How can we not talk about family when family’s all that we got?
Everything I went through you were standing there by my side
And now you gon’ be with me for the last ride
So let the light guide your way, yeah
Hold every memory as you go
And every road you take, will always lead you home, home
Wiz Khalifa feat Charlie Puth- “See You Again”
Those lyrics are to one of my favorite songs currently. For me, it’s a song that really speaks of everything we have gone through. My family has been my number 1 motivator through all of this. Our bond has been ironclad and they have always had my back. Not only have they had my back, but we have stood side by side as a team. They are my guiding light, and a very important reason why I am doing this. I cannot wait to cross that finish line with my
husband and see their smiling faces. Our lives are going in a million directions right now and things are happening that could change our lives into the future, but I know that as the song says, every road we take, will always lead us home. Today was no stranger to life changing. Woke up to a call from someone connected to a hugely life changing event. (Details to follow later) I spoke to this person and others connected to this multiple times today, and spent time organizing all of that. Next, I recieved a call from KHQ working on setting up a interview about my story of weight loss, as well as the Tri. After many phone calls back and forth, I will be doing the interview with them tomorrow. Look for me on the 5 or 6 o’clock news tomorrow night. I will post more details as they come forth, as well as get that interview up here as soon as possible. I am so excited for the exposure this going to bring to myself, my family, and the Tri team. I hope when I get my story of hope and inspiration to others, that even one person will make that choice to spread their wings and embrace a healthier self.
I spent most of this morning working towards that goal and sharing my story with others. I also got several things ready for the Tri, including making space on all the cameras and charging our GoPro. Nearly there with all of our prepping for this race! Today, I was so thankful for my Mother in Law, who is totally amazing, and went to pick up my daughter in Cheney, so that I could focus on everything happening here. After a huge day of planning and communicating, I was exhausted and she had my back. Late in the evening, we headed to get my eyebrows done. Important fact, I like butterflies but that does not mean I want two catterpillar eyebrows! LOL so after that Jacub and I, went down to the Chamber of Commerce building, to help with bag stuffing for the Tri. That was a blast and really made me feel good. I love volunteering in our town, and I do it as often as I can, usually once or twice a week. One of the things I want to teach my children, is how important community service is. So Jacub helped me with that for a bit, and than headed out to have dinner with his Nana,
G Grandma, and his sister. I met them for some conversation when I was done, and we then walked around the boardwalk. It was super nice to have those relaxing moments in a hectic day. Drove home and than headed to pick vinyl up from Nan, who is amazing and cut me some for my poster. Thanks Nan!!! In the dark, Jer and I, with headlamps, mace, and fierce attitudes, left for a run. Ran 1.90 in 28:45 and it felt so amazing. Every step for me is a marvel. There are times I cannot believe that I was once a woman who couldn’t walk a single step without extreme pain. As I pull the breath into my lungs, I remember when I couldn’t take 100 steps without becoming so winded I had to stop. I remember, when it hurt so badly to walk around in the grocery store, that I walked with my upper body leaned on the cart to relieve the pain. When running was impossible and every breath, every step, was absolute misery. Lastly, I remember when my husband walked slowly beside me with concern in his eyes. These days he runs beside me with pride and joy in those eyes. I cannot wait to cross this finish line with you Jeremy. Thank you for always being my rock and my guiding light. We’ve come a long way from where we began as the song 
says. Butterfly up and out!! 