Refresh!

Distance: 3 miles
Start time: 9:28 am
Run Duration: 31 minutes
Average Pace: 10.33 minutes/mile
Temperature: 57 degrees
Humidity: 66%
Location: Memorial Park, Houston, TX

There aren't enough words to describe the weather this morning. Imagine, using the numbers I've posted above for temperature and humidity. I allowed myself to sleep as late as my body required and today feels wonderful.

Last night I met friends at Anvil for cocktails. No hurries, no schedule, no worries. I was given two shining gifts of insight yesterday that allowed me to rest my mind around issues that have been bubbling beneath the surface. I credit my friend, Daryl, with giving me a couple minutes to put things in perspective and allow me to see (again) how blessed I am. Talking with someone who loves me for me, doesn't want anything from me - other than to see me happy - and then move on with the purpose of the evening (fun and relaxation) was very helpful.

I woke this morning ready to run again, but only on the trail. I'm thinking about my career a little differently. I'm thinking about my home a little differently. I feel more settled.

Today's gratitude is for the gift of friendship, for people who are willing to stick with me during my darkest times and wait for the real me to emerge because I always do. I am also grateful that those same people are willing to let me see them in their times of difficulty, that they allow me to stand with them or sit by them, to listen, and to give words when they need them the most. Blessings.