1/2/2012 

I’m two days into 2012 and I’m feeling downright positive. My thoughts dictate my actions and my happiness. I’ve been racking my brain to figure out the best way to give kids the gift of health. Healthy minds and healthy bodies. I’ve spoken often about the Papa Didos million mile relay. I’ve received lots of feedback and of course there are always the naysayers. There are plenty of people that see obstacles. Once again I see possibility. I do believe in planning but I also believe there is a time to act. It’s often said that we stand in the way of our own success. That, of course, is if we are afraid to take the steps. Plenty is unknown. I control nothing but my own thoughts and actions. This year I will continue stepping and heading towards my goal...

1/1/2012

For this new year, I’ve decided I’ll put some of my stories on this site for your enjoyment. I’m even considering putting up some pictures for kids to color. But first thing’s first. Read the gift and feel free to sent me your comments and input. If you are an artist and would like to illustrate for Papa Didos send me some sketch ideas.

The Gift

This is the story of a father and his son and the enormous love the father held in his heart. Peter was the man’s name and his son was named Troy. Peter and Troy lived a very happy and good life. Pete made sure that his son never needed anything because he always wanted to provide everything for his family.

Peter worked very hard. Sometimes he worked too hard, but to him his son was worth every bit of hardship he endured...

12/30/2011

If we continue to do the same thing over and over again should we expect different results? The answer is evident. Sometimes it is the smallest change in a routine that sparks an explosive new direction. We are responsible for our own happiness. If we aren’t happy with something the change is in our hands.

Since completing my run across America I’ve had lots of time to think. All the thinking gave me serious withdrawal symptoms and I longed for the road. I missed the magic and I missed being in tune with the universe. I still run just about every day but I’m not logging the monster miles anymore. I try to hover around thirteen to twenty miles a day now. Believe me, it’s not the same.

I’ve made a few little changes to my routine. I’ve even made a slight change in my appearance...