“Teach me thy way, O Lord; I will walk in thy truth: unite my heart to fear thy name.”
Psalm 86:11

We are officially entering week 3 of the Spring100 and I am extremely excited!!?? Y’all are doing wonderful and  we have a really FANTASTIC bundle of Spring100 photos to share with you[so many new + familiar faces from 3 different countries!!]…. BUT FIRST formalities. ? The super-easy Spring100 WEEK 2 mile form is below.↓ Please be sure to add up the miles walked/ran for WEEK 2  and submit them here! You should receive an automated email within a few hours after submitting your mile-log but if not, just resubmit to ensure your miles have been received! We count Monday-Sunday as a week cycle here at Spring100 so add up the miles for the previous week(March 26th-April 1st) based on that. Once again, if you are out of town or away from internet connection, just come back and submit your miles when you are able. If you have any questions regarding Spring100 and week 2 mile logging, just leave a comment or send me an email! Spring100@shilohphotography.com

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WEEK 2 MILEAGE FORM

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“Blessed is every one that feareth the LORD; that walketh in his ways.”
Psalm 128:1

??Did you get your miles logged? Good, now we can move on to the fun! 😉 How was week 2 for you? From the pictures received, it looks like I wasn’t the only one walking in rain this week. 😉 April is here so don’t forget to print your Spring100 April Calendar. For week 3 I chose Psalm 86:11 as the verses I will be meditating on as I walk! It says, “Teach me thy way, O Lord; I will walk in thy truth: unite my heart to fear thy name.“ This verse is one of my all-time favorite verses to recite during my walks. “unite my heart to fear THY NAME”! ? We are told that the fear of the Lord  leads to life[Prov 19:23], blessings abundant[Ps 115:13], wisdom[Prov 1:7»Prov 9:10], and satisfaction. “The fear of the LORD tendeth to life: and he that hath it shall abide satisfied; he shall not be visited with evil.”Prov 19:23! This week I strongly encourage y’all to memorize and meditate on Psalm 86:11 during your walks/runs. I have been so encouraged to hear so many of you are using your Spring100 miles to recite, listen to, and memorize God’s Word! Hearing this us a huge blessing for me. Way to go!! So, who is ready to conquer week 3 of the Spring100?! I am praying it’ll be a blessed and encouraging week for each of you. Have fun!!??

??Question for this week!! ?? 1.) How are you using your walking/running time? Enjoying good conversation with family or friends? Meditating on God’s Word? Listening to sermons or hymns? Praying? Etc.? Comment below and let me know. I love hearing how you use the time! ?

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

I’ve so enjoyed having Bethany, Suzanna, and Lydia part of the Spring100! They are enjoying beautiful Spring100 walks and even got their brothers involved.  Way to go ladies!!?

Hannah, Jesse, and John didn’t let the rain stop them! John says, “It was pouring but we needed our miles”. Way to go to the B. crew! ???? You are doing a fantastic job!

Love these smiles! ? Melanie is managing to tackle her miles in the still-chilly state of Ohio and Keilah is looking gorgeously energized as she enjoys the Spring100 way up in WA! ?

 From Kansas to Belgium! ? So glad to have Jenny From KS join the Spring100 and Virginie + Aurélie are enjoying a Spring100 walk in Belgium for week 2! Great job ladies?

Kandace is soaking up some gorgeous South Texas Spring sunsets while she conquers her Spring100 miles for week 2! ???

Esther DeL. is walking week 2 in Virginia with her sister and sweet little nephew Jack! How cute is that little guy?! ??

Love these fun photos! Hannah B. is enjoying week 2 walks with her brothers?? and Bethany is finding beautiful blossoms during her woodsy walks! ?

Rachel A. enjoyed a beautiful Missouri Spring100 walk with her brother Miles!? Always love seeing Rachel’s Pics!

So many fun couples have joined the Spring100 and I love seeing it! ? Kathryn + Daniel are working together to finish strong! And of course, their adorable baby is in tow. ?

Walking is always so much fun with friends! Annie enjoyed a Resurrection Sunday Spring100 walk with this fun group. Love the photo, Annie!! ❤

Country Road and pretty pastures! Grace + Anna are looking gorgeous as they accomplish week 2 of the Spring100. Keep up the wonderful work ladies! ?

Kashima’s doing her Spring100 NYC style! I always love seeing the unique places she’s walking her miles. From Subways to city sidewalks, Kashima adding a joyful smile to our Spring100! ??

Leah + brother enjoyed a jog together for week 2 and Sarah + her dog Ellie are grabbing Spring100 miles together! ? Way to go ladies.  ????

Hannah enjoyed a springy walk in the woods and Ruth grabbed an evening mile by moonlight! LOVE these photos. Super fun! ??

Katelyn’s walking crew is always beyond adorable! Way to go to all the moms out there. You tackling your miles with toddlers is HUGE! Keep it up. ??

Katelyn was blessed by a visit from her mom Mrs E. and guess what? They are both Spring100 participants. They enjoyed walking their miles together in North Texas this week!?❤

Isn’t it amazing how much different Spring weather can be for those participating?? Sharon is braving an ice storm in Colorado for week 2 and marina is enjoying sunny skies in Texas. Great job to you both! ?

Marie from France is finally enjoying a bit of sunshine for week 2 after spring showers! Looking lovely, Marie.?❤

Beth is getting her miles in with family this week! Love seeing families enjoying the Spring100 walks together! ?❤❤

Annie snapped this picture of Matthew and Elisha having a blast during their Spring100 walk! That’s what I call having a great time. ????

So happy to see Hannah is finally enjoying Sunny weather and gorgeous Spring flowers in VA(huge change from her picture last week) and Lydia’s leading her walking crew through muddy puddles in Texas! ??

Elisha enjoyed a 4.5 mile hike at Lost Maples for week 2! She managed to accomplish her highest climb yet for the Spring100: 2,200 feet! Well done Elisha!! ??

My Mom + Dad are the perfect Spring100 partners. I love having them participating! Mom came up with a super fun way to keep track of her miles. With her busy schooling/housekeeping schedule, she found a Simple Excel document on her computer has been perfect to jot down miles walked! Looking great mom & dad!???

Anna from OK grabbed a shot of her Spring100 wildflower bouquet and Micah is looking rosie as she accomplishes her miles! ❤

In between swap meats and auctions, Joel grabbed most of his miles on the road this week! Wonderful job!

And yes, I have a few walking buddies this week… but that’s for another post[stay tuned!!] Happy walking/running y’all!

“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.”
Colossians 3:17

Welcoming week 2 of the Spring100! ??  Congratulations, you have made it through the first week. 🙂 Just like last year, 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. ? I have been so blessed & encouraged by each one of you who have joined this challenge. So many ENERGETIC and excited participants this year!! It’s going to be a lot of fun!! I have been and will be praying for each of you during this Challenge. It’s my hope and prayer that this will not just be a fun physical activity but also a spiritual encouragement for the glory of God as we set our eyes on Jesus Christ[Heb 12:1-3]! So, without further ado 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 20-25th] and submit them here! You should receive an automated email within a few hours after submitting your mile-log but if not, just resubmit to ensure your miles have been received! We count Monday-Sunday as a week cycle here at Spring100 so add up the miles for the previous week based on that. For those who are currently traveling/sick/etc. and are planning on starting or submitting their miles for the Spring100 when the Lord allows, not a problem! Any questions regarding the log or Spring100, feel free to leave a comment or shoot me an email. I will be quick to answer!

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WEEK 1 MILEAGE FORM

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“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 12:2

As I walk the Spring100 miles each week, it’s a great reminder for me of our spiritual race we are set on.  Hebrews 12:2 has been on my mind all week!We are called to run this race set before with endurance in Hebrews 12 but this is only possible as we steadfastly set our eyes on Jesus Christ, finding our strength in Him alone!  One of my favorite verses in Ps 118 is “The LORD is my STRENGTH and song, and is become my salvation.” Have you set your gaze upon Christ?  Are you looking to Him only for your strength, your joy, and your salvation?  If you are looking to any other for endurance to run this race you will fail.  It is in Christ alone and by His great, endless strength and grace that we will joyfully run with endurance the spiritual race set before us! He is our Joy[Psalm 43:4], our Strength[Ps 28:7], and He is our Salvation[Is 12:2].  Let’s set our eyes steadfastly on Christ, the author and finisher of our faith and run with endurance!! ?  Enjoy walking/running week 2 of the Spring100 y’all??

Week 2 QUESTION!! ?How did week 1 of the SPRING100 go for you??  And how was your weather for Spring100 week 1? Snow, rain, or sunshine? I would love to know so get involved by commenting below!↓

??‍♀️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 send your’s in for next week’s 100MileMonday post. Simply email to: Spring100@shilohPhotography.com 

Loved seeing the Wilkes siblings enjoying the first week of Spring100 together! Doing this challenge with friends/family is the best. Thank you for joining W family!!??‍♀️

Kashima joins us from NYC! I love how she’s keeping track of her miles. Thank you so much Kashima!! Keep up the wonderful work. ☺?

The DeL family joins us from Sunny South Texas! I couldn’t be more excited to have Esther and many of her family members join!! Esther’s Conquering week 1.??

Beth is inspiring me as she manages Spring100 while pushing 3 cute kiddos and expecting baby #4!! Way to go Beth.?? — A fantastic walk and beautiful Sunset in Florida!! Mr. M. sent in this photo. Mr + Mrs. M, Ellen, Andrew, Alanna and William are all tackling the Spring100 together this year!☺

Esther B. enjoying Spring100 in the lovely state of Oklahoma and Sarah joined in the fun too! Welcome ladies!!?

☃Hannah is braving the SNOW in VA and Micah is enjoying a slightly warmer walk in North TX! Welcome to your first Spring100 Hannah and welcome back Micah. I am so glad to heave you both!??‍♀️

So many new moms have joined the Spring100 and Katelyn is one of them! She’s is proving to be superwoman as she conquers Spring100 with 3 kiddos in tow. Way to go Katelyn!!☺??

Elisha + sweet Adele from Down south and Leah with her trusty dog Honey in Georgia are joining us for their 2nd round of Spring100!! Welcome back ladies.??

My entire family has signed up this year and there is tons of excitement all around! Ruth is leading a group walk with sisters + Mom for week 1!?

Hannah and Bethany blessed me with their participation once again! I love having them part of the challenge! They enjoyed their first week’s miles at the Guadalupe Mountains in West Texas.??

Extremely excited to have Mr. & Mrs Griggs  and Aaron join Hannah and Bethany this year! It’s great having entire families entering. ? These fun photos were captured during their Spring100 walks in Carlsbad Caverns, NM!?

Lydia, Rebekah, Abel, Grace, and Emmi are fun walking partners in North-east Texas this year!! Welcome back y’all.?

Kathryn joined for the first time this year and I am so happy to have her! She will be walking the Spring100 with her adorable baby + family. Welcome Kathryn!??‍♀️?

Evening walks have been my favorite for week 1 and Nathanael is enjoying afternoon jogs! Welcome back Nathanael and way to go!! ? Keep up the great work everyone. Enjoy week 2!!

“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

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