60 days to go!

I lift up my eyes to the hills—
   where does my help come from?
   My help comes from the LORD,
   the Maker of heaven and earth.
   He will not let your foot slip—
   he who watches over you will not slumber – Psalm 121

60 days until the C.I.M. (Calif. Intl. Marathon)! Unbelievable! It seems like only yesterday that Amy and I were kibitzing over the challenge of doing 26.2 miles. What race to enter? Should I prayerfully consider doing a fund raiser for the Ishimwe Center? Are we crazy? Now, four months and 600 plus training miles later, there have been some lessons learned.

• Start early and start often.
• Marathon training means miles of running (duhh!).
• Family & friends make all the difference in the world.
• Chafing happens, sometimes in the oddest places.
• Weight will come and go. Don’t obsess. Eat healthy.
• Practice with gels, drinks, clothes, etc. No surprises on race day.
• Run for the joy of it.
• Keep your toenails clipped.
• iTunes inspires running performance.
• Hill running helps with strength training & mental toughness.
• On fundraising: People will surprise you with their generosity. THANK YOU!

I am grateful for Fall weather!
I am grateful for the Holy Spirit dwelling in my children!
I am grateful for walks, hand in hand with Janet!
I am grateful for coffee time w/ friends & family!
I am grateful for the BSF study of Isaiah!