tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7609922816774700750.post7484769912319138656..comments2023-06-26T05:38:09.002-07:00Comments on Sole Sisters: I Choose HardCarissa @ Sole Sisters Runninghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03809725240498822356noreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7609922816774700750.post-22569289435490209332012-09-14T12:57:51.914-07:002012-09-14T12:57:51.914-07:00I could have guessed that you are a "choose h...I could have guessed that you are a "choose hard" runner. I see that in you and love seeing how that plays out thanks to your blog. I was just commenting on your last post that the way you analyze your training fascinates me. You are a wealth of knowledge and encouragement Raina!Carissa @ Sole Sisters Runninghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03809725240498822356noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7609922816774700750.post-37667454076968553682012-09-13T23:12:08.639-07:002012-09-13T23:12:08.639-07:00I found myself reading several of those verses a f...I found myself reading several of those verses a few times this week. In relation to friends and their trials, and my own. I love that chapter of James. It is SO direct. We cannot deny that we have reason to rejoice even in our worst circumstances. We are HIS! <br />I can relate to your running passion and choosing hard- I like hard too, because the reward is sweeter.<br />I love how you and Jodi complement each other as friends. I love that you are different- but yet can laugh about it!<br /><br />Best wishes registering for Boston tomorrow. <br /><br />Finally got you added to my blog roll so I (and readers) can find your posts easier. :) Not sure what took so long, but glad it's there now.<br /><br />Rainahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14118022681297462844noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7609922816774700750.post-56096117132122747262012-09-08T17:50:33.049-07:002012-09-08T17:50:33.049-07:00Thank you Elizabeth! I admit, hard is scary. I o...Thank you Elizabeth! I admit, hard is scary. I often have to talk myself into it but you are right: it is worth it. Praying for you right now that the next time you're given the choice of hard you will choose it. God bless you!Carissa @ Sole Sisters Runninghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03809725240498822356noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7609922816774700750.post-63630575718139146082012-09-08T10:17:51.949-07:002012-09-08T10:17:51.949-07:00what a great post! This is an inspiration to me be...what a great post! This is an inspiration to me because I don't choose hard often enough. Too often I let what I am capable of elude me because I don't want to choose hard. In running, in my walk with God, in relationships...... <br /> I want to choose the tough stuff- I know it's worth it! Curly Pink Runnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13116080411954881056noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7609922816774700750.post-47485155478479924372012-09-08T06:51:01.970-07:002012-09-08T06:51:01.970-07:00You are so right about the rewards being sweeter J...You are so right about the rewards being sweeter Jessica. That has been my experience too and it's definitely a motivator for choosing the hard route. I'm so proud of you and excited to hear that you are finding time and energy to exercise. The fog of new mommy sleep deprivation is one of the hardest obstacles to overcome. Also, don't worry ALL first postpartum runs are pathetic. ;) It will be a great benchmark to look back on a year from now. Go Jessica!Carissa @ Sole Sisters Runninghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03809725240498822356noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7609922816774700750.post-70713946191988415222012-09-08T06:45:12.653-07:002012-09-08T06:45:12.653-07:00Thank you for mentioning 1 Peter 4:11. Such a gre...Thank you for mentioning 1 Peter 4:11. Such a great verse also. You definitely have walked the hard road Kara. None of my "hards" compare to loosing a child and the Lord bless you for sharing with others an example of clinging to the Lord and glorifying Him through that loss. As for walking, you are the FASTEST walker I've ever met. Talk about a good workout! :)Carissa @ Sole Sisters Runninghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03809725240498822356noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7609922816774700750.post-35245479391458126092012-09-08T00:00:57.089-07:002012-09-08T00:00:57.089-07:00So glad I read this. You are a talented writer, my...So glad I read this. You are a talented writer, my friend. You inspire me in so many ways!! I am not someone who usually chooses hard, but the the times that I do the rewards are much sweeter than when I choose easy. Right now my hard is just getting on my elliptical. I did an hour tonight and it was hard, but I feel so much better mentally. I did 1 mile at the track a couple weeks ago and it was pathetic, but my first postpartum run/jog. One day at a time! :)Jessica Bascomnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7609922816774700750.post-72749790139529872402012-09-07T13:55:19.424-07:002012-09-07T13:55:19.424-07:00I love the verses you shared and how encouraging t...I love the verses you shared and how encouraging they are to all different scenarios of "choosing the hard road".<br /><br />As you know I'm NOT a runner...knee surgeries and all, though I can fast-walk a pretty good pace. :)<br /><br />BUT--<br />I could relate to that aspect of trusting Him for the strength to push through and hold on and keep striving in the "strength that He supplies" (1 Peter 4:11).<br /><br />With the goal that "in everything God may be glorified" (same verse.)Kara Chupphttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13182607074543277164noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7609922816774700750.post-80206707618830312432012-09-06T21:18:44.641-07:002012-09-06T21:18:44.641-07:00Thanks Niki. I'm looking forward to when we c...Thanks Niki. I'm looking forward to when we can run together again. I miss our weekly dates already.Carissa @ Sole Sisters Runninghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03809725240498822356noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7609922816774700750.post-92007604129457541562012-09-06T20:38:23.405-07:002012-09-06T20:38:23.405-07:00I love that you are blogging even though you didn&...I love that you are blogging even though you didn't consider yourself a writer. Again, you chose hard. I'm so proud of your diligence, determination, and discipline! You rock, girl. The sky's the limit! Run with Jesus!Niki Shttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12419227913112895727noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7609922816774700750.post-68819599190670335462012-09-06T20:18:42.550-07:002012-09-06T20:18:42.550-07:00Thank you Jodi! I'll be running with you til ...Thank you Jodi! I'll be running with you til we're old and gray! XOXOCarissa @ Sole Sisters Runninghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03809725240498822356noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7609922816774700750.post-68081476804117692662012-09-06T19:37:57.044-07:002012-09-06T19:37:57.044-07:00This is my FAVORITE post you've written thus f...This is my FAVORITE post you've written thus far. So proud to call you my running partner. I'm with you for as long as you'll run with me.Jodi Stilphttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17903065580685456868noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7609922816774700750.post-80894454471717247432012-09-06T15:21:08.036-07:002012-09-06T15:21:08.036-07:00Hi Emma,
Thanks for your comment. I'm so bles...Hi Emma,<br />Thanks for your comment. I'm so blessed that this post is an inspiration to you. I'm praying right now that you will find the motivation that it takes to get out the door.<br />Happy running,<br />CarissaCarissa @ Sole Sisters Runninghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03809725240498822356noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7609922816774700750.post-66182629969312888592012-09-06T15:16:11.487-07:002012-09-06T15:16:11.487-07:00Hi, first time commenter here- I've just been ...Hi, first time commenter here- I've just been trying to motivate myself into getting back into running (we're just coming in to Spring here in New Zealand so it's a good time)and this post has really inspired me! I especially love the James 1:12 verse- it speaks to me both in a spiritual as well as the physical/mental sense :)<br /><br />Thanks!<br />EmmaEmmahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15713079761712611839noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7609922816774700750.post-18923490002128828052012-09-06T15:08:29.117-07:002012-09-06T15:08:29.117-07:00Thanks Devon. I've noticed the same thing abo...Thanks Devon. I've noticed the same thing about you when I've read some of your posts. :) My experience with training programs has been with the Hal Higdon programs but I also have Advanced Marathoning by Pfitzinger and I'm intrigued by the programs in there. We'll have to find a time to run together soon.Carissa @ Sole Sisters Runninghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03809725240498822356noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7609922816774700750.post-68576177386043885122012-09-06T15:01:21.054-07:002012-09-06T15:01:21.054-07:00This post is FANTASTIC. I am so much like you. I...This post is FANTASTIC. I am so much like you. I choose hard because I am the personality that can't just stay where I'm at. <br /><br />Ok, we definitely need to train together. I've used Runner's World's Smart Coach for my training plan, but I'd love to know where you get yours from. Is it the McMillan thing?<br /><br />Thank you for this amazing post!!Devon @ CrossTraininghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10456385539161466002noreply@blogger.com