Today was a great day. Living life and learning to find joy in the journey has required much patience at times but has definitely been worth it in the end. And today, there was much joy in the journey. It seems that as each day goes by, my body aches all the more and yet my resistance to the lifestyle changes seems to lessen. I couldn't wait for my salad at dinner tonight, and the fact that I scorched the pineapple didn't ruin my day, but brought much laughter. I even had a hint of "Yes!" deep within me as I thought about getting to work out today.
As I finished my workout tonight, I discovered that I set 3 new personal bests: Longest distance (2.09 miles), longest time (45 minutes), and best mile (I couldn't believe my ears on this one!). Ah yes, discipline and hard work does pay off, and truly there is joy in the journey. Of course as I sit here and type, I am aching beyond words. But today, in all things, I have found joy in the journey.
girlfriend. . I am in your balcony cheering you on! Remind me to share a book with you about the about what exercise does to the body and about how all the aching is a really good thing. . .It's the best motivator I've read yet. . blessings. . bonnie
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