I want to take a moment to thank my son Peter. Last night I was having one of those sleepless ones primarily because of the old dry mouth problem, and at one point I was getting pretty frustrated and down. I was wide awake at about 3 a.m. and noticed that my blackberry was telling me that I had an e-mail, and when checking it out found out it was a post Peter had put on my blog. In those few minutes it took me to read it my whole attitude changed. He said, "I love you for putting your insides on your outsides" That little thought, expressed so simply blew me away. I encourage you to read his entire post.
Okay, enough of that. Today was a good day training wise. I have officially graduated to beginner status as a cyclist. I rode 40 km's at a 30k/hr pace.(actually 30.6) I remember clearly the first time I did that, almost exactly 15 years ago. And in fact I think it was a little easier this time. Woohoo. So now I have a place to start. My cycling training goal will be to work up to the kind of times I did in the in the past at my fittest. I recall riding 180K in 5 1/2 hours, which is almost 33km's/hr, and 40k at 35k/hr. I think maybe I can get back there. I also have to start working big hills into my workout as the ride through the Okanagan valley is a tough one. Check it out.
So that's about if for today. I'm off to Mexico where its practically impossible to ride and tough to run, so I will focus on getting back into swimming while I'm there. Im pretty sure that's gonna be a shocker because I haven't swam for at least 4 years. Oh well I'm not afraid of it....except I suppose I could have a problem aspirating water? But Claudette will enjoy that, so what the hell eh! Just kidding. I know my wife loves me, radiation burns and all.To top off a good day I spent an hour with my grandchildern on my way to Toronto tonite. Put that in your pipe Roo!
Oh and for Mary, check out a picure of me late last november. Thats what a bag of hammers looks like, and feels like!
I wish to dedicate day 7 to my Kylie, who is prettier than me, funnier than me, faster on 2 legs than me, and every other superlative I can think of. God help me, that little girl makes me weak!"
Freedom's just another word for nothing left to lose"
love peter
2 comments:
I expect long plane rides are also good times for too much introspection and rumination. Good for you putting so much more of your insides outside. They'll do much less harm outside than in, and maybe help a few other people into the bargain. Try not!
Life can be a challenge in itself, for some this has become a test of some sort. Maybe a test of faith, if we believe in the higher power of man. Maybe a test to see how far we can be pushed. A test to see if we can step out of the comfort zone of the norms of life. Our individual norms of life. Breathing in the fragrance of a new day, no matter what time you should decide to vacate the sack.
You have endured a significant life altering experience that has left its mark. An overwhelming desire to live and work towards new goals in this new 'meaning' of life. Sorry to hear some parts of your anatomy have become numb. I don't feel sorry for you as now you can only think with one brain.
Training for the Ironman will bring new meaning to the physical and mental well being of your inner self. I applaud you. Bringing your insides outside, l love that terminology. Good for you. You are making great strides. You are living the 'real' life.
I have a suggestion for the hills you need for your training. On hwy 45, between Calton and hwy 19, is an area we call the 'bends'. There are some pretty good size hills in this area. You just have to watch out for that yellow blob on the other side of the road.
Good speed....Sally
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