One Goal Down, Next One Fast Approaching

So I did complete the Survivor Mud Run!  And I have to say it was so much more fun than I ever thought it was going to be.  I went with 2 of my co-workers/friends and we had a great time.  It was pouring down rain (one thing I was praying for months it would not do) but honestly it didn't affect my mood.

It was a great reminder to me that if I set my mind to do something I CAN accomplish it.  I need to stay focused on the positives in life, on my personal goals and trust that the Holy Spirit is always with me.

Before the race, I was worried about how I would do compared to one of my co-workers who seemed to be in better condition than me due to the fact that I had been injured and unable to train the way I had hoped.  But the week prior I kept reminding myself that it was about personal achievement.  Doing something outside my comfort zone, living life to its fullest, and just having fun!  So that is the attitude I had when I arrived that morning.

I did have a great time and surprised myself by not worrying about my time or where I was compared to my friends or others.  I was proud of the fact that I did not struggle too much with the obstacles and yet they were just the challenge I needed.

Now, here I sit, still with the same hip injury plaguing me.  My next adventure coming up in less than a week.  The Ragnar Race, 15 miles!  Running farther than I ever have and wondering how I am going to get through it.  Will I let my team down?  Will I be the weakest link?  Those are my biggest fears.  But again, I have to tell myself over and over that it is about Faith, Trust and Perseverance.   I need to have faith in Jesus Christ that he will see me through this, trust in myself that I can do this, and persevere through the pain and the tiredness so I can reach my goal because I know the wonderful feeling of accomplishment at the end! 

I AM living life to it's fullest this year and I hope to continue to have that attitude for the rest of life.  No longer will I sit back and feel sorry for myself.  Do I have bad days or moments?  Absolutely!  But they will not drag me under any longer. 

Next, up after this I already have planned a girls day to do a ropes challenge course and zip-lining.  Am I scared?  A little....okay more than a little.  But I am also excited!  A great way to build some friendships and stay young.

Hope you are living life to its fullest as well!