Recently, I had awakened early and opened our front door to get the newspaper when I was struck by the beauty of God. What a beautiful sunrise! So I hurried, knowing how the moment can pass so quickly, found my camera and took a few shots. There was no time to get my clothes on to get a better shot (without the power lines). Still, the colors were amazing! A few minutes later, it had all vanished. I guess this is a prime example where if you snooze, you lose! LOL!
Sunsets are beautiful. There are beautiful sunrises and also beautiful sunsets. There is one sunset that we’re experiencing right now. One of my long-long time friends (since grade school) is preparing for his mother’s funeral service this Saturday. Lastnight I stopped by their place for a visit of condolence and encouragement. I am thankful that she is a Christian and I know where she is right now. It’s easier to hang around those that know our Savior Jesus Christ. I hope that I have shown His light on them as they (immediate and extended family) consider the peace He gives us regarding what awaits us (1 Cor 15-35-58). I will miss Mrs. J. There are many memories that I have of her kindness and gentleness. What a fine family she has brought up..each one of them are respectable people and very loving.
Mrs. J passed away the same day that I ran the Seattle marathon. I didn’t find out about the news until late that evening. It was such a beautiful sunny and cool day. It was exceptional because usually the marathon takes place in rainy cold weather! At least that’s how it’s been for the previous three years that I’ve participated in the event. Yes, God has blessed that morning. I ran as a pacer running 13 miles at 10:52 min per mile pace. We finished the run right on time at 04:45. It was a great run. There were lots of hills, but sill it was enjoyable helping other runners try and meet their goals. As we were approaching mile 26, one lady almost fell down but she broke her fall with her hands, recovered and continued running as if nothing happened. That must have taken a lot of effort just avoiding the fall. Good for her! 
Now that it’s Wednesday, my quads are just about fully recovered and I’m thinking about running around the park for a few miles. It will be slow and easy and it gives me another opportunity to be in prayer. Running and in prayer.. I’m very thankful for God helping me get over this bad chest cold. I feel like I’m over that hump. I’m still congested (yuk this stuff has stuck around for over two weeks!) but I’m becoming less so now. Praise God!
Have a blessed day!
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