1/15/11

We took this hill today

I spent yesterday running errands with my mom and my son. Despite being stuck in the car all day long, I still feel lucky to have spent the time with them. Before I know it, the start day of my run will be here and I will be completely focused on the steps before me. Yes there is still so much to take care of. But, everything will fall into place and happen the way it’s supposed to happen. There really is no other option. I don’t think there is any more that I could have done up to this point. I am comfortable with the progress of everything outside of my control. To be disappointed or unsatisfied would be to bring unnecessary pressure into my sphere. Mastering each step will be difficult enough. I am placing my trust firmly in the hands of everyone else...

1/10/11

It ticks away

Every moment every minute

Minute details needing attention

But I’m in it

Invested heavily

Steadily keeping course

I feel no remorse

The choice has been made

Dues paid

One month to go

Still don’t know

What is waiting out there

I am eager

I feel ready

The road is ahead

The world beneath my feet

The view from my run

Isn't he cute?!!

Today I’m just sitting here thinking about all the help I’ve received thus far. I’m so grateful for my good long time friends. Nick, Howie, Mike, and J.C. have been rock solid in the support department. A newer friend Dave has been inspirational as well. Bobby L and Bobby H. have been troopers as well. The small victories add up. I am truly thankful for having them all behind this cause. One person that I am especially thankful for though is my mom. She is such a wonderful, beautiful person. She is so caring and will go to the ends of the earth to see me succeed. I mean it’s just incredible that she has made my mission her own. I must have done something very right in another lifetime to have such a wonderful mom...