Over New Year’s, we spent the week in San Antonio with our son while he graduated from Space Force Basic Training. We had an absolute blast, walked 17-20k steps per day, and definitely, definitely over-indulged in food and drink. My husband and I decided an extended fast was in the cards when we returned home. This was a huge test for me, as I had not extended a fast for longer than 24 hours or so after going back to work last January (12 or so years being a stay-at-home mom). But, Tro family … I did it!! I completed a solid 4-day extended fast while working in a fast-paced environment. I am so stinking proud of myself!!! While, yes, I fasted because of the overindulgence and felt so bloated (and of course my psoriasis had exploded), I also fasted for a more personal reason as we watched our son leave basic for tech school and this momma’s heart was … well, a momma’s heart. This week, I am fasting for my beautiful sister-in-law who was diagnosed with ovarian cancer last week. No matter why you fast or what you fast for … always fast with a purpose and never to punish. ❤️

Posted by Carrie E. at 2025-01-19 23:49:25 UTC