T-minus one day

So I leave in four hours for Philly to pick up my packet for the half marathon tomorrow.  If I sound obsessed, its because this training has been all consuming.  I have appreciated the incentive to get out and run everyday, but it has been overwhelming at times.  But it has also been amazing.  I have really regained a love for running.  To challenge yourself and put your mind in charge of your body is fun.  To tell yourself you CAN do this and continue on.  It makes the verse in the Bible "I beat my body and make it my slave" have new meaning.  And it also challenges me in my daily walk, to "beat my body " in other ways.  If I can force myself to run 12 miles, why can't I force myself to control my tongue, etc.  So, running has been a spiritual challenge as well as a physical challenge. 

I am looking forward to the race.  Hoping I sleep tonight and am not too nervous.  I am also nervous about leaving my kiddos.  This is the first time leaving Leah.  I'm not really worried, but this is the first time since I have had kids, I am leaving by myself.  Weird!  Pray they sleep tonight for their daddy since he's gotta go to church in the morning! 

Ok, I'll report how it goes to all you (haha ) faithful readers when I get back!!