God is so good! Today, Matt went to play basketball and his knee didn't hurt!!! Of course I was a little jealous, but thought, "My knee will get better, I just need to be patient". Later this evening I went for a run and I couldn't feel a thing! Even my lungs didn't bother me and I haven't run in 2 weeks!!!
Thank you to all of you who prayed for us. This injury was greatly affecting (or is it effecting?) our lives and now we were able to get out and do what we love!
Last night, for the first time at the Sunday night group, we all prayed together. It was incredible. Maybe mostly because I was nervous praying with others, but last night felt natural. I'd been praying all week for God to prepare my heart to pray as a community, and during our discussion before prayer He helped me realize that so many of us pray in different ways, about different things and people, and when we all come together, we...how do I say this...we are complete. The group fills gaps that I lack in my prayer life and vice versa.
My point being, that I have been praying for Matt's and my knee for over a month now, and today we felt NOTHING! God is fabulous! Prayer is fabulous! And all of you are fabulous! Thanks again for all of those praying for us. I can't speak for Matt, but I assume that basketball to him is like running for me...it clears my head, helps me to unwind, keeps me in shape, gives me fresh air, and I am just so damn addicted to it!
Monday, May 19, 2008
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
We're Getting Old
I know many of you reading this are shaking your heads, assuming that we know nothing about getting older, but I have to say...I'm feelin' it.
For three, going on four weeks now, Matt and I have both been experiencing knee problems. Problems that has effected what we love to do - running and basketball. I have run maybe three times in three weeks (very rare - I usually run about 4-6 days a week). Matt hasn't played in three weeks (usually at least plays about twice a week). We are getting grouchy. Adjustments in our lifestyle have changed, for instance, when we lift weights, we have avoided leg excersizes or anything that involves us bending our knees. We have tried to make sure not to lock our legs and other various things that may help alleviate the pain. Nothing has worked. It doesn't help that our jobs require us to be on our feet for 8 hours at a time.
It isn't just the knees, although it is probably the most frustrating of the whole "getting old" aspect. I have to get up in the middle of the night to pee. We both wake up sore. And we can no longer workout without getting in a good stretch afterwards. I remember back in the day when I was young when I could finish a cross-country race and not even stretch and still feel good the next morning.
This year, we both turned 25. What did I do with my birthday money this year? Well, I decided to invest in anti-aging cream! That's right - I am trying to prevent wrinkles. All those year of sitting in the sun with no sunscreen has caught up to me. Speaking of which, when I went to Mexico in March, I put on sunscreen everyday (except for the first because it was cloudy - and yes...I still got burnt), not the point. I put it on sometimes even twice a day! That is unheard of for me!
Does anyone have any good remedies for a bad knee(s)? I am sick of this. It is a great time of year to be running and I've got nothing to offer. I was hoping to start competing again. If you are the praying type, please pray for us that our knees will be healed so that we can get back to what we love.
Thanks!
For three, going on four weeks now, Matt and I have both been experiencing knee problems. Problems that has effected what we love to do - running and basketball. I have run maybe three times in three weeks (very rare - I usually run about 4-6 days a week). Matt hasn't played in three weeks (usually at least plays about twice a week). We are getting grouchy. Adjustments in our lifestyle have changed, for instance, when we lift weights, we have avoided leg excersizes or anything that involves us bending our knees. We have tried to make sure not to lock our legs and other various things that may help alleviate the pain. Nothing has worked. It doesn't help that our jobs require us to be on our feet for 8 hours at a time.
It isn't just the knees, although it is probably the most frustrating of the whole "getting old" aspect. I have to get up in the middle of the night to pee. We both wake up sore. And we can no longer workout without getting in a good stretch afterwards. I remember back in the day when I was young when I could finish a cross-country race and not even stretch and still feel good the next morning.
This year, we both turned 25. What did I do with my birthday money this year? Well, I decided to invest in anti-aging cream! That's right - I am trying to prevent wrinkles. All those year of sitting in the sun with no sunscreen has caught up to me. Speaking of which, when I went to Mexico in March, I put on sunscreen everyday (except for the first because it was cloudy - and yes...I still got burnt), not the point. I put it on sometimes even twice a day! That is unheard of for me!
Does anyone have any good remedies for a bad knee(s)? I am sick of this. It is a great time of year to be running and I've got nothing to offer. I was hoping to start competing again. If you are the praying type, please pray for us that our knees will be healed so that we can get back to what we love.
Thanks!
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Weekend Trip to the Coast
A couple weeks ago we were able to get away to the Oregon Coast at Seaside for a couple of days. Our good friends John, Kate, and Molly Pattison joined us on this trip and it was fantastic! A long overdue vacation for us all.
Matt and I own a time-share (I know...one of those silly impulsive buys that you tend to regret later), but the more we travel and take advantage of it, the more we are so greatful. Without it, we most likely would not have taken this trip or even thought about doing mini-vacations like this. Thus, it is proving to be quite useful (finally!).
Although the weather said it was going to be windy, rainy, and cold, we were fortunate to have the best weather for the two and half days that we were there. There was some rain, wind, and it was chilly, but we enough sun breaks to keep our spirits up. We were even able to go for a long bike ride at Fort Stevens in Astoria.
Speaking of Astoria, I was able to see other friends of ours - the Bondurants who live near Astoria. They came down to visit along with thier 3 boys (their lastest only being 2 months - Melody looking good for just having a baby!) Sorry, no pictures of them.
All in all, it was good weather, great company, and overall a relaxing weekend. Here are some pictures.
The view outside of our balcony
Kate and John before our bike ride
Group shot (Molly is in the bike trailer)
Dad's and Babies (or baby and toddler I should say)
The family - wait...that's not my daughter!
Matt and I own a time-share (I know...one of those silly impulsive buys that you tend to regret later), but the more we travel and take advantage of it, the more we are so greatful. Without it, we most likely would not have taken this trip or even thought about doing mini-vacations like this. Thus, it is proving to be quite useful (finally!).
Although the weather said it was going to be windy, rainy, and cold, we were fortunate to have the best weather for the two and half days that we were there. There was some rain, wind, and it was chilly, but we enough sun breaks to keep our spirits up. We were even able to go for a long bike ride at Fort Stevens in Astoria.
Speaking of Astoria, I was able to see other friends of ours - the Bondurants who live near Astoria. They came down to visit along with thier 3 boys (their lastest only being 2 months - Melody looking good for just having a baby!) Sorry, no pictures of them.
All in all, it was good weather, great company, and overall a relaxing weekend. Here are some pictures.
The view outside of our balcony
Kate and John before our bike ride
Group shot (Molly is in the bike trailer)
Dad's and Babies (or baby and toddler I should say)
The family - wait...that's not my daughter! Little Molly - Cutie
Molly (Able to sit up!) and Jordan (Ready to get running on the beach!)
Daddy and Jordan running (more jogging) on the beach
Mommy and Jordan RUNNING
Momma Kate and Molly
Thanks Grandma Dot for the shovel and bucket (I think it was more of a gift for Papa and John)
Cheese! Momma and Jordan about to head down to the heated pool!
Kate and John watching the sunset
Oregon Coast
Last stroll before we head back home to Portland
Molly (Able to sit up!) and Jordan (Ready to get running on the beach!)
Daddy and Jordan running (more jogging) on the beach
Mommy and Jordan RUNNING
Momma Kate and Molly
Thanks Grandma Dot for the shovel and bucket (I think it was more of a gift for Papa and John)
Cheese! Momma and Jordan about to head down to the heated pool!
Kate and John watching the sunset
Oregon Coast
Last stroll before we head back home to Portland
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