Oh Holy Night.

This is my absolute favorite time of year. The traditions, the music, the food, family, everything. I love it so much.

Christmas has always been my favorite holiday (with Halloween coming in at a close second.) since I was a child. I don't know if it's the magic or what but it's about that warm fuzzy feeling you get when you know Christmas is coming.

2 years ago, I wrote, produced and directed a Christmas play for my parents home church. It was based on the book "The Indescribable Gift." It's the christmas story based on Mary's point of view. When I was first introduced to the the book, I immediately thought that it would make a good show. I wrote the script and put together all the music. It turned out to be one of the best creations I have ever made. The music and script flowed so well. The actors were perfect in their roles. It was a gift from God. I was so honored to have been chosen to give that gift to so many.

I am often reminded of the Christmas story. It's so easy to get lost in the hustle and bustle of the holidays. I try to imagine what it was like to have been there on that bitter cold night when my Lord and Savior entered the world. I often wonder how Mary did it. Only being thirteen and betrothed to a man well into his thirties. She was to bear the Son of God. She was bringing God himself, in human form into the world. Because of her willingness to answer the call, she was apart of saving mankind. People are enamored with the birth of Christ, which they should be and so am I, but I often think of Mary as well. What an example of faith, trust and servanthood. How indescribable.

The 3-Day 2009

I DID IT!!!

I walked 60 miles for the cure! Boy, my legs have never been so sore! I made it out alive with only one blister this year! That was a feat in and of itself.

Day one was great. Maury kept us walking at a good pace and we finished earlier this year than we did last year. I remember being so miserable last year. My legs hurt, I had blister after blister and could barely walk. This year we got to shower early and just hang out. That was unheard of last year. We had to wait in line for the showers and it was freezing cold. This year the weather was so nice. I felt so much better this year and it made it more fun.

Day two was rough. It was a really emotional day for me. I wasn't able to walk the second day last year so I was determined in my mind to make it. I honestly couldn't have done it without Maury. He pushed me the whole way to keep going. He was constantly thinking of me and my needs over his and always encouraging me. I am so so lucky to have him. I think I fell in love with him all over again this weekend :)

Day three was bitter sweet. It was a long hard day, but so rewarding. That's what the 3-Day is all about. It pushes you to your limit. You have to do things you never thought you could and go places you never thought you would go. Even when you are tired and achy and you feel like you can't go on, you have to. It challenges your spirit. Makes you realize the little things in life that are overlooked. It's just like cancer. It may destroy you physically, but you have to stay positive and keep going. Remission is the goal, but for some it's a long hard road to get there.

It felt so good to be apart of something bigger than myself. To work hard to make a difference. I'm already looking forward to The 3-Day 2010.