Just a few months ago I had to carefully plan the days I went grocery shopping and pray I got a very close parking spot since I was in so much pain. I would get so exhausted from shopping that I would have to plan for that to be my big outing for the day.  I dreaded coming home from the store when Dean wasn’t home since it meant I’d have to drag all the groceries in, which would be difficult after I arrived home worn out from the trip to the store.

Today I did an early morning run, served at church, went shoe shopping with the family, did homework, and then went for a late evening trip to the grocery store. I chose a parking spot far from the door.  As as I loaded the groceries in the car I realized how good I felt. Sure I’m achy from my race yesterday, but it’s 10pm and I’ve had a very busy day.  I had more than enough energy to come home, unload the groceries, and do some laundry.  My pedometer says I’m nearing 17000 steps for the day, 10000 is the minimal amount for health, they say you should do 12-15000 steps a day to lose weight.

I’ve been seriously exercising for just 2 months now. Three weeks ago I added running to my training.  I can’t imagine how much better I’ll feel and look in 2 more months.  I’m so excited about this journey I’m on.  I’m getting healthy; in body, mind and spirit. Months ago I was depressed, miserable, and in nearly unbearable pain. Some days I was barely able to get out of bed or go up and down stairs, today I’m running and really living again.

I believe in miracles, and sometimes instead of healing us instantly God waits for us to choose to accept the gift of health.  Months ago I choose to fight for my health, today is proof that miracles can happen. Sometimes God completely heals us with just one touch, sometimes healing comes through an inner transformation that allows us to truly lean into Him for the strength.  It can take time, and as with me, a little effort on my part.  For years I trusted in doctors for answers, now I know that I just need to keep listening to that still small voice that keeps telling me to keep moving towards Him.  With each leg of this journey I walk, or run, I am learning that I am not doing it on my own.  I am grateful God has granted me the strength and energy to overcome every obstacle in my way, and will continue to do so every day as long as I keep my eyes focused on Him.