Good Morning!
I have got to be the worst blogger ever! over 100 days since my last post?!?!? Shout out to my boy Chris for calling me out on my blog asking for another post.
Here we are. As I wake up on #RSD194 (still going strong even though my blogging has been non-existent!) which also happens to be my 33rd birthday, I can't help be feel overwhelmed. Overwhelmed with support. Overwhelmed with love. Overwhelmed with joy. Completely and utterly blessed. Thankful for the ability to come out everyday and run. No matter how far, or how fast, the ability in and of itself is truly a blessing.
Just before I began the month and reached my halfway point I had a conversation with my neighbor who was moving out. His wife had been diagnosed with a condition called cerebellar ataxia. This condition has caused her to lose coordination and most of her physical functions have been reduced to that of an 85 yr old woman. This really put things into perspective for me. I have had several conversations with Ken over the year or so we've been neighbors however I had only met his wife once as her condition kept her mainly indoors. Over quite some time trying to assess her condition Ken had decided to purchase a 30 foot RV to call home so they can go and visit family in different parts of the country on their journey to an resort that they will call home until they decide their next move. Ken's unwavering commitment to his wife is truly inspiring and letting go of everything including your career to make way for greener pastures is beyond amazing. After hearing all of this I vowed that the month of July would be dedicated to Jacquie. Everyday that I feel like relaxing or I'm "too tired" or my legs feel weak or "I don't have enough time". I will remember the strength that Jacquie requires to fight her condition. the strength it takes to overcome such adversity. The strength that Ken has shown in everything he has done and will continue to do for his wife. I will tap into that strength and continue my streak. Each day I come back from a run a little piece of me wonders where they are on their journey now.....
With all that said Thanks everyone for the birthday wishes and a special thanks to my GF for making me take today off and spend time with her. I can't remember the last time I took a day off just because and it feels amazing. Now only if I can truly ignore my work email.....
So with 194 days down it's too late to turn back now! 171 more days to go! I really have to find some races to sign up for and get some more competitive running in!
Here's to not letting another 100 days pass before my next post!
