Soccer Tournament

Peter had a school soccer tournament last weekend in north Phoenix. 

 He played some time as goalie and did a great job!

Show Up!

A battle we all face is simply "showing up"......trying something new, getting to the gym, registering for that race, signing up for that lesson you always wanted to learn how.....tennis, piano, archery, etc.  It's tough......I know I struggle with this at times.....like last night.  I attend an endurance swim class at the gym on Thursday nights...6:15pm.   I've made it the last 4 weeks, but not without a struggle.  It's a tough time in the evening routine....dinner, homework, exhaustion, etc.   I NEVER regret going and feel so good afterwards, but the hardest part is just "showing up".    My husband is so good about reminding me of this when I'm whining how tired I am. 

Today at spin, the instructor coincidentally talked about "showing up".   "You gotta show up!!  Show up, have fun and amazing things will happen!!"   She is so right!   She played a Garth Brooks song, "Standing Outside the Fire".
Chorus:
Life is not tried it is merely survived
If you're standing outside the fire

Jump in the fire....take a risk.
Get out there and "Show up" to whatever it is that fills you up!! 

One more thing.........the power of encouraging words is amazing!!!    I'm not a great swimmer, but I am getting better every week.  I'm pretty proud of how far I've come.   So last night the endurance swim coach told me what a strong swimmer I am and how smooth I am in the water......"you glide".  She thinks I could be a really great swimmer!  Wow!  I was blown away.   Her words made me feel proud, confident and happy!!     

Go affirm positive qualities in someone else today. 
You will make their day.
 

Tri for the Cure........do it!

The 6^th Annual Tri for the Cure is set for Sunday, March 25 at Chandler High School.

This date also happens to be my “Cancer Free” anniversary…….3 years out!   Come celebrate your strength and health with me.  I know you can do it no matter where you are on your exercise journey.  Pick your race…..tri, relay or duathlon!    This will be my 5^th year competing at this event……I won’t miss it!!  

Watch this video………only 2:40min.  It will inspire you to register. 

http://vimeo.com/22458695

Believe in yourself!  Live BIG, strong and healthy!!

Fees go up on February 1st. Hurry!      

Love, srb

http://www.triforthecureaz.com/

Pogo Stick & Jump Rope

Pogo Stick and Jump Rope.......like peanut butter and jelly....who knew they went together!?!?!?  Peter watched a video at school promoting "Jump Rope for Heart" campaign to raise money for the American Heart Association.  On this video, he saw a kid jump roping while on a pogo stick.  So, he had to try it.......not sure if I should be proud or scared for the future.   I was actually not home when he did it, hence the open spot in the garage where he performed.  It was probably better I wasn't home.  Luke video taped, Lois assisted and Mark watched.  He was so proud to show me when I returned home from the pool.   I was proud he wore a helmet.  He's so athletic, coordinated and has a fire in his belly for competition!!  Crazy boy!!  Love him!

Sorry for the sideways view....consider it a stretch for your neck. 

Need to train our video boy. 

Front Page News

This morning we found a big surprise on the front page of the Chandler section of the AZ Rep.  The cover photo was of the boys running in the 5k race over the weekend.  So cool!  They were pretty excited and Peter brought it to school to show his friends.  I'm sure Nike will be calling any minute offering them contracts!!!!  Ha!

First Timed Race

Our kids have been to countless races at the crack of dawn to support me and Mark.....triathlons, 5ks, marathons.   This race day was all theirs!!  The boys ran their first 5k.....official with timing chip and all!!  Peter had a great day.....28:52.  Luke had a cramp but pushed through for a 33:17 finish.  Great job!   Lois ran the 1.3 mile race......14:23.  Nice work!   It was a fun morning.  We are looking forward to a few more 5ks on the upcoming calendar........run, run, run!!

 Need more cow bell!!!!!!!

 Luke won a raffle and Lois scored a dog.  Good times!

Rockets

Having a little fun with rockets!

 Look at that flame!  So cool!

 Reviewing the video of the rocket launch!

Parachute provided a safe landing.

More flame!!!!

Canoe rests

We found a resting spot for the canoe. 

I think we can get a couple kayaks just above it, don't you!?!?



Kids Rock -- January 14

The kids ran the 1 mile fun run as part of the PF Chang's Rock N Roll Marathon event.  This is Luke's last year.....only goes to 6th grade! 

 Here comes Peter!  Look at that form.  Wow!

 Lois looks awesome!  Amazing running form, too! 

Another fun run!  More to come......



Grand Canyon 2012

Our Grand Canyon hike this year was wonderful..........the perfect escape after the hectic holiday season.   It was warm and dry.........a blessing for Lois' first trip down.  She did amazing......hiked over 20 miles in 3 days......9.5 of which was hiking up and out of the canyon.

 At the start of South Kaibab trail ready to hike down.

 Wow!

 The boys!

 See Lois and Mark in the lower left corner....what perspective!

 Most of our crew.

 Colorado River below.

 The Black Bridge below....almost to Phantom Ranch.

 On the Bridge.

 Phantom Ranch Canteen

 Planking in the canyon.

 Lois taking her Junior Range oath

 Mailing post card

 Canteen......where we eat and play.

 Silver Bridge.....we take this one on the hike out.

 Group Shot

 Fun in the bunk house!

 Hiking out before sunrise.....over the Silver Bridge.

 Water crossings

 The boy group hiking out...

 When you gotta go, you gotta go!!

 VICTORY!!!  We did it!!

 Back at the top.

What a workout!  Time for siesta!!!!