Daily Photos - July 2009
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July 21, 2009 - Running for my life.
I was born with a congenital heart defect. My Mom died of cancer when I was 13. My Dad died of cancer when I was 16. The older I get - the more concerned I get about my health - I do NOT want to follow in my parents footsteps. Those health concerns along with a lifetime battle with my weight has pushed me to start jogging. Last week I reached a personal milestone. I was able to reach 21 miles in one week. I am not sure I am going to make it - but I am going to try and break that this week - or at the very least match it, but I really want to break it - even if only by one mile.
mbgpics
on July 23, 2009how cool! congrats and keep up the good work!
hoffalady
on July 23, 2009i am proud of you! :0)
Bill Pador
on July 22, 2009Wonderful shot Jennifer, I'm so sorry to hear about the rough life you've had. I know exactly how you feel as my life hasn't been wonderful either, but if you think positive and try your best you can achieve and goal you set for yourself, remember my favorite saying "Dreams DO Come true" ~Bill~
dirkster
on July 22, 2009I don't know you, but I already get the sense that you are strong in spirit. Congratulations on making the decision to challenge yourself physically. I can speak from experience that fighting for and protecting the preciousness of life, especially one's own is worth it. You will come to appreciate this, not from inside so much, but from the daily gift you give to the people around you...your life is a gift. Is that philosophical and vague enough for ya?!?
Chuck Beehner
on July 22, 2009Great shot with an inspirational plot...
Andrea Kaus (ChaosGraphics)
on July 22, 2009great determination and a good shot to illustrate it!
Jeffrey Groves
on July 22, 2009The photo tells one story all by itself, but your story is quite interesting as well. How sad to loose both of your parents at such a young age. I can't imagine!
Congrats on your 21 mile milestone!
Pearls
on July 22, 2009Great shot - Bravo Jennifer, I used to love to run..now I am happy that I can be mobile enough to walk...
krista
on July 22, 2009love this!!
Gary Esman
on July 22, 2009I used to run, now well...i walk a lot, keep it up, nice shot.