Stay Motivated!

Since my first road race on November 13th I have seriously been slacking in the running department. I think I've run only 2 times, maybe 3! Because of this I had to change my race plans for this year. That didn't bother me, but my lack of enthusiasm for running did. All of that changed today. I had made up my mind to run 3 miles this morning. I woke up and snoozed for about 45 minutes. Then I drove back to my old neighborhood where I felt more comfortable. As soon as I stepped out of the car I was slapped by a harsh winter breeze. I didn't get discouraged at all, I just knew that I could NOT do this every day! I contemplated only going 2 miles because my fingers, ears, and toes were numb from the cold. Just when I was recalculating my distance a stranger passed me across the street. He wasn't rude at he. He simply said "you doing good, stay motivated". STAY MOTIVATED! This became my mantra for the rest of my run. Whenever I was out of breath or my legs felt heavy I just repeated to myself "stay motivated". I think its so awesome how God knows your heart and can sense your weakness and at the perfect time send you something to inspire and lift your spirits. That strange man has no idea how he helped me this morning. Lord love him! I completed a little over 3 miles in 45 mins. It's not the best time but given that I haven't run in 2 months I'll take it as an achievement.