Gratefulness

I feel like I need to get back to writing. Life is always and will always be crazy with 3 kids and 2 dogs for sure. I need to take time out for me.
So I was thinking about everything that has happened in society lately and it just makes my heart heavy. I have decided to focus on being grateful and thankful for things in life instead of all the negative that is going on in our world. I figure it's also fitting being November and Thanksgiving coming up. Maybe this will keep my mind happy and show my kids that life is good and there is good in the world.
First I am thankful for my husband. He so supportive of me and what I want to do. He is amazing with our kids. God definitely let me hit the lottery with him for sure.
 Then of course my kids and fur kids. My kids are kind of amazing. Some days I am just in awe of how smart they are and what they can do. I do wish I could freeze time occasionally because they are growing so fast.
My best friend. She has been there for me through all kinds of crazy adventures since sophomore year in high school. We may not live in the same state anymore but I know we will always be there for each other when we need it.
My running. I ran my first half marathon in May, with my best friend, and have now finished 4 for the year. It is amazing what running has given me. I feel like the friends I've made are part of my family. Running has helped me stay sane on some days for sure. It's made me go outside.
  My husband is awesome at supporting my running and hanging out with the kids while I go off shoes to pavement for miles. I think he has learned I'm a better person when I come back from a long run. My kids always ask how the run went. My oldest wants to start running with me in the spring.
I always said I would never run a full marathon. I said people that do that are crazy. It's to many miles. Then my husband said if you want to do one you should do Chicago. I thought he had lost his mind. The amount of training alone. He said no I think you should do it and next year is the 40th year. So what did I do, I signed up of course. In the spirit of giving back I will be running for charity, Ronald McDonald House Charity to be exact. As much as running has given to me I want to give back and I want others to feel good about donating to a great cause. If you so wish to help me in the cause and donate that would be great. http://support.rmhc.org/site/TR/TeamRMHC-ChicagoMarathon/General?px=1290917&pg=personal&fr_id=1150
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