Wow, we have come to our FINAL 100mileMonday post for this challenge!?? How unbelievable is that? ? NOW is the time to log your mileage for WEEK 13! If you have any question as to whether all 13 of your mile logs have been received, please don’t hesitate to send me an email at Sring100@shilohPhotography.com ! I will send your log over asap. ?Alrighty, before we move forward with some OUTRAGEOUS fun and EXCITEMENT for the final Spring100 post, PLEASE fill out your FINAL FORM NOW! ????

READ: You have until 11:59pm tonight(June 19th, 2017) to complete your 100 and qualify for the Spring100 prize! If you can submit your final miles BY Thursday, June 22, that would be fantastic.   I will be tallying up each participant’s mileage and sending out an email for your shipping address (if I don’t already have them) within the next 72 hours. PLEASE keep your eyes open for that email and response as soon as humanly possible! ??

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WEEK 13 FINAL MILEAGE FORM

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“Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before, I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.”
Philippians 3:13-14

CONGRATULATIONS!! ??Y’all are crossing the finish line for the 2017 Spring?!!!??

It has been a fantastic 13 WEEKS, hasn’t it?!☺️ What began as a simple idea turned into a fantastic challenge, truly blessed by the Lord, and I am completely overwhelmed and grateful for the turn-out we have had for our first Spring100! Guys & gals from across the globe have joined together… from Kansas to France to Mexican and back again and I am truly blown away! :) During this Spring100 challenge, thousands of miles have been walked/run+logged, goals met, races finished, hurtles overcome[y’all broken bones, bronchitis, and flooding is no small feat! ]friends made, and really a lot of encouraging fun enjoyed! ?? We have all had the same goal and that is to run the race set before us with endurance, whether it be the physical race or spiritual! Today is the final 2017 100MileMonday post and it’s really bitter-sweet. Out of all those who joined nearly 2/3rds of the Spring100ers have officially crossed the finish line and there are a few rounding the corner. I hear some of y’all will be putting in quite a few miles today just to make their goal of 100 miles by the end of this challenge[deadline is tonight at 11:59pm!] WAY TO GO!!?? For those who weren’t able to finish,  don’t give up and join me next year.  :) Y’all have done a great job and I have been so blessed to see your endurance and determination! Thank you for joining me for the first official SPRING100! This challenge has been made possible by all you and your active participation. YOU have blessed me! :) My prayer for each of you today is that you would leave this challenged encouraged in the Lord and ready to tackle whatever challenges come your way as you find your strength in our Lord + set your sight on Him.  Lord willing, I will see y’all next year for the 2018 Spring100!! ??

??Y’all, we have a super special Spring100 story below from Charity! ? I can’t tell you how much her email and and all the photo submission made my day. ??❤️❤️❤️ DON’T leave until you make sure to leave her a congratulations in the comment section!  Scroll down and enjoy all the fantastic photos from some of our Spring100ers!!??

Charity wrote, “Thanks so much for hosting the SPRING100 challenge! I’m finally submitting some pictures… seven weeks into the challenge I took the walk of a lifetime on St Augustine beach. I thought it was just going to be a sunrise walk with my family, but then my best friend proposed to me there!” CONGRATULATIONS Charity!! How exciting is this>! Rejoicing with you and absolutely loving the photos. ?☺️

Austin + Kandace grabbing their miles on the treadmill! I’ve so enjoyed seeing their dedication. Way to go!!???

-Melanie’s enjoying a windy walk for her last few miles. Loved having This sweet Ohio friend join this challenge!!  Well done, Melanie!!???
-Sarah overcame huge obstacles ?and miraculously finished her Spring100! ?This photo was taken just as she finished her final miles!! Fantastic job, Sarah. ?

-Katelyn didn’t let her late start get the better of her! She’s been hustling to make it to mile 100 and this picture proves she did it. :) Love this final mile photo!! Way to go, Katelyn(and crew!!)?

Bethany & Hannah have added so much fun and joy to the Spring100!! Love Bethany’s victory 100 mile photo. Thank you  ladies for joining!! ?

-Snapped this pic as Nathanael was jogging until midnight last night to catch up on a few miles! I have enjoyed seeing how he has gone above and beyond this challenge. Thank you for joining the challenge Nathanael!!???
-Leah should win “Spring100 encourager” award! Her photos, comments, and constant encouragement has been such a blessing and boost. Thank you LEAH!!☺️❤️

Mom walked her very last mile this morning with my Dad by her side! He vowed that he would help her get to 100miles even if he had to carry her half the way! ?

Elisha + Adele have been inspirational and encouraging during the Spring100! Way to go, Elisha.  You have been committed and faithful!?❤️

Proof that Miles can be accomplished even during business trips! ?
-Grace + Micah grabbed a walk at the Dallas Trade Center and Sarah successfully snagged a few miles while convention photographing in CO! Loved having you ladies join the Spring100. THANK YOU!!☺️???

Natalie was a faithful Spring100er even on Vacation!!?  It’s been a pleasure having you join us, Natalie. Thankful for your faithful participation!!☺️

-If Abel is one thing, it’s disciplined! And the Spring100 was no exception!!? This is his 100 mile victory thumbs up! Thanks for being a part of the challenge Abel. Wouldn’t have been the same without you!!??
– Sharon has blessed us with beautiful views and spring snow! ?Her walks have been enjoyed in the lovely state of Colorado and we’ve enjoyed having her join the Spring100.  Thank you, Sharon!!

-Lydia has gone way above and beyond and shes always been super faithful to help me retrieve Spring100 photos for my 100mileMonday posts! Thank you a million times over, Lydia!!! ??
-Catherine joined in the photo submission fun this week! She’s grabbing a break in between taxing ;) work! Way to go, Catherine. So happy to have you!!

Julie + Annie have been so fun to have in this challenge! I can tell by their photos they have both energy and spunk.?? Thank you for blessing me by joining this challenge Annie & Julie! You have done a wonderful job!!?

-Emmi has been our youngest and perhaps most energetic Spring100er. ?? She has informed me that I am a slow walker! Thanks for keeping us company on our Spring100 walks, Emmi. You did a great job!!
-Way to go everyone! Keep on running with endurance in the days ahead as you find your strength in the Lord. He truly is faithful!!?

“Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us^, Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God.  For consider him that endured such contradiction of sinners against himself, lest ye be wearied and faint in your minds.”
Hebrews 12:1-4

“I have set the Lord always before me; Because He is at my right hand I shall not be moved.“
Psalm 16:8

Well ladies and gentlemen, it’s officially official. Week 12 of the Spring100 is HERE!! As usually, formalities first! ? NOW is the time to log your mileage for WEEK 11! Super easy form to fill out below.?? If you aren’t sure if your form was submitted correctly, keep an eye on your email. Automatic replies will be sent within 2 hours after clicking “submit” ! If you have any questions at all in regards to the SPRING100, leave a comment below or send over an email to Spring100@shilohPhotography.com!

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WEEK 11 MILEAGE FORM

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Well, not only have we entered June but we have also entered week 12 of the SPRING100.  WAY TO GO!! ?? The FINAL day of the SPRING100 is June 19th so y’all officially have exactly 2 week left to complete and submit your miles. I am so excited to see you all cross the finish line!!!  This week’s verse is Psalm 16:8, “I have set the Lord always before me; Because He is at my right hand I shall not be moved.“ And yes, this is a perfect verse to memorize as you conquer week 12 of the Spring100! ;) This one verse reminds me of a couple other verses that always bring me so much encouragement- Psalm 34:5 “They looked unto him, and were lightened: and their faces were not ashamed.”and Isaiah 50:7 “For the Lord GOD will help me; therefore shall I not be confounded: therefore have I set my face like a flint, and I know that I shall not be ashamed.” Keep on looking to the Lord and thoroughly ENJOY week 12!! I know I will be here in Texas!! ???☀️

??2 questions for this week!! ?? 1.) What is your least favorite weather to walk in?  2.) AND the question of the season which has absolutely nothing to do with walking/running… ??PINEAPPLE or WATERMELON? Which is your favorite????? DON’T LEAVE without answering at least one OR both of these questions in the comment section below. I can’t wait to hear your answer!!

????DON’T FORGET! These posts are made possible by your fantastic Spring100 photos!!! Help make the 100MileMonday posts fun and interactive by leaving a comment below and sending in your photos. Snap a picture of yourself walking and send to Spring100@shilohPhotography.com for next week’s post! :)

So glad to have Sarah M. recovered from an injury and back in action and Lydia’s looking lovely as she conquers her Spring100!!❤️??

Rachel A. from the great Midwest enjoyed a Memorial Day walk with family and even found something worth climbing! Way to go Rachel!!?

??? Sarah B. completed her first official 5K this weekend and Leah’s going strong with weights for her Spring100!! Way to go ladies!!?????

Grace is enjoying a little break from the Texas rain and this fun duo did their mile together! Dixie seams to be a little camera shy. ???

Bekah + Lydia have been a great team! And how gorgeous sis that sunset captured during one of their walks?!??

Elisha + Adele looking lovely as they grab their miles and my parents enjoying a Spring100 walk at the Alamo this weekend. ??

Got to enjoy a couple walks with these cuties this weekend! Bekah + Emmi(and Fudge, the cat ;) were great walking partners! ???

“Thou wilt shew me the path of life: in thy presence is fulness of joy; at thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore.”
Psalm 16:11

Well, how did week 11 get here?!! Time really does fly when you’re having fun!! ?? NOW is the time to log your mileage for WEEK 10! Super easy form to fill out below.?? If you aren’t sure if your form was submitted correctly, keep an eye on your email. Automatic replies will be sent within 2 hours after clicking “submit” ! If you have any questions at all in regards to the SPRING100, leave a comment below or send over an email to Spring100@shilohPhotography.com!

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WEEK 10 MILEAGE FORM

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Here we are rounding the corner to the finish line of the SPRING100! Wow… way to go to you all. ?? Each of you has made fantastic progress and it’s such a blessing to see your determination! A couple of you are actually nearing the 200 mile mark for the Spring100. That is truly fantastic!!! How was week 10 for you? I really enjoyed week 10. The walks and a couple runs I took were so refreshing!!

“Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us” Hebrews 12:1

QUESTION: Have you thought about the fact that weight and sin mentioned in Hebrews 12 are 2 different things? :) Random question, I know! ;) I was reminded the other day of an instance a few year ago. It was early January, I was dealing with a bit of discouragement, and for some reason when I woke up one morning I just felt like I needed to go out for a run! Mind you, I hadn’t run in 10 years so the urge to run wasn’t natural. ? For me, it was to experience what it felt like to run and how it would be to physically run with endurance and I knew this would help me as I compared the actual physical run with my spiritual run! It was a super cold morning so I put on my running shoes and bundled up[y’all I am a “cold weather wimp” ;]. 2 long sleeve thermal tops, puffer vest, a heavy jacket, gloves, ear warmers, long exercise pants… you name it, I wore it! ;)  I looked like the abominable snow woman in South Texas??[click here for visual]. These were all what I considered necessary garments for running in the “bitter cold”! As I took off running I didn’t make it very far before I found these “comforts” were actually weights holding me back from fully running! They were literally entangling me and I had to throw off the extra weight of the jacket, gloves, and hat in order to better run!

“Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage.” Galatians 4:31

I learned 2 things that morning run! 1.) I couldn’t physically run to save my life ? & 2.) The weight mentioned in Hebrews 12:1 was just like my heavy layers! You see, my heavy winter jacket wasn’t a bad thing and it brought me a lot of comfort BUT it was holding me back from running. The  word weight mentioned in Hebrews 12:1 means “a burden or something so heavy and cumbersome that it impedes a runner from running his race as he should.” This weight may be “things” that in themselves may not be sins but hold us back from running the spiritual race to our fullest[if y’all remember,  traditions -which seemed to be good things to them- were weighing the Galatians down when Paul had to reprimand them— Read Galatians 4].  We will be faced with both weight and sin in this life that will need to be thrown off in order to run this spiritual race! It will be a life-long pursuit of spiritual purging. :) The Weight can come in packages that may not be weight for others but is for you…. It is something that is literally pulling you back when you are trying to run full force forward! The weight can be an actual thing like the amount of time you spend on the internet or on social networking? It could be the books you’re allowing yourself to read or the magazines you pick up at the grocery store or some form of entertainment, a  job you work, or the places you allow yourself to hangout?  But weights can also be overly-busy schedules, routines, attitudes, goals, habits, thoughts, aspirations, or future dreams which are not necessarily bad but  are keeping you from setting your eyes on Jesus and running with endurance! Or the weight could come in other forms.

“No man that warreth entangleth himself with the affairs of this life; that he may please him who hath chosen him to be a soldier. And if a man also strive for masteries, yet is he not crowned, except he strive lawfully.” 2 Tim 2:4-5

The Holy Spirit is urging you and me to take a good look at our lives and remove/lay aside everything that weighs us down and keeps us from a life of obedience[2 John 1:6]. We must be honest with ourselves and with God. Remember, there is nothing done in secret[whether thought or deed] that He does not know[Ps 139:1-2]. Do you have sin or weight that binds you and is holding you back from running? This week I want to encourage you all to pray that the Lord would show you the extra weights and sins that are holding you back from fully running this race for His glory. When He answers, don’t ignore it! Ask yourself, “Does —fill in the blank— help me run the race for Jesus or hinder me?” Then (in God’s strength) do just what Hebrews 12:1 says to- lay it aside! To lay aside is a deliberate decision to make a permanent change. Don’t say you just can’t throw —fill in the blank— off because, in all honesty, that isn’t the truth[1 Cor 10: 13]!  You can throw off the weight and sin through the strength of the Lord, “I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.” Phil 4:13. Yep, that’s my really random and long Week 11 musing! Phew, thank you for being a listening ear to my rambles. ;)  I am praying for each one of you as you conquer week 11 of the Spring100 and seek to throw off that weight and the sin which so easily besets us. God is faithful! If you need someone to pray for you as you throw off certain weights or sin, send me an email to rachel@shilohphotography.com HERE. I will be honored to join you in prayer!?

??2 questions for this week!! ?? 1.) What is the strangest thing you have seen during your Spring100 walks/runs??  2.) How many of you have already completed the 100 miles and are pushing forward for more??  Comment below answering one or both questions! Happy walking/running for week 5.

????DON’T FORGET! To make the 100MileMonday posts fun and interactive, I need to hear from YOU! Leave comments below and feel free to comment on other Spring100er’s comments. Also, these posts are made possible by your fantastic Spring100 photos. I would LOVE for next week’s post to be the BEST YET!! So that means I need you to  Snap a picture of yourself walking and send to Spring100@shilohPhotography.com for next week’s post! :)

Hannah & Bethany enjoyed their Spring100 walk in West Virginia this week!! Bethany says, “This house was built by our great great great great great great grandfather in 1770 and is the oldest house on its original foundation in the state!” Keep up the wonderful work ladies!!

My Mom has been enjoying her Spring100 miles with my Dad. Beach breezes and evening sunset walks are the best!! Looking lovely :D

Great NEWS!! With a few training sessions and treats, Leah has Honey back to walking the spring100!! :D Way to go Leah ??!! Ruth has been so dedicated. Love seeing her out getting her miles in! ?

Date-night walk around the park for Katelyn who is looking GORGEOUS and Bekah is enjoying a bit of a run for her Spring100! Wonderful job, ladies!! ?

Gotta Love this walking crew!! Lydia, Ruth, and Abel have been so faithful to get their daily miles and Nathanael is going strong with his Spring100. Keep up the great work y’all!!

Can’t get over the gorgeous sunsets I have soooo enjoyed for the Spring100! ?? Keep up the wonderful work and DON’T leave without leaving a comment. ??

“Know ye not that they which run in a race run all, but one receiveth the prize? So run, that ye may obtain.”
1 Corinthians 9:24

Can you believe we are at the HALF WAY mark of the  Spring100?!?? NOW is the time to log your mileage for WEEK 5! Super easy form to fill out below.?? If you aren’t sure if your form was submitted correctly, keep an eye on your email. Automatic replies will be sent within 2 hours after clicking “submit” ! If you have any questions at all in regards to the SPRING100, leave a comment below or send over an email to Spring100@shilohPhotography.com!

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WEEK 6 MILEAGE FORM

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“I will run the way of thy commandments, when thou shalt enlarge my heart.”
Psalm 119:32

Well, half way through Spring100 is almost unbelievable for me!! This has been a great challenge and I have loved getting to know you all a little better through it. ?The next few weeks we have some pretty exciting happenings planned for our 100MileMonday posts(including a give-away?), so be ready!! How was week 6 for you all? Spring100ers have enjoyed a variety of walking conditions this past week and it’s been so fun to see. From sunny warm river walks to snow-covered ground❄️[how’s that for a Spring day?!] If y’all are using the Spring100 Calendar, Ps 119:32 is the verse of the week. Honestly, whenever I read this verse, it makes my heart swell! We can run swiftly in His commandments because He “enlarges” our hearts. “God, by His Spirit, enlarges the hearts of His people when he gives them wisdom”[MHC] and we are told in James 1:5 that “If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.” How exciting is that truth?! I am reminded of Psalm 119:18 where the Psalmist says, “Open thou mine eyes, that I may behold wondrous things out of Thy law.”  This would be a wonderful prayer for week 7 of the Spring100. May we seek the Lord diligently through His Word and pray that He would give us wisdom [enlarged hearts] to run [not just walk but RUN] swiftly in His commandments!! ?  Praying for you all!

 ??2 questions for this week!! ?? 1.) Since we are exactly half way through, what’s been your favorite thing about the Spring 100 challenge so far? 2.) What is YOUR FAVORITE after walk/run treat( chocolate, fruit, cheeseburger??, NAP?, etc.)?? Comment below answering one or both questions!↓↓  Can’t wait to hear your answers!!

????DON’T FORGET! To make the 100MileMonday posts fun and interactive, I need to hear from YOU! Leave comments below and feel free to comment on other Spring100er’s comments. Also, these posts are made possible by your fantastic Spring100 photos. Snap a picture of yourself walking and send to Spring100@shilohPhotography.com for next week’s post! :) ?

Waving hello to Rachel from MO!? She’s enjoying her Spring100 and prepping for a Church 5k. Way to go Rachel!! ?

Love Melanie’s enthusiasm and joy during the Spring100!! ? And how’s that for a gorgeous Ohio view? Keep up the fantastic work Melanie!!

Isn’t walking always funner with cute little girls?!!☺️?  Mrs E. enjoying her Spring100 at the track with her adorable granddaughters!

All smiles from Kansas all the way to the heart of Texas for these Spring100 walkers! Sarah overcame the rain to get her mile in and Elisha + Adele are enjoying the sunshine. Beautiful job ladies! ???

Just so y’all feel a lot better about your walking conditions…. Sharon had to conquer a Spring Snow storm to get her mile in. ? Sharon wins most extreme walking weather conditions for week 7 y’all!! ??

Mom’s been talking the kids on a river walk this past week! How fun does this group look?!? Keep up the great work y’all!! ?

Lydia’s delication has been so INSPIRATIONAL!! Rain or shine, sick or healthy, hot or cold… she’s out grabbing her mile + helping the younger crew get their walks in too. Fantastic job Lydia!! ! ???

ENJOY WEEK 7!!!

“Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us,  Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God.”
Hebrews 12:1-2

 

“Righteousness shall go before HIM; and shall set us in the way of HIS steps.”
Psalm 85:13

Hello everyone!! So glad to see you here for WEEK 6 of the Spring100!!!?? NOW is the time to log your mileage for WEEK 5! Super easy form to fill out below.?? If you aren’t sure if your form was submitted correctly, keep an eye on your email. Automatic replies will be sent within 2 hours after clicking “submit” ! If you have any questions at all in regards to the SPRING100, leave a comment below or send over an email to Spring100@shilohPhotography.com!

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WEEK 5 MILEAGE FORM

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How was week 5 for YOU?? We had “winter-ish” weather come back for a coupe days here in my area and it was really refreshing to walk/run in the crisp-cool air! As I look at my Spring100 Calendar, I am noticing we are almost half way through this challenge. WAY TO GO! ?? Y’all are doing a wonderful job and I am thrilled to have you in the Spring100 challenge. I hear a portion of the walkers/runners are recovering from  that nasty super-cold effecting a everyone from deep south in Texas all the way to London ;) but you haven’t let it slow you down.  WOW!! Fantastic!  This week’s Spring100 verse is Psalm 85:13, “Righteousness shall go before HIM; and shall set us in the way of HIS steps.“ This would make a great memory verse for the next week and I encourage you all to really meditate on it during your walk! Isn’t it a comforting and blessed truth that He sets us in the way of His righteous steps?! Enjoy week 6 everyone and don’t forget to send in 100MileMonday photos along the way!! Can’t wait to walk week 6 of the SPRING100 with you all across the miles! ???

??2 questions for this week!! ?? 1.) Do you have a favorite walking partner or do you walk alone? 2.) Any of you had to push through sickness during the Spring100? Or sprained ankles, sore knees, random forms of discomfort?? Comment below answering one or both questions!↓↓  LOVING all the FUN answers y’all are giving on the weekly questions. Keep it up!!

SO MANY FANTASTIC photos this week! A HUGE thank you to all who submitted. ENJOY scrolling through and have fun on your walks/runs for week 6!!!?

??Remember!!  The best way to get involved and encourage fellow Spring100ers is by weekly sending in photos to of yourself during your walks and commenting below!  Spring100@shilohPhotography.com!

LOVE this picture of Bethany + Hannah looking radiant and  enjoying a Spring100 mile with their friend in Oklahoma!! ? Way to go ladies!!

All smiles for these gals! Annie & Julia[+ adorable calf!!] completely made my day with these photos and  have been doing a fantastic job on their Spring100 goals! They even accomplished some running this week. ??? SPECTACULAR work!!

How’s this for outrageous adorableness?! Katelyn is conquering her miles with these precious little girls at her side!! Can’t get over those smiles. Keep up the great work Katelyn!!???

From Sunshine to Star-filled Skies…. Micah’s soaking up some Sunshine for her Spring100 & Kandace is enjoying her miles under the Texas Stars with Mrs. E! Looking great! ☺️?

Leah? from GA + Joel have inspired me this week with their distance running…. I absolutely love seeing their dedication and endurance! Keep up the fantastic work!??

??Elisha & Adele are mastering week 5 with their faithful dog, Cooters! ? How gorgeous is their view?! Wonderful photos, Elisha!!?

Micah & Emmi have made quite a lovely walking team! They are enjoying their Sunset walks for the Spring100.☺️?

Sarah’s looking very lovely as she grabs a mile in between church services in KS and Lydia, Abel, + Bekah have faithfully accomplished week 5 together here in TX!! Way to go!!???

Nathanael has a 4 footed running partner for this challenge and Grace is keeping warm during the unseasonably cold Spring day for her Spring100 walk! ?

On your marks… get set… GO! Fun seeing these pictures. Because walking is always ALWAYS funner with best friends! ? How about challenging a friend to a race this week? ;)

So enjoying my SPRING100 walks! And added a few layers this week too. ;)  Keep up the fantastic work and thoroughly enjoy week 6!! ???

“He restoreth my soul: He leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for His name’s sake.”
Psalm 23:3

 “So then it is not of him that willeth, nor of him that runneth, but of God that sheweth mercy.”
Romans 9:1

Well now, let’s give a warm welcome to week 5 y’all!!? The Spring100 has been fantastic, hasn’t it? NOW is the time to log your mileage for WEEK 4! Super easy form to fill out below.?? If you aren’t sure if your form was submitted correctly, keep an eye on your email. Automatic replies will be sent within 2 hours after clicking “submit” ! If you have any questions at all in regards to the SPRING100, leave a comment below or shoot me an email! ?

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WEEK 4 MILEAGE FORM

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^“Know ye not that they which run in a race run all, but one receiveth the prize? So run, that ye may obtain.  And every man that striveth for the mastery is temperate in all things. Now they do it to obtain a corruptible crown; but we an incorruptible.”
1 Corinthians 9:24-25

How was week 4 of the Spring100 for y’all?? ? I hope you are finding it edifying, energizing, and encouraging. I had a super rainy week here BUT God allowed for just enough dry weather to get my daily walking goals in!! This week I have been super blessed as I meditate on 1 Corinthians 9:24-25 during my walks/runs.  We are called to run this spiritual race to win! Our prize? The incorruptible crown! This does not mean we earn our salvation  or that it is won by the way we ourselves run. If so, I would be desperately hopeless! You see, in Isaiah we are told that our works or “all our righteousnesses are as filthy rags” and in Romans 9:1 it says, “So then it is not of him that willeth, nor of him that runneth, but of God that sheweth mercy.” Salvation is a free gift of God and righteousness is found in the shed blood of Jesus Christ[2 Cor 5:21]! We are saved by grace[Eph 2:8-10»Rom 3:24»Acts 15:11], “our sufficiency is of God”[2 Cor 3:5] and this race we run, we run by HIS strength :). “The race of life is not a field for demonstrating the force of our will to make good choices. It’s a field for showing how the beauty of Christ takes us captive and constrains us to choose and run for HIS glory. The race of life has eternal consequences not because grace is nullified by the way we run, but because grace is verified by the way we run.” The way we run this race will prove whose strength we are running in and who has taken us captive. If we are trusting in ourselves or our own good works to get us to heaven[Rom 3:10»Is 64:6»Ps 130:3], we will have no endurance and completely fail the race…. We will fall drastically short of the finish line[Rom 3:23]. But if we have come to the saving knowledge of Jesus Christ and found in Him our strength to run, we will run to win. Christ -in His great mercy and grace- enables us to run with endurance and finish the race set before us! :) Random thought for week 5. Look steadfastly to Jesus and trust HIM to sufficiently provide the strength needed to run the race set before you with endurance! He is faithful. ❤️ I will be praying for you all this new week of the SPRING100! Have fun!!

“ It is God that girdeth me with strength, and maketh my way perfect. He maketh my feet like hinds’ feet, and setteth me upon my high places.”
Psalm 18:32-33

??2 questions for this week!! ?? 1.) What would your dream location be to walk? The Grande Canyon, farmland of Ireland, ???  2.)  What’s your favorite part about your walks? (beautiful scenery, fresh air, etc.?) Comment below answering one or both questions! Happy walking/running for week 5.

??Remember!! The SPRING100 is a community and we want to hear from YOU! The best way to get involved and encourage fellow Spring100ers is by weekly sending in photos to of yourself during your walks and commenting below!  Spring100@shilohPhotography.com!

Lydia’s not letting the rain stop her! She’s walking in the rain for week 4. Way to go!!??

LOVE having Katelyn join us!! And how ADORABLE are her little girls???!! Keep up the fantastic work, Katelyn! ?

Walking parties are a common sight at our house now! :) Always a fun group to do the Spring100 with!! Lydia, Bekah, + Abel are working hard and a Grace helped create what looks like the Eiffel tower during their Spring100.???

So happy to have Mrs E. part of the Spring100!! She’s enjoy the track and Sarah is getting a run in downtown! Both are looking lovely. Way to go ladies!!??

I found myself in good company during my evening walk! Followed by a flock of excited ducks who hoped I would feed them a bit of the chicken’s corn. Wonder if we can get some Spring100 duck shirts made….. ??

Sarah’s dedicated in Kansas and Katelyn blessed me with this fun picture! Enjoy sister time during their Spring100 walk. Lovely!!?

Ruth + Emmi make a great walking team! Love Ruth’s dedication. ?

Joel’s been keeping on track with his Spring100 miles even with a busy traveling schedule! Way to go Joel! ????

^“Let thine eyes look right on, and let thine eyelids look straight before thee. Ponder the path of thy feet, and let all thy ways be established.”
Proverbs 4:25-26

“Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful. But his delight is in the law of the Lord; and in his law doth he meditate day and night. And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper.”
Psalm 1:1-3

Welcome week 4!!?? It’s hard to believe that we are really already at week 4, isn’t it?!  NOW is the time to log your mileage for WEEK 3! Super easy form to fill out below.?? If you aren’t sure if your form was submitted correctly, keep an eye on your email. Automatic replies will be sent within 2 hours after clicking “submit” ! If you have any questions, leave a comment below. I’ll answer asap! ?

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WEEK 3 MILEAGE FORM

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Well, week 3 was EXTREMELY special for me!! ? My sweet Kansas friend who has also joined the SPRING100 blessed me with a visit and (yes!) we walked our daily miles together. ?? It was such a fun encouragement! MORE on that visit will be blogged by Wednesday[Lord willing!] so definitely check back!! :)  How was week 3 of the SPRING100 for you all? I know many of you had intensely busy schedules. Were you able to keep up with your Spring100 walks/runs? I am so looking forward to walking week 4 with you all across the miles!! ?? It’s been a blessing and privilege to have each of you join us for this Challenge! I have prayed and will be praying for  you this new week of the Spring100! May this new week be filled with growing in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. ? Don’t forget to grab a Spring100 Calendar if you’re needing help keeping track of your daily miles. FOUND HERE!

 ??2 questions for this week!! 1.) Are you walking/running a little bit everyday, or taking longer walks just a few times per week? 2.)  What is your favorite time of day to walk/run? Don’t leave without answer at lease one[or both!!] I would LOVE to hear YOUR answer in the comment section below.

Yes, the moment y’all have been so patiently waiting for. ? The 100mileMonday photo round-up! I LOVED each photo received. The common theme seems to be “all things cute babies” this week. ;)   DON’T FORGET to send photos of yourself during your Spring100 walks each week[as many as you want] to Spring100@shilohPhotography.com and you will be included on the next post! :) We want to see YOU!!

Kandace enjoyed her Spring100 walks while visiting her Sister in north Texas and outrageously cute niece joined the fun! Lovely ladies ??

Austin’s tracking with a couple very energetic nieces and it looks like one’s beating him in the running division! ;)  Looking great for week 3.???

Sarah’s looking lovely for her Kansas Walk and even added a little extra weight to her workout this week with an ADORABLE little nephew!???

Ruth + Abel remained dedicated during a business trip with Dad! They are grabbing their Spring100 mile on the treadmill!! Way to go. ??

Walks are always better with Friends  + Sisters!!? Bekah & Emmi are keeping up with their Spring100 famously.

So, one of our littlest Sprint100ers may have received her shirt a bit early! ;) Elisha + Adele always add such a gorgeous touch to the Spring100 posts!!?

Leah + Hannah looking lovely during Week 3 of Spring100! Leah grabbed some sun in GA and Hannah is enjoying the TX clouds. ?

Sarah + Ellie enjoying a morning Spring100 walk in Kansas?? and Melanie mastered the 1.8 hike on a chilly morning in Ohio!! ? Love the smiles!!

2 Gorgeous Spring100 views from down south and the Budding East Coast! Can’t beat those. Keep up the great work everyone!! Can’t wait to hear how week 3 went for you. Leave a comment and let me know below! ↓

 

^“Know ye not that they which run in a race run all, but one receiveth the prize? So run, that ye may obtain.  And every man that striveth for the mastery is temperate in all things. Now they do it to obtain a corruptible crown; but we an incorruptible.”
1 Corinthians 9:24-25

Not unto us, O LORD, not unto us, but unto thy name give glory, for thy mercy, and for thy truth’s sake.” Psalms 115:1

Well, by the grace of God, we have made it to week 2 of the SPRING100!!?  Y’all are going to have to make it through all the Spring100 formalities to get to the 100MileMonday fun at the bottom of this post. ? It’s been a beautiful week here in South-central Texas and I have been so blessed & encouraged by everyone who has joined this challenge. Seeing you all dedicating yourselves to the Spring100 is exciting!! I have been and will praying for each of you during this Challenge. It’s my hope and prayer that this will not just be a fun physical activity[although it is!!] but also a spiritual encouragement for the glory of God as we set our eyes on Jesus Christ[Heb 12:1-3]! And today is the day you get to log your miles  from week 1! There is a super-easy form to fill out below. Please be sure to add up the miles walked/ran for WEEK 1 [last week, March 20-26th] and submit them here! For those who are currently traveling, sick, or recovering from baby ;) and are planning on starting the Spring100 when the Lord allows, just enter 0 until you actually begin the Spring100!

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WEEK 1 MILEAGE FORM

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Okay… did you log those miles? ?Good, we can move on!!?

1 Spring100 notice: ☞I was asked by several Spring100 participants how they should keep track of their daily miles and some have requested some type of chart! So, I have created the Spring100 calendar. ☺ It’s pretty self-explanatory! If you’re needing an easy way to keep track of the miles walked in a day/week in between submitting them here, print the below calendars and have fun! I have also chosen a verse each new week that has blessed me over the past week and I hope the verses chosen will encourage and bless you each week as you meditate on them during your walk/run. :) You could even set your mind and heart on memorizing the verses during your walk/run.  I have my Spring100 calendar printed and I’ve started filling it in!

Spring100 Printable Calendar Download
March || April || May || June

Note: I am very new at creating pdf files… so if you have any trouble at all printing, just leave a comment below and let me know!

I chose Is 40:31 for this week’s verse! “But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.” I found myself downright physically exhausted last week and instantly Isaiah 40:31 came to mind! It made me think of the spiritual race we are running. This spiritual race can only be run with endurance when we find our strength in Christ [Ps 28:7]! “But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength”. To wait means 1.) to remain in a state in which you expect [Ps 62:5]or hope[Jer 17:7] and 2.) to serve[Ps 100:2], to attend as a servant. So, as we run the race set before us, where is our hope and who are we serving? Ultimately, who are we running for? :) As we run for, Hope in, and serve the Lord, He will renew our strength! We will “run and not grow weary”. That is a promise! ?

2 QUESTIONS!! ? How did week 1 of the SPRING100 go for you?? Where was your favorite walking location for week 1?  I would love to have each of you answer 1 or both questions in the comment section ↓below↓!!

And now it’s time for the Week1 100MileMonday Photo Round-up!! To all who submitted photos, THANK YOU! There are still quite a few who haven’t submitted photos and joined in the fun. To those who haven’t submitted a fun walking/running photo, don’t forget to for next week’s 100MileMonday post. Simply email to: Spring100@shilohPhotography.com

Joseph is one of our youngest Spring100 participants. Loved receiving his photos this week! ?

Faith L. joined in the Spring100 fun! Neighborhood walks with siblings are such fun. :) Way to go Faith!?

Love this creativity! Nathanael has challenged himself by carrying a weighted backpack for his daily walks/runs!!

Leah blessed me by joining and sending in these fantastic photos. Love how Leah got her family to join her for a Spring100 walk!?

Since we have young girls in our family, we have been pairing up during our walks to ensure safety and goal accomplishment. Emmi & Bakah are doing a fantastic job!

2 different states,  2 completely different walking views, 2 gorgeous smiles! Sarah B. sends a “Hello” from rural Kansas while Hope L. is enjoying her Spring100 walk through her neighborhood! Looking good ladies. ?

Melanie T. is enjoyed a brisk Ohio walk for Spring 100 week 1 ❄️while Micah took in a little spring sun for her Spring100 down here in Texas! ☀️ Way to go ladies!!

Ruth’s been super dedicated and I am loving her energy! Joel + Nathanael decided to enjoy a walk to town for their Spring100. Keep up the fantastic work!!

Some days call for a walking break! ;) Enjoying a mile during my work break and Abel got his daily Spring100 walk during his morning recess! Keep up the wonderful work everyone!!

“And whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him.”
Col 3:17

Happy Spring and with the first day of Spring we also have the very first day of the Spring100! ????

The last 24 hours have brought NEW members to the Spring100. ???? Welcome[y’all know who you are ;]!! We are so glad to have you join in the fun! Today is the very first day of Spring100 and I really couldn’t be any more excited!! Our Goal: 100 miles by June 21st… let’s do it! For the first day of this challenge I want to encourage you all to really redeem your walking time by interweaving Scripture into the miles you walk this Spring. One of our fellow Spring100ers let me know this morning that she hoped to be using the walk to work on scripture she memorized last year and really, that is the best idea ever! ☺???? Another will be doing the Spring100 with a sibling and they plan on working on their verse recitation as they walk. ???? For me, my early morning walks are also my time to pray. Usually this walk is the quietest time of my day and using it to meditate on the Lord has been  such a blessing. If I decide to run[which doesn’t happen often. I am a running wimp????????], I will listen to Scripture or hymns! We are told that the Word of God is  a lamp unto our feet, and a light unto my path[Ps 119:105]. So, as we walk the Spring100 there is really nothing better to meditate on each step of the way! :) Happy First day of Spring & enjoy this challenge!

“Order my steps in thy word: and let not any iniquity have dominion over me.”
Ps 119:133

Okay!! This is where y’all get involved! ???? For the first day of the Spring100, I would love for those of you who have joined to leave a an introduction comment below saying “hello”???? to the fellow Spring100 participants and letting us know whether you plan on walking or running or doing a walk/run combo for this challenge.

Just 2 quick Spring100 reminders!!

☞ All Spring100 updates will be posted here on the blog, Shiloh Photography! Each Monday I will be sharing  100MileMonday roundup posts and you can be included!!! Simply submit fun photos of you on your Spring100 walk/run. You can do so daily, every few days, or weekly[depending on whenever you have them or have time to share] and you can even send over short videos of your walks saying “hello” or giving a Spring100 status update. :) Send to: Spring100@ShilohPhotography.com.

☞Don’t forget, today is the LAST DAY to join the Spring100. So, if you haven’t joined yet or know friends who would like to enter, there is still about 11 hours to enter. ;) I will include the sign-up form below!

We are in full Spring100  swing here at my house! Lydia + Emmi + Bekah made a fantastic walking team! :)

Spring100 Sign-up form

Spring100 registration CLOSED

“I have set the LORD always before me: because he is at my right hand, I shall not be moved.”
Psalm 16:8