My Favorite Things

The last few days have been sunny and beautiful. I have spent the days outside as much as possible enjoying the mild winter weather.  The snow is melting and I actually saw some green peaking through the ground in my flower bed.  This is very unusual for this time of year.  It is as if spring is early and the temperature prediction for the weekend is 60.  I have looked at the calendar many times to make sure of the date.  The sun and warmth enticed me to buy a bouquet of flowers for my dining room table.  Flowers to me are absolutely beautiful and very visually pleasing to the eye. Sunshine and flowers together are a winning combination.  I can't wait to fill the yard with flowers.

Laney was not as enthused about the winter warm up.  She spent her day lounging on the couch.  I think she is still hibernating. The most activity she got was eating. She refused to share my love for the flowers as she rolled over and sighed as I displayed them in a vase.

Well, it was back on the indoor track this eve for a four mile walk.  Last couple of days I had to let my body rest as I had discovered some sore muscles that I didn't know I had. But, tonight the four miles passed quickly as it seems like a short walk in comparison to twelve. My husband is lucky as he had no pain from walking.  I think  I'll catch a piggy back ride on him next time. Ha! Ha!  I guess that will be a dream.  Life is beautiful!

La beaute est dans le ceil du spectateur.

All Things Possible

Did you know that there has been stories told about dogs that have walked thousand of miles to find their owners.  Sometimes when pets are abandoned they have been known to cross the U.S. to find their way back home. That is a true sign of love and determination. Maybe our pets can teach us never to give up.

 I wish that the doctor that told my parents many years ago that I would always struggle walking could have been at the track today.  As I rounded the last lap of a 12 mile walk I wanted to tell him that all things are possible with love and determination.  I am not going to lie and say I didn't hurt, because I was feeling the pain.  But, the greatest moment is when my husband gave me a high five and picked me up to hug me. He was excited that we had finished a goal together and happy for me that I had not given up. I wasn't sure if I could make it to the car, but I got my second wind as the cold air hit my face. We feel confident now that we can accomplish our half marathon. 

On our way home today my husband asked me what our next adventure is.  I am not sure, but I told him lets finish the half marathon first.  As for now, I'm going to rest my body and hopefully I can sweet talk my husband into a foot massage. 

In case your wondering it was 108 times around the track. My husband kept asking what's for dinner. All I could think about was the finish line and how lucky I was that he was there with me. Never give up chasing your dreams, because all things are possible. Life is beautiful!!!

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