There are many things I struggle with in regards to living with a terminal illnees, and one of the big ones is being able to be active. Working out or going for a hike or a run has always been one of the best coping skills and stress reliefs for me, and I struggle with not having a comparable activity now that I’m not able to do those things.
Though I usually ran just for fun, I had set a goal for myself once of running a race someday. I figured even if I did just a 5k one day, I could knock it off my list and enjoy the experience. Well I sat on that goal for too long, and it never came to be.
Fast forward to today… I came the closest I will to meeting that goal! My friend and fire partner, Michael, who has a lot of miles under his running shoes, teamed up with me to do a 5k together. We chose a virtual 5k that fit our friendship perfectly, mapped out a course, and he pounded the pavement while pushing me in my wheelchair. It was glorious! When I closed my eyes and listened to the rhythm of his feet against the ground, with the fresh air tossing back my hair, it almost felt like I was running.
I know it wasn’t easy; he had to navigate getting my wheels across places with no pavement, bump me up and down a few curbs, and push me up some ginormous hills.
He never complained, and just chugged along like a freight train. It was such a special day of fun and friendship, and I’m so thankful for Michael going above and beyond to help me accomplish something in the best way I could.
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Prayed for you
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Thank you! ♥️
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You are so amazing and so loved by many ❤️
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Thank you Pam ♥️
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Hannah, I’m listening! Prayers sent your way!
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Thank you Sarah!
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Absolutely awesome!!!!! So glad to see you enjoying the outdoors and being able to do your thing!!!! Love and prayers!!!
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Thanks April!
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That is fantastic! You have a wonderful friend.
I do read, am listening and praying for you.
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Thank you Tina!
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What an awesome friendship you have girl!!
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I am richly blessed!
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I love this story! Thank you Michael for giving this wonderful gift to Hannah! I certainly understand when you are not able to do the things you like to do. Hugs to you both!
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Thank you Linda!
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