Tag: tradition
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When the Weight Becomes Worth It

“This nation will remain the land of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave” — Elmer Davis Today, I watched my 11-year-old daughter take on Murph—in a weight vest, following full movement standards. If you’re not familiar with Murph, it’s a CrossFit workout performed every Memorial Day in honor…
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The Ornament That Started It All

Every year, for the past 12 years, I’ve placed this ornament on our Christmas tree. And every year, as I put it on and take it off, I’m overwhelmed with love, gratitude, and memories that shaped the life we’ve built together. You see, this isn’t just an ornament—it’s the ornament. The first one Gordon and…
