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After a Fall, a Mammogram, a Biopsy, a Diagnosis, and Surgery, I'm Breast Cancer-Free
I share my successful DCIS partial mastectomy surgery, recovery, and decision not to receive radiation and endocrine therapy.

Miriam Diaz-Gilbert
Jul 2, 202410 min read


The Beginning of My Cancer Journey: Had I Not Fallen on an Uneven Sidewalk, I Would Not Have Known I Have Breast Cancer
Had I not fallen, I would not know I have breast cancer. This is the first blog post in my cancer journey - ductal carcinoma in situ.

Miriam Diaz-Gilbert
May 31, 20248 min read


10 Days After a Breast Cancer Diagnosis, I Circled With Friends at the 2024 D3 24-hr Track Ultra on Mother's Day Weekend and Placed 7th Female
This year, I tackled my fourth D3 24-hr track ultra with breast cancer. I was diagnosed tens days before the race. Here's my race report.

Miriam Diaz-Gilbert
May 18, 20246 min read


Lessons Learned from the Ultrarunning DNF
There are events we can't control. Find meaning and purpose in your ultrarunning DNF. A DNF is an opportunity for future success.

Miriam Diaz-Gilbert
Apr 30, 20247 min read


Thinking About Starting A Podcast?: Meet These Podcasters, Learn How They Got Started, and What Keeps Them Podcasting
Seven podcasters in the sports genre share their motivation for starting a podcast and offer advice on starting a podcast.

Miriam Diaz-Gilbert
Apr 18, 20249 min read


My Life with Hens and What They Have Taught Me
Life is better with hens. In this post, I share what my hens have taught me, and to inspire you to care for hens with these seven tips.

Miriam Diaz-Gilbert
Mar 28, 20247 min read


I No Longer Suffer From Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE): I Found The Cure
In this article I share how I found the cure and healed my eosinophilic esophagitis. I eliminated chemicals from my diet.

Miriam Diaz-Gilbert
Feb 28, 202412 min read


My First Solo Art Exhibition: The Stories Behind the Paintings and My Journey as a Self-taught Acrylic Painter
The stories behind the paintings of my first solo art exhibition. Nature: Mountains, Trails, Water, Sand, and National Parks.

Miriam Diaz-Gilbert
Feb 14, 20247 min read


The Ultrarunning DNF (did not finish) Is Not Failure
I have had six DNFs. Each has taught me about humility, picking myself up and dusting myself off, persevering, and plotting my next ultra.

Miriam Diaz-Gilbert
Jan 19, 20245 min read


You Can Run an Ultramarathon: 10 Tips From an Ordinary Ultrarunner
Here are 10 tips to follow as you prepare to train and run your first ultramarathon.

Miriam Diaz-Gilbert
Jan 19, 20245 min read


A Look Back at 2023: My Ultras, Memoir, Hens, Podcast Interviews, First Art Exhibit, Next Book, and More.
A look back at my 2023 ultrarunning, my book, podcast interviews, art exhibit, hens, and my next book.

Miriam Diaz-Gilbert
Jan 4, 20243 min read


My Gift to You From Our Home to Yours - Traditional Christmas Cookies & Desserts Recipes
'Tis the season! I Four traditional Christmas dessert recipes: chocolate cake, bread pudding, Italian cookies, and gingerbread cookies.

Miriam Diaz-Gilbert
Dec 17, 20234 min read


Teen Ultrarunning Phenom Kaylee Frederick: Natural Talent, God, Family, and Making History
An interview with teen ultrarunning phenom Kaylee Frederick on training, terrain, fueling, family, faith, God, and future ultramarathons.

Miriam Diaz-Gilbert
Nov 27, 20236 min read


Lessons Learned From Having Our RV Broken Into in a National Park
Our RV was broken into in a national park. This is what happened and 10 lessons learned to help everyone visiting national parks.

Miriam Diaz-Gilbert
Nov 15, 20239 min read


I Made Fig Newtons with Organic Figs and They are Delicious
I share a recipe for organic fig newtons.

Miriam Diaz-Gilbert
Nov 4, 20232 min read


It's Time to Bake Scrumptious Apple & Pear Pies
I share apple and pear pie recipes, which I've adapted using verified organic apples, pears, and ingredients.

Miriam Diaz-Gilbert
Oct 31, 20233 min read


My 2023 Hainesport 48-Hr Ultra Race Report: First Place Female Fueled by Cake, Apple Pie & More
My 2023 Beast Coast Productions Hainesport 48-hr ultra race report. I placed first female. This is how I did it.

Miriam Diaz-Gilbert
Oct 18, 202313 min read


After Stem Cell Therapy Healed Her Fractured Femoral Head Pamela Chapman-Markle Conquered Brazil 135
After stem cell therapy to treat her fractured femoral head, world class ultrarunner Pamela Chapman Markle conquers the 2021 Brazil 135.

Miriam Diaz-Gilbert
Oct 13, 20236 min read


Highlights from My Podcast Interviews About My Book Come What May, I Want to Run
My interviews with podcasters about my ultrarunning memoir, Come What May, I Want to Run and more.

Miriam Diaz-Gilbert
Sep 18, 20234 min read


The Road to My First Entry in an Art Exhibition
My first painting in an art exhibition.

Miriam Diaz-Gilbert
Sep 6, 20232 min read
