I’m taking 2012, bubble-wrapping it, savoring the memories of some really great milestones, and then anxiously moving forward into a new year. A whole ‘nother 365 days of things to come.
I started 2012 with a DNS, and then managed to get two more by year’s end. But I did finagle 7 half marathons, 2 full marathons, my first 70.3, and some other random races in there. Outside of my athletic life, we became first time home buyers! I can’t decide which milestone I’m happier about, my very own home or my recent new job upgrade. If these are the things that I can’t decide, then I can safely say that 2012 was damn good.
As for 2013 my goal is simply to keep my head in this happy place. Happy, fa la la la laaaa happy. There’s also this little thing called Ironman that I will be slaving for all summer, so it’ll be important to keep my head above water, you know, unless I’m swimming, then it should be in the water. But as long as I’m exhaling smiling bubbles in the water, that still counts, right?
Anyhow, to keep the happy thoughts thriving I am going to…
Happy New Year all!
P.S. Be safe!!
Congratulations on a fine year. I hope 2013 is just as exciting as 2012 for you. Have your ever tried running ultramarathons? You could do a 50km or 50 miler….then a 100km for 100 miler after that.
I’m very injury prone, haven’t wanted to risk my legs training for one yet. The time is right for an Ironman right now. Maybe a 50k in 2014.
That’s a great idea! I think I’ll do that with great & positive things too. I already know what container I’m going to use.
Which Ironman are you doing? I remember that you KILLED it in your 1/2 Ironman, so I’m sure you’ll do great in your full.
Ironman Wisconsin.. it’s in my backyard. I wouldn’t say I KILLED the 70.3, haha, but I felt pretty confident about it.
I’ve heard Ironman Wisconsin is a great course! I’m sure you’ll do awesome.
Being a first-time home owner and getting a major job upgrade are both two HUGE life events. May you continue to prosper in 2013.
Congrats on a great year! Looking forward to reading about your completed 2013 goals. I also love the 2013 empty jar, this is going on my must do list!
Looking forward to following along w/ you IM adventures! And I love that last idea about putting things in a jar – I might need to borrow that
Happy New Year!
It does sound like you’ve had a fantastic year! Seriously, some great races, a new house and a new job, congrats! And hopefully 2013 keeps up the trend!
The idea with the jar is awesome. Have a great 2013!