Marathon
I completed the marathon.
Now I can look out of my ninth-floor view with relief.
It’s a beautiful clear day. The temperature is -32 - windchill -45. You would think these temperatures would trigger a severe weather warning that would have the city declare an emergency and everyone would go underground to wait it out. But no –. we are a hardy city. We do complain in the elevator – a bit – but always with a smile.
Last Saturday, I promised everyone that I would have my draft manuscript “Impossible” forgiveness completed, January 17, on the anniversary day that Candace’s body was found 40 years ago.
I did it. It nearly killed me. I locked myself away for the entire week – and in the dungeons of my heart and in my trembling brain, I just sputtered until it was out. I am amazed that I did it. I actually completed it and sent it away.
The initial response from one of my readers was, “I have been challenged and encouraged as I read through your draft. It's beautiful and brilliant…. Your work is amazing and I know it will be inspiring and thought-provoking once it's out there in the world.”
It was the appropriate thing to say… I know that. So, I continue reading the email, waiting for the “but it might need some major structural issues.”
None, I think the manuscript actually hangs together this time. It still need obvious work but it is done.
My thoughts and feelings about forgiveness have been finally captured on paper. That’s epic!
Running a marathon is appealing to runners for many reasons. It's epic! A real test for your mind and body and a challenge that truly fills you with complete elation when you cross the finish line. AJ Odudu
Thank you for your prayers and support during this time - I needed all of it.
Now I can look out of my ninth-floor view with relief.
It’s a beautiful clear day. The temperature is -32 - windchill -45. You would think these temperatures would trigger a severe weather warning that would have the city declare an emergency and everyone would go underground to wait it out. But no –. we are a hardy city. We do complain in the elevator – a bit – but always with a smile.
Last Saturday, I promised everyone that I would have my draft manuscript “Impossible” forgiveness completed, January 17, on the anniversary day that Candace’s body was found 40 years ago.
I did it. It nearly killed me. I locked myself away for the entire week – and in the dungeons of my heart and in my trembling brain, I just sputtered until it was out. I am amazed that I did it. I actually completed it and sent it away.
The initial response from one of my readers was, “I have been challenged and encouraged as I read through your draft. It's beautiful and brilliant…. Your work is amazing and I know it will be inspiring and thought-provoking once it's out there in the world.”
It was the appropriate thing to say… I know that. So, I continue reading the email, waiting for the “but it might need some major structural issues.”
None, I think the manuscript actually hangs together this time. It still need obvious work but it is done.
My thoughts and feelings about forgiveness have been finally captured on paper. That’s epic!
Running a marathon is appealing to runners for many reasons. It's epic! A real test for your mind and body and a challenge that truly fills you with complete elation when you cross the finish line. AJ Odudu
Thank you for your prayers and support during this time - I needed all of it.
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