What an achievement, Julie! I can’t even run a mile these days, so I’m in awe. I’m sure, as others are saying, you’re a huge inspiration to your family, friends and to those who read your brave words describing the experience..
I wonder if such physical challenges are a salve for internal ones. If so, I should probably push myself physically more than I do because the psychological stressors are sometimes pretty overwhelming. I walk rather than run for exercise, but it does help!
Hi Ruth! I love your message and I appreciate your wonder. What I know from my experience, pushing physically definitely helps my internal challenges. I learned this during Jeff's cancer, but also when I'm in my head too much.
Thank you so much, Renate! It's so important and I'm happy to know you're a sports fan too. Have a great week and hope to see you for writing next Monday. :)
Thank you so much Gary, for reading along and sharing those lyrics! :) Sending you hugs and strength for the week ahead. Hope to see you next Monday to write together.
Hooray, Julie! You did it! What a great running story. The water you fell in must have been SO cold, and gathering self to finish the run after that, so impressive. I love that your family was there to cheer you on! I imagine that a hot shower and warm, dry, comfy clothes at home might have felt victoriously luxurious in the most comforting way!
What an achievement, Julie! I can’t even run a mile these days, so I’m in awe. I’m sure, as others are saying, you’re a huge inspiration to your family, friends and to those who read your brave words describing the experience..
I wonder if such physical challenges are a salve for internal ones. If so, I should probably push myself physically more than I do because the psychological stressors are sometimes pretty overwhelming. I walk rather than run for exercise, but it does help!
Hi Ruth! I love your message and I appreciate your wonder. What I know from my experience, pushing physically definitely helps my internal challenges. I learned this during Jeff's cancer, but also when I'm in my head too much.
Keep walking, Ruth! You're doing great.
Thanks, Julie! I will!
It's so wonderful how your family helped you!
They are awesome! I'm one lucky mother runner. :)
And they are blessed to have you!
Thank you Claudette
excellent Julie. As sport fan, I support your passion. I have it too. It is important. Health and community together. Love to you.
@Julie, today i will attend shortly I have to leave for an event. see you
Thank you so much, Renate! It's so important and I'm happy to know you're a sports fan too. Have a great week and hope to see you for writing next Monday. :)
“Did you ever know that you’re my hero
And everything I would like to be
I can fly higher than an eagle
You are the wind beneath my wings”
Many earlier artists sang this song before Bette Midler…even Perry Como! Your performance, Julie B. Hughes, reminded me of the theme of this song!
Just as your living has inspired my own life, there’s no doubt you are an inspiration to many others. Brava! Brindsley, among others. 🎉🥳
Thank you so much Gary, for reading along and sharing those lyrics! :) Sending you hugs and strength for the week ahead. Hope to see you next Monday to write together.
You’re welcome, Julie B. Zooming next Monday @ 11:00 is my plan. Have a dandy week!
oh great! Look forward to seeing you.
Hooray, Julie! You did it! What a great running story. The water you fell in must have been SO cold, and gathering self to finish the run after that, so impressive. I love that your family was there to cheer you on! I imagine that a hot shower and warm, dry, comfy clothes at home might have felt victoriously luxurious in the most comforting way!