Trusting the Process, One Step at a Time

Daily miles: 29.16 | Total miles: 11,478.12

I got up after a night of not very good sleep. Cold coffee, getting ready—and I already knew that today wouldn’t be a running day. Instead of pushing through and risking making things worse, I decided to be cautious and proactive. Slowing down is not always easy, but sometimes it’s the most sensible way forward.

The morning was beautiful, with a great sunrise. It had rained during the night, so I expected more rain, but it never really came. Soon I was able to take off my rain jacket. I had to shift my mindset: today was about moving forward, not about pace. About trusting the process.

This, too, is another learning lesson along the way. I’m confident I’ll get back to where I want to be, but right now the most important theme is reflection and learning. I walked most of the day. Walking takes much longer than running, and it changes the rhythm of everything. The next few days will be interesting to navigate, but I’m staying flexible and open.

Pain reduces me physically, and it also weighs on me mentally. Still, I’m trying to focus on what this moment can teach me. I’m incredibly grateful to have my sister with me—her support in all aspects of life means more than I can put into words. Thank you.

The weather stayed relatively dry, with a bit of drizzle here and there, and the temperatures were quite mild. A few dogs came running toward me, but with my rock in hand I was able to keep moving forward. The more experiences I have, the more confidently I seem to handle these situations. That said, I’m not getting complacent. I know I have to stay prepared and confront every dog with respect and awareness.

Tonight we’re parked again in the center of a small village, Christmas decorations still hanging in the streets. It feels quiet and calm. Now it’s time to rest.

Thanks for checking in. Andrea