I've just returned home from the gym in preparation for the 5K this Saturday (it's crunch time, can't take it easy now!!) As I was on the verge of blacking out and desperately racking my brain as to why I get myself into these situations, I remembered something my pastor said this Sunday at church. One of his points was how easy it is to be thankful and give praise when times are good, but the challenge is to do so under trying times. His example was to just say halleluiah for no specific reason....just blurt it out.
So, about the time my left leg was turning numb, this all came rushing back to me, and I let it be said!! (although I don't quite think this is what my pastor was meaning because there was no one else in there and it wasn't much of a sacrice for me at the moment....but it's something!) At that moment, I smiled, was instantly uplifted, and my pace steadied. It was so wonderful to find such strength in a single word. I know though, it isn't that word, it is who is behind the meaning. I haven't always been as "religious" as others, so for me to let go and put my faith in the Lord has always been a challenge. I've recently started attending church more regurlarly, so I'm hoping that I will allow myself to lean more on the strength of Jesus....and trust me, I sure needed that extra boost this evening!!!
As for working out, I am so PROUD of myself!! I am at the 5K in 35 minutes (I know, isn't really good, but for an overweight, out of shape, lazy couch potato, not too shabby!) Tonight I ran for 16 minutes to 1 1/2 miles, took a breather, than ran the rest of the way with one 2 min. break!! I couldn't even do that well in high school. Anyway, I am super stoked about this weekend. I hope we'll all have the mentality to push each other to keep going, so hopefully I can keep up the pace on race day! Mostly, I think, eeewww, I so don't want to work out...what on earth was I thinking....etc. But this has truly been a blessing because I would have quit working out like 2 weeks in!! With the amount of results I've been seeing, which is none, it just doesn't give you much motivation to keep going....but this is an accomplishment I can truly be proud of that isn't superficial. I am seriously contemplating the Turkey Trot, if the busy day's schedule will allow.
Well, I haven't really had a steady train of thought this evening, so excuse the rambling. I have one more day to prepare, then a break, then the big event is here. See you at the starting line ladies....and don't forget, Halleluiah!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Wednesday, October 8, 2008
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
It's Official....I'm a blogger :)
Well, as I most usually do, I tend to run with the crowd; I guess just call me a sheep. Anyway, this seems to be what all the cool people are doing now, so I too must share my delightful insights to uplift my little corner of the world. Plus, I know that I'm just that important you can't live without my daily presence any longer.
To start off, there are a few personalities of me that might help you figure me out a little. My blog title gives some BiG clues! I pondered for days (literally) on what I wanted to bring to people's minds everytime they thought of me. I hovered over some common uninventive catch phrases, which of course were already taken, but I finally settled. Honestly though, nothing really describes me better. I am such a beautiful trainwreck! I say that with the greatest pride, because I truly embrace the person I am. I am totally crazy and out of control. My car is a mess and I have more than one junk drawer, closet, room.... I am perpetually late but always have the best intentions. I am a chronic procrastinator. I've discovered I thrive on pressure and stress and ALWAYS pull through to do what needs to be done, and I do it well. There are endless times when I think I wish I was different. But at the end of the day, I fall asleep as the same person I awoke, and that's because I just don't have that deep down yearning that I'm not good enough. I'm not saying I couldn't use improvement, but for the most part, I'm satisfied.
Secondly, you mustn't take me too seriously. I speak irrationally and sarcastically, often times with little thought. So if I ever say anything that offends you, just pretend I was joking.
And finally, YES, I am aware that I say "like" and "totally" a lot. It's just because I'm that cool and can get away with it.
Don't be too critical of me....I'm new at this whole perception of life, plus, I was always a crappy writer in school. So, until my next epiphany comes, I'll be saying goodnight.
To start off, there are a few personalities of me that might help you figure me out a little. My blog title gives some BiG clues! I pondered for days (literally) on what I wanted to bring to people's minds everytime they thought of me. I hovered over some common uninventive catch phrases, which of course were already taken, but I finally settled. Honestly though, nothing really describes me better. I am such a beautiful trainwreck! I say that with the greatest pride, because I truly embrace the person I am. I am totally crazy and out of control. My car is a mess and I have more than one junk drawer, closet, room.... I am perpetually late but always have the best intentions. I am a chronic procrastinator. I've discovered I thrive on pressure and stress and ALWAYS pull through to do what needs to be done, and I do it well. There are endless times when I think I wish I was different. But at the end of the day, I fall asleep as the same person I awoke, and that's because I just don't have that deep down yearning that I'm not good enough. I'm not saying I couldn't use improvement, but for the most part, I'm satisfied.
Secondly, you mustn't take me too seriously. I speak irrationally and sarcastically, often times with little thought. So if I ever say anything that offends you, just pretend I was joking.
And finally, YES, I am aware that I say "like" and "totally" a lot. It's just because I'm that cool and can get away with it.
Don't be too critical of me....I'm new at this whole perception of life, plus, I was always a crappy writer in school. So, until my next epiphany comes, I'll be saying goodnight.
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