I've been thinking about how the choices we make can often affect our lives in big ways or lots of small ways.
I chose to have two children. I constantly choose to put them first. But I also choose to set a good example for them.
I choose to spend their school time running. I am fortunate that I don't have to work outside the home, which allows me to budget the time they are in school how I choose.
I choose to wake up early most Saturday mornings to run. I could sleep in. I choose not to.
I choose to make healthy eating choices. I also choose to eat a cupcake every week. These choices make me happy.
As I have made the choices that have led to me becoming a better runner, I have found the quote above to be so true. I didn't start out the runner I am today. I started out dreading every step but willing myself to keep moving forward. My abilities have grown and expanded because of my choices.
So the next time you have to make a choice about whether or not to set your alarm for a crazy early time or you hear a not-so-pleasant weather report or you skip dessert because your stomach won't be as cooperative on your next run, think about this:
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Sometimes I choose to just lay around..a lot.
ReplyDeleteLater I realize it wasn't the best choice.