River Run (10 Miles)

Today, Cindy and Peggy reached another milestone.  They ran 10 miles!  The last time they attempted this milestone was when Peggy broke her ankle, which was 8 weeks ago.

Early in the morning, we piled into our SUV and the Hoversons' van with the kids and our bikes.  While Peggy and Cindy ran, Mike and I rode with the kids.  We felt the hills in our thighs, so we marveled all the more at these two amazing ladies.

For those of you wondering, they completed the 10 miles in 2 Hours 7 Minutes.  Peggy's ankle/foot held up fine.

 
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Tough and Determined

Cindy and Peggy walked/jogged 4 miles both yesterday and today.  For those who've been following their training, that's not a big deal.  What is a big deal is that Cindy has had a stomach flu and a fever.  It's amazing to witness these two ladies demonstrate how we're to rely on God's providence to do His will.

Lord, I pray that you will continue to sustain them through this journey on which they've embarked for Your glory.  And for those who do not understand what would drive Peggy and Cindy to make such sacrifices, may they come to discover You; May they come to understand the changes you inspire in your disciples.  In Your Son's name...

Back to Training

Last week, Peggy and Cindy resumed their training.  Last Saturday, seven weeks after Peg broke her ankle, they walked/jogged eight miles.  Her ankle/foot feels fine.  The soreness stems mainly from painting (up and down a step ladder) than any of the training.  Peggy continues to wear the brace prescribed by the doctor.  In addition, she has been using compression socks, which many runner favor.



Praise God!  Cindy and Peggy are more determined than ever to finish the marathon.

We had another surprise donation of $200 last week, raising our total to $1,882, or 22% of our goal.  We're not sure how, but we've little doubt that the goal will be reached.

Injury/Training Update

Peggy's ankle continues to heal.  She now walks with the boot and brace but no longer relies on the crutches.  There's some residual pain, especially after being on her feet for some time.  Peggy's toughness and determination continue to amaze me.

With the holidays and Peggy's injury, it's been harder for Cindy to train.  However, she's faithfully put in time on the treadmill and, I'm sure, can't wait for Peggy to be back on the roads with her.

Marites, our cousin, also plans to run the marathon.  She got a later start than Peggy and Cindy but has already run 8-miles.

Down But Not Out

For the last two and a half weeks, Peggy's been in pain.  While running 10-miles with Cindy, Peggy took a tumble.  What we'd suspected was a sprain turned into a chipped bone.  Thankfully, a cast isn't required though Peggy will be in a boot through December.

I share this to give you a glimpse of my amazing wife.  While others would see this as a reason to bow out, her greatest concern throughout this injury is that she would not be able to complete this run for Muia with Cindy.  Though slowed, this injury will not stop her.  Rather, the crutches and the boot have offered her opportunities to share about Miles for Muia.

If anyone serves, it should be from the strength God provides,  so that God may be glorified through Jesus Christ in everything. To Him belong the glory and the power forever and ever.

(1 Pe 4:11,HCSB)