My mom bought me this beautfiful Alex and Ani bangle over the weekend. The card inside it reads:

In the beginning of a marathon, your head keeps you focused with the notion that all dreams are possible with the right state of mind. As the journey progresses, the sheer will to succeed must move you forward. At the most challenging moments, your heart will undoubtedly take over. Life is the ultimate marathon, for it’s the moments that make up the journey.

I could not have said it better myself. I love it.