Today, I enjoyed the one rest day built into my Run Across North Dakota schedule.
It certainly seemed like divine timing, because today was the most wintery weather I’ve seen since the run began. In Fargo, it was in the 30s with winds up to 40 mph and snow flurries. I was very grateful to be indoors today.
I enjoyed a nice, hour-long massage today to try to work out some of the tightness in my hamstrings and calves. I also took time to drive the route for the last day of the run. Once it is approved by local police, we will be posting information on the blog about how those wishing to run part or all of the last day can participate.
There’s one exciting bit of news to report: Samaritan’s Purse, the parent organization for Operation Christmas Child, is sending a video crew to film the journey of the run across ND. An edited piece will be placed on the Samaritan’s Purse Web site and some of the footage may also be used in the official 2008 OCC promotional DVD. I am honored that the organization thinks this story is one worthy of sharing with the nation! I think they are moved with the response from everyone across this great state.
Tomorrow morning, I have a speaking engagement before resuming the run where I left off in Jamestown, North Dakota. If you are interested in running with me Wednesday, Thursday or Friday (which will include the Sanborn, Valley City and Buffalo areas), please e-mail me at wwmitzel@hotmail.com with your contact information so we can discuss the details.
I hope everyone had a great Monday…I sure did!
4 Comments
November 5, 2007 at 6:23 pm
Wade Mitzel, you are an inspiration to me! When I read about your run in the Forum, I was not surprised…you are a man of great depth, compassion and love. I listen to KFNW everyday on my way to work and was thrilled to hear your story there. You are so humble and kind. I pray for your safety, endurance and well being everyday. Keep up the good fight and know you are making a difference in this world for others!
November 5, 2007 at 8:09 pm
Wade,
So glad to hear your day of rest went well and truly was restful and refreshing for you. We are looking forward to driving for you on Friday, and we are excited to meet you at the Finish Line on Saturday! May God continue to empower you to do what he has planned for you this week. May he keep you in good health and give you good weather.
November 6, 2007 at 3:49 pm
This was a chilly day, Wade, so I hope you had an extra layer of something on. I bet you can feel the finish in your bones now. Remember all that language that Paul used in his letters about running the race and finishing strong? I bet it has a lot more meaning to you now. God has used you to set a great example for all of us. Push on, brother!
Neil
November 6, 2007 at 9:02 pm
Hi Wade, your in my backyard, I’m just not sure where. I thought you weren’t going to be here until tomorrow. Will watch channel 11 tonight for more info. I’ve been praying for you. Be safe and God bless. What a great pursuit. Wade B.