On May 30 I ran a 5K (3.1 miles). It was my first race since long ago at Camp Forest Springs about 9 or 10 years ago. I ended up getting done in 33:40 minutes. Not too bad considering I haven't been running for very long.
My next running venture is to run a half - marathon on August 8. I'm running with an amazing group of girls. We gather to pray first and then we run. Tomorrow is four miles. It's going to be a long run.
The thing is... as I'm running and dealing with the after affects of running I am learning a lot about endurance and perseverance. Also, I'm learning about myself and God and our relationship as well as learning about the world through a running viewpoint. It's something I'll have to go into more detail about but I am seeing things through a different perspective these days.
The other thing is the military. Yes, the military! It teaches you to value life and to value relationships and moments. There are songs and poems and sayings about valuing the tiny moments in life but do we ever take the time? I have set this summer apart to value it. Value my relationships and the small quiet moments in life.
More to come on these topics but I need to do some homework - summer Personality class.
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- Danielle Roberts
- I like to travel and experience the local culture in the areas that I am in. I love to drink coffee and have long conversations. I am good at expressing my thoughts in words, especially in writing. I talk to myself sometimes, just to think things through. I am an outdoor adventurer as well. I love to hike, swim and camp. April 16,2010 is the day I married the man of my dreams, Lucas. My daughter is an amazing part of both of us. Our little fire cracker. I am passionate about life and helping others live life to the fullest. I want to work at a foreign aid organization at some point when I have a real job. For now I am playing Sailor in the USN.