Ya Gotta Run…

Last night, I was taking an evening jog around my neighborhood just before sunset.  It’s my favorite time to run.  I was thinking about dreams and what it means to pursue them and why taking the first step to pursuing a dream is always so terrifying.  Why is that? The fear is paralyzing and hard to avoid.  Hmmm…

Moving on…

As I was finishing up my jog, I could see the sunset peeking over the trees and buildings but just far enough away where I couldn’t quite catch all of it.  I wanted to see it so bad but felt like God was saying – ‘You can see this, but ya gotta run for it.’

So I ran.  And goodness am I glad that I did.

I think the same applies to our dreams.  We can reach them but we gotta run.  They won’t be realized by standing still.  Even if the fear tells us otherwise.

Trading In My Summer Flats….

…for running shoes.

I started training for my first half marathon tonight!  Yep, I’m still going through with it.  Thankfully, there’s a pretty sweet training guide for running newbies like myself.  The half is in December but I’ve got a long way to go before I’m up for it.  However, there is one pretty cool thing about it (besides the money raised for the marathon going to help those in need in Africa).  I get new running shoes!!

I’m leaning towards the Brooks Ghost 4.  Know anything about running shoes?  Do you have a pair that you absolutely love?  Hook a sister up with the information!  I want to join your cool little running crew!!!  I just need the right shoes and I’m IN!  Ok, I know it’s more than the shoes but this part is pretty fun.

I’m off to sleep now!!

Goodnight, I love you, you’re pretty, Jesus loves you, the end.