Good Morning everyone!
I run my final race today! It is the buckshot 5K in Eau Claire.
11 months. 11 countries. 11 races.
I did it. Though I ran each race, every single race was different. I had different struggles in each one. I remember the first race I ran, it was so cold I thought my fingers were going to fall off. Whereas, this past Tuesday I thought I was going to die of heat stroke. (I might be exaggerating a bit.) I have many great memories.
I think this will be similar to my world race. Each country will have its own struggles, and I will walk away from each a little different. There will be sweet memories in each too.
I have one week left here at home. I am saying my goodbyes and finishing up last details.
I also have a challenge for you, my supporters. Something for you to think about. As I think about this next year, I sometimes get caught up in what I leave behind. Sometimes I only see what I am giving up this year. This year is more than a sacrifice. It is so much more. God promised me that what I leave behind will be nothing compared to what I will experience this year.
I was talking to Randee, Ryan's Mom, and she gave me an idea. If you know Randee, you know how she loves her Mochas. She even says that the barista at Starbucks know her by name. She has decided to give up her beloved Mochas for 11 months while I am gone. I thought it was pretty cool the bold step she took, giving up something she enjoyed a lot for 11 months. I believe God sees that boldness too. Can you imagine the impact God can have? I guess my challenge to you is……..
What can you give up for 11 months?
I want to hear about it. I ask you to pray and ask if there is something God is calling you to give up this next 11 months. I ask you not to simply give it up, but do it with prayer. Give up this thing and boldly pray. You can pray for me. You can pray for this trip.
I want to hear from you! If there is something you are asked to give up, let me hear about it.
Love and blessings
Paige
