For those of you who want to have some fun on the Sunday of Memorial Day Weekend, please consider signing up to participate in the 6th Annual Memorial Run and Slug 13K. This takes place on May 25th at 10 … Continue reading
Reflections on the Boston Marathon. Thank-you for Your Support!
Four weeks ago, on April 21st, I finished running in the 118th Boston Marathon. It was an great experience and will likely be one of the most memorable in my lifetime. Maybe because of the excellent weather we had on that day, maybe because I ran a good race, or maybe because there are few opportunities for an amateur runner like me to run and be sincerely cheered on by over a million spectators. … Continue reading
Signup to Get Texts On Dr. Rob’s Status as I Run in the Boston Marathon on Monday April 21st!
I will be running in the 118th running of the Boston Marathon. After what happened last year, this year will be extra special in Boston. I’ve trained hard for this race and can’t wait to cross that finish line! Please … Continue reading
Another Case Against Retail Based Clinics
Let me start by saying how much I love nurse practitioners (I’m married to one!). I think they are well trained and I think they can do an excellent job. However, providing healthcare in a retail based clinic setting (those … Continue reading
Boston Marathon – Take 2
Two years ago I trained hard to qualify for the Boston Marathon. After months of work, I did qualify and then trained extra hard to have a great race once I was there. And then, I was surprised to arrive … Continue reading
Everybody’s Job is Made Better with Simple Appreciation!
I love this note I recently received from a 5 year old. I took a picture and share it with you here. I love the torn page and some of the spelling! I was glad she could go back to school also. … Continue reading
Thank-you For Your Support On My 100 Mile Run! Over $18,000 Raised For Abused Children and Families In Northern Kentucky!
Well, it has been just over a week since I ran my 100 mile race. Given the weather conditions, with flooding on the trail and freezing temperatures, running that distance was even more of a challenge than expected. But I … Continue reading
100 Miles of Thank You!
No amount of running can compare with the generosity that I have witnessed as family, friends and patients support my run and give to the Northern Kentucky Child Advocacy Center. A few small stories… I am overwhelmed by the amount … Continue reading
Oh What A Shame
It is sad to see this. 105 children have died from influenza so far this year. 90% of those children did not receive immunization against flu. Hard to argue with these numbers and that the vaccine, even though it may … Continue reading
50 Mile Run…Check. Next Up…100 Miles for Children of Abuse. We Need Your Help!
So I ran 50 miles on March 9th in a race at Land Between the Lakes. I came in 14 place out of 122 runners doing the 50 mile distance and I was happy to complete the race at all given … Continue reading