I am sure I have already had numerous opportunities to learn lessons at this point, and yes, it has only been two weeks. However, this past week I had a huge AHA! moment. Isn't this what is important?
I was feeling great, racking up the miles and then WHAM! (just like in the old Batman show) I was in serious pain. Pain that was reminiscent of pre-surgery. Self: "What if surgery didn't fix the problem? What if I'm stuck with this and can't walk, hike, bike, kayak, play? What if... What if...." Stop it, Mary. What is the truth here? A Still Small Voice.
The problem: too many days of the same exercise in a row and a tendency I have to push and push and overdo. My PT encouraged me that my back and all the nerves involved are still healing, I should mix it up with a little cross training. How did I forget the importance of this?
I was quite tentative to get on my bicycle; it's been over a year. Four miles later, I felt great. No pain. Self: "Do those mile really count on your adventure? You planned on walking this. A bike moves much faster. It really doesn't count." Ugh.
Here was the beautiful AHA! What is the point of this adventure? To get stronger. To celebrate life and enjoy all that God has given me as well as the challenges that I come up against. To glorify Him. It will take time, I must practice patience. What am I fussing about? Biking, swimming, walking, hiking. It is all a gift and I will be enjoying any of it that I can do, as long as I can do it. Thank you, God for this lesson. And, thank you to my husband and sister who wholeheartedly remind me to enjoy the journey.
If I were out walking on the route I would be just a bit north of the tiny town of Garfield, WA. If I turn to the west and look across the horizon I would see Steptoe Butte State Park. The butte stands about 3600 feet and provides impressive 360° views. Evidently, the geology up there is something out of the ordinary.
Total Mileage: 31 miles
Miles remaining: 429 miles
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