17 July 2008
Slow and Steady wins the race...by NR
Yesterday´s walk was our most trying yet. Hot, no shade and no destination in sight left the approx. 20 miles we walked to challenging moments! Just imagine, I am limping trying to get to the next morsel of shade and Em asked me a question. I told her as nicely as I could that I didn´t have anything good/nice to say, so I would just be quiet. Then, Em proceeds to sing ¨Smile! ´Cause you know God loves you!¨ I can look back now and be amused but at the time, it took all I had not to hit her with my hiking pole! HA...But really, it is amazing how our lows and highs never hit at the same time. When I am down, she picks me up, no matter how annoying the song or dance. I think she would say the same, that we have worked well together as a team. We have met people along the way that have come with friends and ended up walking alone...that´s not us at all. Today, we ended early as our bodies in many ways have told us to stop. Even our stubborn ways were no match for walking another 20 miles. We keep passing the same friends, which is so nice. It is nap time now, but I am home sick for some hugs so thanks for keeping up with us. XOXO
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Dear girls,
Most of us would not have made it a day so we all applaude you. Yep, I can hear you, Miss Em, breaking out in song and lightening up the moment.
Stay focused on THE goal and drink lots of water! Take care of your ankles, as well. I know your hearts are intact.
Miss and love you!
xxxx
Mama Sara
If I could I would hold you both in my arms until your aches, pains, homesickness and blisters went away. Except that Nik would only let me hold her for about 5 seconds!
Hang in there and allow God's beauty and grace to keep you going. I will pray for stamina and healing.
Keep singing, Em. Be nice, Nik.
Love you both,
MoM
Hi girls,
I cannot imagine the challenges that you have faced but I do agree with Barbara, Em keep singing. I can just imagine the look on Nikki's face. I got a chuckle out of that. I love you both
Momma Dot
Hola, Chicas,
Ditto to what you mom said, Emily, about drinking lots of water and avoiding too much sun. You are truly having a great adventure! It's hot here in Sherman, TX USA and we need rain. But, this is not unusual for this time of year.
Take care,
Lowell (and Nancy) Larson
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