Love and Triumph

Today has been a day to celebrate in more than one way. The storm Issac that has been rolling through has not stopped us from achieving a goal today. Yesterday the storm dumped three inches of rain on us and created a leaky ceiling due to an improperly sealed vent pipe in the roof. But, this did not deter my husband and I this morning from walking five miles. God prevailed and held the rain at bay until the last two miles which we finished in a light rain. It felt good as the heat and humidity are very high. Laney does not like rain and stayed indoors to enjoy lounging on the couch. She of course was happy to see us and greeted us at the door as we sloshed in all wet. It didn't seem to phase her that I looked liked something a cat had dragged in. The way I felt after five miles, maybe the neighbor's cat could have dragged me in. Regardless, this was a triumph for my husband and I as, my daughter and dad were very impressed. As the day climaxed it ended with lots of love as I was surrounded by my husband, children and Laney. We were celebrating the first year anniversary of my daughter's wedding. It has been a challenging year, but one that has made us stronger than ever and has proven all things are possible when we believe in our dreams.

Love looks not with the eyes but with the mind....William Shakespeare

Never Say Never

Never say never is what keeps me going and gives me the strength to get through the tough moments in life. I have always tried to look beyond what some think as limitations. I always think if plan A fails then there is B and of course there are 26 letters in the alphabet. Hopefully with goals and some thinking outside the box we can accomplish things we want to. So, I have lost my flip flops and have have found some walking shoes and hit the pavement. I have a training schedule in hand and I am determined to walk the half marathon. So far all is going well. Laney on the other hand did one mile with me and did a belly flop. I guess the heat is still too much for her. We are hoping for some break from the heat, but it has not stopped me. So far I am up to four miles in 70 minutes. Tomorrow will be five miles. I have finally made it past that slump where I feel exhausted after the walks. My endurance is improving with each walk. The last two weeks have proven to me that with determination and will power all is possible. I bless the makers of Advil, which has taken away joint pain and of course Laney who is always at the finish line for me. Every step I take is for my husband who has lived with Lymphoma for the past 15 years. I also walk in honor of my mother and cousin that lost there battle with Lymphoma. May they rest in peace as they have given me strength and purpose to accomplish great things.