With the Run For The Pines quickly approaching, Mandy decided that it was time for us to all get together and talk, run and eat (3 of my favorite things). This has been in the works now for a couple of weeks and I have been so excited for the opportunity for all of us to get together. God really showed up and gave us the Perfect day.
I had been watching the weather all week praying for a good day to just get out for a run, get some pics taken and talk about the things that are going to take place over our 5 days in October. We met at The Orange Planet (not heard of it, click the name to find out more) to get some pictures done, thank you again Becki, and then off for a run. Due to some unforeseen things a couple of the team members couldn't head out, but Mandy, Aubrey and I decided to go. It is interesting how God works through things like running. The 3 of us have never really talked together but there is an amazing fellowship that comes out during a run. It was truly like we were old friends and have known each other for years. During our short 4 mile run there was never an awkward silence or moment without discussion of things running, church or family.
After the run we went off to Mandy and Tim's house for food and more conversation. I have known all members separately for a few years but have never known them together. After our meeting I feel that this is the best team that could have been assembled for this adventure. We have Mandy, who is a first class runner and married to a great man (not to mention the daughter of a great man). She has a huge heart and ready to run. There is Nick and Aubrey, great parents with huge hearts to help others meet their full potential no matter what. Andrew, I have so many things to say about Andrew as I have known him the longest. He is a great friend and will talk your ear off if you let him :) And Justin, another really good runner that has the heart of a true competitor and ready to take on this challenge.
This is our team. Enough said. Of all of the people I could have thought of to make this event what it is going to be, I wouldn't choose differently in a million years.
We had some great conversations and got some logistical questions answered. I think that everyone is really confident about the run and what we are about to embark on. I may be a little bias, but I think that this could be huge.
Please pray for our safety while training, pray for the injured that they may recover well and be ready to go in 2 months and pray to help us help these kids.
Stay Strong, Run Long,
Brad
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