While reading, "Introduction to St. Thomas Aquinas," I happened upon a truism stated within the text. It read, "A body that tends by its natural appetite to its place is moved all the more vehemently and rapidly the nearer it approaches it's end." We see this truism all throughout Mother Nature especially as the year evolves through it's cycle. Autumn beginning it's change into Middle Tennessee is a great and glorious example of a natural progression.
I was born in October and entering into life must have had a good beginning because I rejoice in this time of year and running is especially enjoyable for as the weather cools and colors begin to change, time seems also to slow to show it's appreciation to and for all living things and people.
I've been watching a new John Wayne type western series lately. "Longmire," features a Wyoming lawman and his quest to keep the peace in a typical midwestern small town beset by today's standard of problems which are everywhere. One takeaway I've gathered from the series so far is how important it is to make sure one's faith is in the right place. My Runner's Credo, "Hold A Steady Pace And Keep The Faith" speaks to my having put my faith in Christ as the one true God and how I run my particular life race.
Behavior is one thing. And, circumstances will often change that. Heart belief is totally another. I love running and I love my Lord Jesus Christ!
Blessings!
Vicki
