#endurethestorm

[theartofjamesewalker]

I posted this photo to let my people know that we are safe and enduring the storm. We’ve had some water inside but overall blessed. My son is happy and has no idea of what’s going on outside. As men we must keep our households together mentally, physically, and spiritually. Pray for the city of Houston and the state of Texas. #prayforhouston #hurricaneharvey #houston #endurethestorm (at Houston, Texas)

[quiltnwoman]

In the rainiest of seasons where we feel the most troubled, is when we are poised for the most growth. But you have to be open to it. You have to know that this will pass. That the literal "sun will come out", it always does. A toddler does not stop trying to walk after falling a few times, 100 times. They keep going. Defeat and giving up is not an option. They have a goal, and that is to move, soar, run, play, be alive. Be self-sufficient, propel their life in a forward direction. Just because we grew up, doesn't mean we lose that drive. Instead, put your face to the rain, literally soak up what it's trying to tell you. Be ready for that mass growth when the sun appears. If it was always sunny, you can never learn to weather the storms. I know you can. I believe it, and I believe in you. #Perseverance #Endurance #YouAreABadass #UnconditionalLove #Rain #Sunshine #endurethestorm #survive #Believe #Stronger #StrongerThanYouKnow #Healthy #DanceInTheRain #BeYourOwnAdvocate #HealthyLifeCoach #IHaveToLiveMyWords #YourChosenFitness

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[everydayneverynight]

HOW do you run so much. I can barely hit 3 miles before puking :(

Well, I pace myself A LOT. I push my 3 year old in a stroller the whole time, which is about 50 pounds all together. So it gets tiring but, helps me because I like the grip. (Without Maxim I honestly feel weird and have no idea what to do with my arms and hands.)I take it in strides, especially since I do it in a very active neighborhood. I can't run the whole time. I will run minutes, walk a minute, jog 2 minutes, yadda yadda. Also, when you see those little grey markers, thats me making a stop for Maxim to play on the playground so he doesn't get bored, so it give me a chance to breathe and stretch.Also something people always don't think about, yours shoes. Your running shoes have SO much to do with it. They make so many different kinds and styles for a reason. Most people just buy whats prettiest. And I'm guilty of that in the past. Go to a store specifically for running and training, I go to Fleet Feet. They measure every aspect of your foot, they hook you up to a treadmill and video record your stride and the way you move and sit down with you and break it down. They then bring out a variety of shoes for you to try and run in again to see which feels best. Once I did this, and got shoes meant for the way my body runs, I was able to double all my old distance records. ALSO socks. Socks, socks, socks. To me make or break a run. Which is broke it today haha. Its good to stock up on good socks, and they can help you out at a store like that as well. SOOOO LONG OF A RANT. Sorry haha.Just pace yourself, make goals, track your times and routes cause it'll keep you more motivated, and just work your way up. There is no shame in walking either. Don't burn yourself out. :)

[movedtotheladysparks]

How awesome! :) I hope you guys have fun! Wish I could come, I LOVE the zoo, but haven't been in so long.

The zoo is like my favorite! I've been dying to go and we finally decided to go to celebrate my birthday. (:

[movedtotheladysparks]

Same here! Well, happy early birthday! What are your plans? :)

Thank you so much! We're having a family get together at my grandmothers tomorrow (which is where I'll be spending most of my day so hardly any internet access for me) and then on Monday, Wesley and I are going to pick up allorium and go to the zoo. (:

[movedtotheladysparks]

endurethestorm replied to your post:

My 21st is tomorrow :0

I hardly ever hear people having the same birthday as me! (:

[whatthefork]

endurethestorm said: I want naked 2 & 3 :/ how do you like them? Are they really worth it?

I've had Naked for over a year now and I use it nearly every day that I'm not at work since I don't bother with much makeup to work with dogs who don't care. But if I worked somewhere a bit more glamorous I would use it every single day. And now that I have all 3 the struggle is real lol To be totally honest and openly lame, now I choose my outfits based on which pallet I want to use. Aaaaahhhhh soooooo lame lol I absolutely adore them. I was a bit scared of Naked3 since I've never used rosey colors before but I love them. I have pale skin and green eyes and the pink shades actually look pretty good.