Monthly Archives: June 2012

Thinking about impact

I have been thinking quite a bit about impact this week. My sister retires today after 43 years of teaching high school English.  She had a major impact on my life.  Helen took me to the library when I was … Continue reading

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Sam and Neika

This weekend I was blessed to be part of the celebration of Sam and Neika’s wedding.  It was beautiful and they are so happy.  I loved meeting the rest of Sam’s family. (I had met some of them already and … Continue reading

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Part 2: A few more reflections

One of the things I have been thinking about since yesterday is something Kelli said to me.  (Kelli, if I don’t get it quite right feel free to correct me.)  In essence, she said race day is the fun part, … Continue reading

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Reflections on an unfinished race: Lessons Learned

As I mentioned a few days ago, I planned on completing my first sprint triathlon since my surgery. It was not meant to be.  I didn’t finish because I panicked in the water.  I did complete the bike, however.  I … Continue reading

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Celebrations

It’s a week of celebrations.  This week marks two years of working with Sam and I celebrate how much better my health is because of working with him. On Saturday I am scheduled to compete in my first full sprint … Continue reading

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