by Mike | Nov 22, 2024 | community, exercise, running, Silicon Valley
While sitting in the dining room, immersed on my laptop, my son Matthew walked in, visibly upset. “My bike was stolen,” he announced, his voice suddenly sinking my upbeat mood. My initial reaction was shock—how could this happen just a few blocks from our home? Then...
by Mike | Nov 21, 2022 | Bible, Corona del Mar, exercise, faith, Heaven, Jesus, marathon, running, Surfing in Heaven Original Blogs
“Be faithful, and leave the results to God.” -Amish Proverb In between surf sessions, I love to run. The physical joy and mental relief that running has provided me over the years are immeasurable. When I look back at the peaks and valleys of my Silicon Valley tech...
by Mike | Nov 6, 2022 | balance, exercise, humor, marathon, running, Surfing in Heaven Original Blogs, triathlon
“Age is an issue of mind over matter. If you don’t mind, it doesn’t matter.” – Mark Twain Like the marathon, life can have its challenges after you hit mile 20. That last stretch can hurt! My 1970s vintage Infinity surfboard now requires a little extra resin and...
by Mike | Dec 28, 2020 | Life Coaching, New Beginnings
This wedotalk podcast by good friend and running partner David Jaques provides an overview of my journey of surfing for balance in Silicon Valley. Enjoy! David Jaques Mike...
by Mike | Jun 17, 2019 | Life Coaching
“Age is an issue of mind over matter. If you don’t mind, it doesn’t matter” Mark Twain Like the marathon, life can have its challenges as you enter the second half. A good comparison is my 1970s vintage Infinity surfboard. It now requires extra resin and fiberglass...