QUIET TIME

Well, I figured it was close enough to 5am to finally get out of bed. I know there are some of you crazy people out there that do this as a regular routine life event, right? Although, I guess I used to be one of them when I was running. But, like I said....crazy!

I've been up since 2:53am after forcing myself to get in bed at 11pm. Guess I should have taken my sleeping pills??? Little late now. Between the inability to turn off my brain, this baby apparently being way too excited to be introduced to this world (s/he must know something is happening in a couple hours), and just being anxious about what is to come...there is a lack of sleep happening.

After watching the minutes pass by on my alarm clock for over 2 hours I decided to get up...and blog??? No. I actually got up to sit in the silence to pray and reflect on the blessing that will be welcomed into our family in 5 hours. And now, I realize the house is pitch black, except now for this computer screen, and I wanted to get some thoughts down before I may not get to have this "Quiet Time" like I have now.

GOD IS GOOD! During these last 5 months...I realize that no matter how I am feeling or what is going on....there is a constant.

GOD IS GOOD!

And, I am so grateful that GOD'S PEOPLE ARE GOOD TOO! Yes, of course we are all very flawed human beings. But, the love that God can shine through us...if we are willing...is very powerful. I've seen it in my friends' overwhelming concern and support for myself and my family during this time. I've seen in it from my family members...even with most being so far away. And it can be a very awe inspiring experience...especially to the people receiving the love.

Even with this pregnancy being one of the most difficult things I have gone through in my life...I would not change how things have happened. Of course, my husband would completely disagree...and my kids too :) But, this experience has honestly changed me. And, God is just allowing me to see this now...at 5am. Trust me, the person most of you know today....is a very different person from even 2 years ago. God has been breaking me down (in a very good, patient and loving way)to get me here. In this quiet, dark house, praying to Him, reflecting on my life and realizing....

I need HIM and I need God's people!

So, thank you to all of you that allowed God's love to shine through you into my life. Thank you for being willing to be God's body at work to take care and show love for just another very small part of the body. Much love to you all!

With that said, there will be more later today. Maybe pictures of a little...or not so little...baby???? Anyone interested??? HA :)

Ok. I have 30 more minutes to drink water. Gotta focus.

"Its actually race day...done with the training"!