The last few days have been incredibly emotional for me. It's amazing how complex and crazy life can be one moment, and yet quiet and still the very next moment!!
I cannot wait to share all about my marathon experience (spoiler alert- I finished!!) with you, but for tonight; my heart is just a little bit too full.
"Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough, and more. It turns denial into acceptance, chaos into order, confusion into clarity... It turns problems into gifts, failures into success, the unexpected into perfect timing, and mistakes into important events. Gratitude makes sense of our past, brings peace for today and creates a vision for tomorrow."
-- Melody Beattie
My identity in Christ. In Christ- I am whole. I am complete. I am enough. Because of Jesus' work on the cross, this life has purpose.
My family. I am so blessed to be surrounded by so many precious and amazing people who love and support me no matter what. These relationships are the most important thing in my life and I am so grateful to be part of my HUGE, crazy, loud, loving family!!
Running. Such an amazing gift- it has taught me so much in life.
Second Chances. Everyday is a new day. Night ends and the sun comes up. Each day is a change to become who we were created to be, to flourish.
Laughter. The ability to appreciate the crazy little things in life.
Friends. I am blessed to have some amazing women in my life who have made my life so much richer by their friendship. They pray for me, encourage me, get coffee with me, try crazy projects with me and love me for me.
Where I've Come From. The Elizabeth today is not the same one who once was. I have changed- not only physically, but emotionally and spiritually as well. I am a work in progress. I am grateful for who I once was, and the choice I made to change into the person I am today.
Do you choose gratitude?
What are you thankful for today?
congrats! can't wait to hear about the marathon!
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