Patience is a virtue, so they say....

Let me back up a moment. My husband and I decided to actively try having our first child in January. We knew we'd have to wait, for various reasons. The biggest, is planned travel in early November. To pass the time, I have started using my NFP method I learned in my Pre-Cana classes. After being on birth control for a few years, it was a relief to know that I did ovulate. I really want to start trying more than anything. I'm pretty sure I'm borderline obsessed. I talk to my husband a lot about it. He's so patient and listens. We get to start trying next cycle. About 23 days from now. I cannot wait. Patience.

I've been running a lot again. Which is fantastic. I haven't been for quite a while. I've gotten very out of shape. Running feels great again. I don't run super long distances. I don't have the focus. I get bored. About 2 miles a day. I want to continue into pregnancy (for as long as possible). I'm finding that I'm easily frustrated by injuries I'm sustaining trying to get back into shape. More Patience.

I have my constant companion for the last six years by my side when I run. She makes me smile, even when I'm not 100%. She has loved me unconditionally. She listens. She understands my moods and knows exactly how to react (even more than my husband). She never, ever holds grudges. She has taught me Patience.

Patience will help me get through and has made me grow as an adult. I don't like to admit it. But without it, I'm not sure where I would be...

Feeling quite frustrated today, but trying to stay up beat and patient. Tomorrow is a new day.