Thankfulness!!!

I just watched "Biggest Loser-Where are they now" and was so moved.  It showed many past contestants doing 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons, full marathons, and a triathlons. I cried hearing what they were saying.  They weren't necessarily concerned with winning a race but it was to FINISH the race.  I can joyfully say I have FINISHED two 5Ks.  I will be running my 3rd one on Saturday.  I will probably never be in the "race" for a trophy or medal but I will always be doing something that makes me proud of myself.  I can finally say I am so very proud of myself for accomplishing this in life.  I have so many things to be thankful for this year.  My salvation, husband, beautiful little boy, my family, my friends, my house.......I could go on forever.  But this year I can say I am thankful that I have been persistent in my journey of running and being healthier.  I am not dropping pounds right and left but I am slowly but surely "finishing" my race or losing weight.  I challenge all people who think it is not possible to regain your life back....Look at me!!!  I am a kidney transplant patient (4 yrs ago) who accomplished this.  Keep up the good work everyone!!