Time to Run

Well, now that it is 2010 it is time for a new resolution and to renew my commitment to running. I tried really hard in 2009 but ended up shifting to biking with my running partner and we had a blast. We rode the Trek 100 which was a 100K race which was a blast and then later in the year I was able to complete my first century which was a long time in the saddle, but a great experience.

This year I need to get the marathon off my bucket list so my goal is to run, walk or crawl the Illinios Marathon on May 1st. I have a lot of training to do so wish me luck and hopefully I will be doing more running than crawling.....

Here is to New Year Resolutions!!!

Daily Reflections for Highly Effective People

For Christmas I received a book titled, "Daily Reflections For Highly Effective People", not sure if I am suppose to read between the lines on that one or not...LOL. Anyway, with that being the case there is a daily quote that is to be read to start each day and ponder on. With that being the case, from time to time when one of these quotes really makes an impact I will add it to my blog. The January 1st quote by Stephen Covey was great and is going to be a major focus for me in 2010. It states, "If we want to change a situation, we first have to change ourselves. And to change ourselves effectively, we first have to change our perceptions."

New Years Resolutions

Well, it is time to become a blogger I guess and start sharing events that are happening. We started the year by having a fantastic Family Council where we put together some plans for 2010 to help us all improve physically, mentally, spiritually, and other focus areas. Well, the good news that we are started and ready to roll.

So how did I start? First we put everything in writing and then Shaylin is going to start us out by picking the book we are going to focus on for the next two months. We have also been doing our nightly scripture study and family prayers which was another impact point. In terms of physical, I went out for my first run in a long time yesterday and was able to push through about 4 miles which was great.

Well, I know I will do better with as we move forward and so I will keep this one brief with more to follow in 2010