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Day: March 29, 2016

Rekindling an Old Flame

Posted on March 29, 2016October 2, 2016 by Flies on a Wall

The light from my headlamp threw the shadow of a lurking lizard onto the wall and made him 100 times larger than his actual size. His silhouette bobbed up and down and chirped loudly, trying to attract the lady lizard who was hiding in the dark. Though I couldn’t see the female, I knew that[…]

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Larry and Jaala climb, surf, ski, paraglide, run, travel, explore, teach and help others.

We are so proud of this young lady, not only for r We are so proud of this young lady, not only for recently graduating university, but for landing a job as a 1st grade teacher. The next generation is in good hands!
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Moroccan musician playing the gamberi instrument. Moroccan musician playing the gamberi instrument. The musician twirls the tassel while playing. 

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Preparing for a Ballon flight near Marrakech, Moro Preparing for a Ballon flight near Marrakech, Morocco. The views of the Atlas Mountains at sunrise were amazing.
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After a week long trip to Marrakech, Morocco it's After a week long trip to Marrakech, Morocco it's time to reset in America. The country is unique, alive, and a fusion between African and European cultures. There is so much more to explore, we will be back without a doubt. 

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What do you do when you are bored while working at What do you do when you are bored while working at home during COVID? Do a 1-year hair farming time lapse apparently. At the end of 1 year, my hair length was 7” and my beard length was 7.2”. I told my wife if she would put up with it for a year then she could cut my hair and beard however she wanted… Deal. Oh, and doing the Whole 30 for 365 days while growing hair was part of the event, who would have guessed, put on 9 lbs... Send this to someone that needs to do their own Hair Farming Challenge!
The Sandlot Fitness Festival in Jacksonville, FL b The Sandlot Fitness Festival in Jacksonville, FL brought fitness experts  from many disciplines as well as a variety of high level athletes together for an amazing weekend. Jaala was invited as both a guest speaker and athlete. She gave a motivating speech about fitness in hostile environments, then competed in the GORUCK Games which had a variety of strength and endurance events to test athletes from a variety of disciplines. What a great way to bring communities together! It made me laugh to see Jaala running through Savage Race obstacles with a smile on her face, she is happiest in the arena.

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Lovin' the beach life this week at Jax Beach. Lovin' the beach life this week at Jax Beach.
What happens when you mix a wet slide designed for What happens when you mix a wet slide designed for kids, with a Gore-Tex jacket, then add a sharp bend in the middle? "OMG it's so fast!".
** PHOTO BY GORUCK ** Jaala is currently competing ** PHOTO BY GORUCK ** Jaala is currently competing in one of the hardest endurance events in the world, GORUCK Selection. 47 men and one woman started, and after 8 hours half are gone. In a typical year 0 to 3 people make it to the 48 hour mark standing. Everyone is pulling for you Jaala, give it your best!
On popular hikes and climbs, often times the early On popular hikes and climbs, often times the early bird catches the worm. That was the case yesterday on Old Rag Mountain, VA. A summit sunrise with nobody else in sight. 

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The cherry blossoms of Washington DC mark the comi The cherry blossoms of Washington DC mark the coming of Spring. Thousands of people come to see the beauty, but solitude can still be found before sunrise for those willing. #cherryblossom #washingtondc #travel2021
There's just something about exploring a place on There's just something about exploring a place on earth you've never been before. It doesn't have to be exotic foreign travel, it could be as simple as walking on a trail you've never ventured on close to your house. My wife and I have climbed all over the Flatirons in Boulder, Colorado but never on this particular sliver of rock, and there was something to the newness.
If you need a dose of motivation, listen to Jaala' If you need a dose of motivation, listen to Jaala's recent Black Diamond podcast interview (link in bio) where she talks about what life was like as a woman living and working abroad in China, Jordan, Afghanistan, and Micronesia. Jaala also talks about her mindset when training and competing in ultra-endurance events like the grueling #GORUCK Selection. 

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I have to talk up my wife Jaala for a moment. She I have to talk up my wife Jaala for a moment. She is a natural athlete by nature, and a coach at heart. She was a National Level swimmer in her youth, and a Division I cross country and swimming athlete through college, 2x CrossFit Regionals athlete and has a passion for ultra-endurance events. She is also CrossFit HQ Kids Seminar Staff, and Precision Nutrition Level 1 Certified.

I’m so excited that Jaala has started her own online fitness and nutrition coaching business Drop by Drop Fitness. If you, or some you know is struggling to meet their athletic or nutrition related goals, I encourage you to check out dropbydropfitness.com and @dropbydropfitness on Instagram. Jaala is the best coach and mentor I know, and her passion for helping others paired with her knowledge of athletics and nutrition can help anyone achieve their goals.

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Jerusalem has some of the richest history, and mos Jerusalem has some of the richest history, and most contested land in the world. Walking the markets in the quarters brings history alive. The Church of the Holy Sepulture is where Christians believe Jesus was resurrected. Several blocks away is the Mosque of Al-Aqsa where Muslims believe Mohammad ascended to heaven. The Western Wall and Temple Mount are Holy sites of many faiths, and Jewish believers gather to pray. No matter what your beliefs, there is no doubt that Jerusalem is a special place, and worth exploring. 

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Boulder, Colorado is an outdoor lover's paradise. Boulder, Colorado is an outdoor lover's paradise. With the highest density of athletes in America, you simply have to knock on your neighbor's door for someone who can challenge you. Although they appear small in the photo, the Flatirons are over a thousand feet high and one can climb the face in 5-6 climbing pitches. If you love outdoor sports, Boulder is the place for you.

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