The Road That Changed Me

Stories of faith, struggle, perseverance, and the grace of God.

You Are Not Alone
on This Road


Life doesn’t always take us down the roads we expected. Some are filled with joy. Others bring struggles, loss, and moments when we wonder how we’ll keep going.

I’ve traveled some of those roads myself.

Through running, family, faith, failure, and recovery, I’ve discovered something that changed the way I see my life: God was there, even when I couldn’t recognize it.

This is a place to share those stories, the lessons I’m still learning, and the hope that has carried me through.

Wherever you are
on your journey,
I’m glad you’re here.

The story continues

A winding country road beneath a gentle sunset

Stories & Reflections

Personal stories from the road—some from years ago, others still unfolding. Through family, faith, struggle, and unexpected encounters, life has given me many stories to tell. As in my book, I share these experiences honestly, hoping they’ll encourage you on your own road.

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A mile marker beside a quiet country road

Mile Markers

A kind word, a difficult mile, or an ordinary moment can give us something to carry forward. These brief reflections offer hope and a reminder that God is with you, wherever you are on your road.

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MEMORIES

Memories
Along the Way

Photos, articles, and items from different seasons of my life. A few glimpses into the people, places, and memories that shaped the road.

Thomas at the 2000 convocation
At a convocation, August 30, 2000.
Close-up of my 2013 Via Marathon finisher medal
My Via Marathon medal, September 8, 2013.
A handwritten note I kept
A handwritten note from along the way.
A runner on a winding road through misty woodland.

278toBoston

Some of the stories in The Road That Changed Me were first shared on my running blog, 278toBoston. Read the original posts written as the journey unfolded.