’s now or never to check this off the bucket list. I hired a 6-time world champion endurance racer as my coach–not to replicate his success, but to see how professionals ...

My great-grandfather was one of seven siblings, and the only child who emigrated from Ireland to the United States circa 1896 (following his girlfriend, who he eventually married). After 49 years, I had an opportunity to visit my extended family in Ireland for the first time and see where this incredible journey began. Pictured ...

We jumped on a LivingSocial coupon offering a 50% discount on accommodations at The Greenbrier. Hiking, running, swimming, and a round of golf at the private Snead course. Thankfully, we discovered Lewisburg (named “Americas Coolest Small Town”), 9 miles down the road. We trekked to Lewisburg each night for dinner and had ...

After returning home from Kiawah the day after a devastating storm, Pepco informed us we could be without power for up to a week. We spent one night at home, took Cali for a hike the next day, and decided to bolt for Chicago before unpacking our bags. Yvonne always enjoys ...

Our Summer began with a trip back down to Kiawah Island at the end of June. We rented a house with the Svec family and a terrific vacation was had by all. Playing the Ocean Course from the tips was a great experience (or a good kick in the teeth), especially since the ...