I saw a man casually jogging in the cold and I immediately felt connected to this stranger who I have never met. After thinking of reasons why I felt connected, I came to realize that running is more than just a sport, it is a choice. You choose to go out and run and get sweaty and breathe heavy and feel tired and then gratified all at once because you did not choose to sit home instead. When I see a runner I quietly praise them because I think saying “Great Job!” to a stranger running in the street may cause them to think that I have a screw loose or something.
Jogging makes me feel like I am a part of something bigger than myslef. I get to feel like I made a good choice to stay fit and healthy and maybe… just maybe… I get to motivate someone else to do the same. Although I do not run in formation anymore, I still feel attached in a way, to others who run. Laurie’s posts remind me of this connection while I blog. Thank you Laurie for your inspirational post about MCM because that is where I teared up when I read about Retired Staff Seargent Jose Sanchez. In blogging, I can say “Great Job Laurie for all your runs!” and I don’t have to feel weird about it because she did do a great job and she deserves the recognition! 🙂
As for Seargent Sanchez… I just love reading about and/or seeing people who could easily dismiss pushing themselves further BUT they rather choose to overlook their issues while choosing to inspire others around them. He chose to get out there and run, ignoring the naucencess, akwardness, feelings, and perhaps pain just so that he could feel good about doing what he loves and so that he could inspire others to do the same. The fact that he still runs makes me want to keep going. I will think of him on the days when my MS tries to dampen my motivation and I will put one foot in front of the other and GO!
I feel connected to other runners because it is more than just a sport… It is a choice, a choice to survive positively while inspiring others to do the same.
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What choices do you make cause you to sit back and say “that was a really good one”? What things do you do to help inspire others?
I hope that you all have a great week and thank-you for stopping by today. Please stay motivated in whatever you choose to do today and make choices that ultimetely lead you to your happiness.
If you are new, and liked this, please join un on Monday’s for more motivational nuggets.
Christy 🙂
That is a great way to feel about your morning jog. It’s a way of life, absolutely.
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Thank you Sadje. 🙂
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You’re welcome.
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This is such an inspiring post!
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Thank you so much Winnie!
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You’re welcome, Christy!
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Love this blog post. Well done
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Hello. Thank you so much for reading and leaving such a nice comment. Later on I want to head over to your site. 🤗
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I really want to get out there an jog or gym or just do something to get fit and healthy. However, it’s not really a passion of mine.. lol… so getting out there to do it is a struggle. Writing is a passion for me, inspiring others, changing lives. Reading this post helped me realise that my actual passion can be implemented into getting fit too. Perhaps this will motivate me to get up and go jog or gym and get healthy and fit.
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Your passion is in the right spot because you do write very well. I enjoy seeing your work because it helps me. It feels good knowing that we were able to help each other. Thank you Diane.
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Great post Christie. This made me think of my daughter. She’s a marathon runner. Eight years ago she ran the Toronto marathon and had a hard time recovering. After a week she became concerned because she had never felt so fatigued and so visited the doctor. After examination the doctor told her she was three months pregnant. My eight year old granddaughter’s is a bundle of energy.
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Awe! What a touching response. Thank you for reading and sending your kind words Len. To top this off… coincidentally my daughter is eight. 😊
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I so agree with you. It is a choice to stay healthy and happy. For me exercising daily is a must. It gets me going
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Nice to hear. Thank you for reading and sending a nice comment. 🤗
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My pleasure always
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thank you I write with emotion and passion. It is my alternate way of releasing other than with running.
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That is amazing! Thank you for reading. I appreciate your kind words.
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your very welcome. Just an amazing rush to find this outlet for our emotions. You read my blogs?
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I did. I followed you. God bless you and your beautiful daughter! You are an inspiration!
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I am so happy that you stopped by earlier. Nice to meet you!
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Im really enjoying your words. How long have you been blogging? I am starting my running company with the motivation of my daughters recover propelling me. Life is too short and you deserve amazing praise for great words. 🙂
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I started blogging in April, so about 8 months now, and I love it! The community here is uplifting and great for personal growth. I thank you for your compliment! God helps me say what I say.
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I am on the same page there. God give me tremendous guidance especially now with everything happening. I need every ounce of it. Im running in the St. Jude half Marathon and with my daughter getting pumped full of poison to cure her the least I can do is finish 13 miles for her. Im really feeling like your words will really connect to me. I am enjoying talking. Hope its not a bother.
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Not at all. Talk. You can and will finish that run for her. I am praying for you and her! 🙏🤗
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Your so sweet your making me smile Christy.
What state are you in Im here in TN. Memphis to be exact because thats where St. Jude is.
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TN is a beautiful place. This time of year has to be the best with all the shades of orange, yellow and brown.
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Tennessee is a beautiful place. I run in the woods a lot because I love the colors in the season changes. Its breathtaking and gives me a rush that consumes me
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Thank you! 🙂
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Your welcome, you have such an amazing gentle soul.
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So do you.
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So are you!
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I am making you smile?
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Yes!
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See now it stinks your so far away be great to say Hi in person. You seem so pure of heart. Its rare these days.
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Thank you for your kind words.
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hope Im not too forward being open with how pure you seem
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No. You’re being kind. I am happy to talk to you. You are what you say about me. Thank you for being nice.
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absolutely I hate fake people and need positive people surrounding me now. Since my ex and I split this process with my daughter has been a nightmare.
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Have you seen the video on Youtube from Will Smith? He talks about “getting rid of people who don’t feed your flame”… I like his stuff. He is an inspirational speaker.
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yes I love that song I listen to christian hip hop a ton. Largely because of my history.
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I hope we continue chatting. We seem to have good understanding on what the other is trying to get out of this blogging.
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Yes… me too. We will. 🤗
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Im telling you I love seeing your messages in my notifications now. we both have a tremendous story to share. I want to know more if you want to share. Its a fate driven connection.
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what state are you from?
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I am a born and raised Floridean who moved to Romania. My husband and I had our honymoon here and dreamed and prayed to come live here ever since. We finally made our leap of faith.
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OMGosh. I am a Florida boy too born and raised!!!!!!
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Where in Fl?
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I was born in Naples raised in Lakeland and moved here from Fort Lauderdale. how about you?
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Fort Lauderdale 😳😬🙋♀️
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OMGosh your killing me. when did you move out of there.
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A little over a year ago.
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we lived down there at the same time then. Probably crossed pathes
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I love that out there. I ate there hundreds of times. Your killing me how connected we were and we didn’t know it and just passed by each other.
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I cant stop smiling right now. this is incredible
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you have passion in your words which is so unique and inspiring makes the heart rush with adrenaline
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Thank you! So do you! Keep it always. Your passion is great for your daughter.
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thank you I hope Im not being forward with compliments.
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Not at all. I am happy to see you happy! This brings me joy because she needs a happy dad. God bless you both!
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39.
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Oh I turn 39 in 4 weeks. OMGosh where were you when I lived there. lmao. Kids?
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I was in Lakeland during high school. I went to Lakeland High school in Lakeland.
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please know your welcome to email me if Im not on here because I would love to continue us talking if thats acceptable.
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Glad you are working towards that.
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Have to. I have been single for almost a year now and focusing on her health for the last few months has been my goal. Now that shes stronger, Im working toward my happiness.
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That’s awesome!
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Im picky with who I give my attention and time to. You just surprised me. LOL
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You sure are. Sorry to hear aboit your mom. You have a good head on your shoulders and a good heart too.
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Thank you!
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Your very welcome. I hope you know Im being respectful, just have to state the obvious. Just think this is an incredible conneciton we have made today. Surreal!
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if you want to your also welcome to email my work email at peter@empireexpress.com
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Thank you Peter. 😃
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No thank you this was an amazing connection and I enjoyed it. You made me smile more than ever.
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I just really am enjoying our talks. Your blogs really are so amazing. I love it. Its my first phase of my running company that Im starting next year.
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wont bother you. Just hope to hear from you more. Sure your busy. Feel free to email anytime. I check it more often. goingvertical01@gmail.com. if not you can just reply here. Thank you for an amazing conversation.
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Thank you too! 🙂
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Our connection was such an amazing rush that you really pray about.
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I agree! Thank you and God bless you both!
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I’m going to be up at st. Jude for a few days while she’s getting treatment. Maybe I can email you some pics
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Yes please do!
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I hope hear from u soon
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Left you a note on your page… I want to share your story if that is okay with you.
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I also wrote you a nice suggestion for a new post on your blog page.
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I didn’t want to make u cry
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Cried and PRAYED for her!
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Olivia is such a precious girl! God please be with her!!! 🙏🙏🙏
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What is intriguing to you about my blog?
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Your FIGHT for your daughter and for your happiness.
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Can’t wait to show u some pics I just got from st. Jude. They will melt your heart.
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I am sure that they will. God bless you and your daughter.
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What time is it there now
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It was 1 am when you sent this and now it is 7am.
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This was an amazing conversation
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And Callahan for my younger years.
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Wow this is simply amazing. Stinks your way over there now.
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I was in romania back in 2006 loved it. I
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What part?
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Very inspiring!
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Thank you very much John! 🤗
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You’re welcome!
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My niece runs and really enjoys joining others running for a cause like breast cancer. I can’t run because of my age and health conditions, but I am in awe of those who do.
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Thank you Vickie. 🤗 Your daughter sounds amazing like you.
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I really love writing, so I choose to blog. I push beyond concerns, worries, and I keep going!
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You are great at it and you inspire others to do the same. Thank you for reading and sending your nice comment.
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Aw, thanks! 🙂
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My choice is working independently (no agency) with adults that have developmental disabilities. It can be very challenging and there have been many times I wondered how long I could continue…..it’s been about 10 years already. However, after a tough day and making the smallest amount of progress with my client…..well it is just an amazing feeling!
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Your work sounds kind and fullfilling. This makes you a kind person… giving to those who cannot give back. God bless you! Thank you for sending your reply. God bless you anfmd your family.
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Thanks Christy and God Bless you and your family as well!
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Thank you so much, Christy. You are an inspiration to me. Just like Sgt. Sanchez! I feel the same as you – running is more than a sport. It’s a choice and a way of life.
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Awww! Thank you Laurie! You are amazing! I hope you have a great day! 🤗
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I love to see joggers in the park and on the street. reminds me of the days I used to do that.
Niow, I run on treadmills and elipitical cycles. Not the same.
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Agreed. I started running on the treadmill, as of late, and find that I miss the outdoors but I enjoy the greater push I give myself because of the stats under my nose. Those red timers can really make you try harder.
Go outside once or twice a week yourself… I still do and it is nice. Keeps the balance.
Thank you for reading and sending your nice comment.
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Yay! Count me in.
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simply inspiring
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Thank you so much!
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Nice post
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Thank you so much!
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Great article! I’ve written a post aboust swimming. I think you will like it..check it out 🙂
https://motivatedmusiciandotblog.wordpress.com/2019/01/21/swimming-through-negativity/
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Thank you so much! I will check yours out too! 🙂
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Lovely piece. I always admire anyone who challenges the outdoor elements. I love to keep active as well, I hit the gym, classes and play a lot of badminton. But the gym work only goes to help improve my stamina on court so I can give my best there every-time. I also try to help other players around me improve their games. I trained as a level 1 coach in the game to gain knowledge to help others as it is all to the better of the sport I love.
Thanks for sharing your blog.
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Thank you for this dose of inspiration!
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Thank you so much for your kind read and comment.
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Sport brings quality to life!
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