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I've been procrastinating about running Dubai Marathon's 10k race for such a long time. The race happens in January every year and I started training in October (or so) last year. I was in a good place - could run 3k without a break - when I slipped and fell on stairs. Yikes! 

It was a nasty fall. I couldn't get up for few seconds and my head was spinning. Aisha (whom I was carrying) started crying. Thankfully she wasn't hurt (I fell in a sit down position), but she got scared by the sudden movement. Doctor said my tail bone was injured and there were no medicines for it. He gave some painkillers, showed some exercises to do and sent me home asking to rest as much as possible. 

I was in such a confused state. I couldn't walk or sit for too long for couple of weeks. I wasn't bothered much about the household chores as my mom was there to help :D, but I just couldn't stop thinking about the 10k. I was really disappointed.... 

Anyhow, it took me a while to recover and by the time I was back to my old state, I had lost all motivation to run or even get out for a walk. I would see my friends posting updates about finishing a 10k race or a marathon or a half marathon and it would leave me sulking. I would push myself to atleast get out and take a walk. But then I would give up after a day or two. 

Finally, I decided that it was time to stop sulking. It was time to take 'the first step out of the front door'. I have been doing well so far - walked continuously for few days and today I ran. My mind was telling me that I wasn't ready to run as yet. But my heart just couldn't stop. haha! Once you get used to running, walking makes you feel 'slow'. hehe. I don't mean to offend any walkers out there. This is just the way I feel. 

I tried walking faster instead of running. Couldn't do it. I told myself, I got to give myself more time. Couldn't do it. I broke into a run. Ran and ran. It felt SOO good. Suddenly I realized how much I had missed running. I thought I would stop when my legs start hurting. But it didn't hurt a bit. Usually, when I start running after a long break, I can only run for 200m, then walk 200m, then run 200m so on and so forth. But today I ran ONE full kilometre without a break. It was like my body was waiting for me to get out and give it some exercise. I wanted to keep running, but decided not to overdo it. 

I'am back home now and my back and legs are hurting. haha! I don't know whether I'am going to fall off the wagon again. But I'am going to keep trying. I know I will get there. Insha Allah. 

Before I go, let me share one more motivational 'running' quote I found on Pinterest. 

Running

Good night, sleep tight... 


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Do you make scrapbook pages without any photos? If no, I'am sure you would like the second challenge on Pretty Paper Studio's blog. If yes, you would love it even more. ;)

Initially, I thought a layout without a photo isn't that big a deal. More space to journal and embellish. I can be so over-confident some times. haha! 

Anyways, here is my layout for the challenge. I 'scraplifted' the layout I had seen here. 


Hope you liked it and will play along. 
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A new challenge is up on Beyond Grey and this time it is to make a Masculine Card with the following Girly Colours. 

Baby Pink, Pastel Yellow, Pastel Green 

Yeah, we girls at Beyond Grey really know how to twist things up for you, don't we? ;) 

Let Love Grow

I decided to make a mixed-media canvas this time. I've been trying my hand at mixed-media for a while now. Finally got one finished canvas. I'am really happy with how it came out. I hope you do too. 

And oh, one more thing before I go, this time the challenge is sponsored by Lightbox Creative. Did you see the goodies they are going to sent you if you are a winner? 
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I know it sounds cliche, but it's amazing how quickly our children grow, isn't it?


Aisha turned one on January 23rd. The past one year has been a whirlwind really. I have no idea where the time went... But I do know that I loved every bit of it.




We had a small celebration... Just our family, some pizza and ofcourse my tried and tested red velvet cake with cream cheese frosting.


And ofcourse a simple layout with Aisha's photos from the past one year.


Journal: I still remember how impatient I was during my last trimester to see your little toes and fingers, feel your hair and hear your voice.. And now you are all grown up: almost running, crying and laughing at the same time, kissing me when you feel happy... I'am waiting with bated breath to see you grow into a beautiful girl...
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Since 'love' is in the air these days, the next challenge at Beyond Grey is to create a LOVE card with no traditional colours: No Pink, No Red and definitely No Hearts. :)) Think you can do it?

Here's my creation. I found this challenge a bit hard to be honest. But I love what I came up with. I hope you do too. :))

Head on to Beyond Grey to see what other DT members have created and also check out the awesome prize this time. :)
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