Hope Around Each Corner
Yesterday was a day of rest and reflection for me after a very difficult, hot Tuesday!
I got to Almira - finally! My legs didn't want to carry me any further. I was exhausted. I was out of water and very hungry. I was really feeling like I just wanted to lay right where I was but I saw a homecooking cafe. The parking lot was full - with about 40 motorcycles! I debated about going in but I was really hungry and needed to eat. So, I went in. I said hello and started talking to the guys. I told them about my walk and all about recovery. I can hardly believe it but these great guys paid for my lunch, then they passed the hat and made a donation to Maplegrove!
So, today as I rest in Gaylord, my reflection is how this experience mirrors recovery: You push your limits in recovery and always try new things, you have to act contrary to what your mind says. My mind was telling me, I couldn't go another step. But just when you think you can't, around the corner is new hope. The people I meet inspire me. When I feel the lowest, they rejuvenate me.
Posted by mseyrig on 08/07/2008 at 5:38 AMAdd Comment
Comment posted by Anonymous on 08/07/2008 at 7:28 AM Hi Alex, glad to hear everything going well, besides the very tired legs. I had expected to be in the Atlanta area when you arrived, but now plans have changed and I can't be there. Will be thinking of you and can't wait to see you when you return to WB. Michele C-MPG
