2011 was a very eventful year. Lots of a goals were accomplished, the biggest goal being to complete Ironman Wisconsin. I still get emotional when I talk about it, but I can always laugh at the fact that I threw up in front of my mother, of all the people. It is very funny now, she didn't appreciate me laughing about that at the time. I received a true honor at the beginning of Dec. Tri Smart had their annual holiday banquet. After we ate, MJ was giving out the awards people earned. I was awarded the Michelle Chaput award. I did not know Michelle when she was alive. She passed away from breast cancer in 2009. From what I know of Michelle she was a go getter, competed hard in events like road races and triathlons, exhibited sportsmanship at events, and was a battler, she not going to let things get the best of her. So for me to receive this award was very special to me. I am surprised I didn't start to blubber when MJ said my name.
The holidays were spent eating way too much, but enjoying it all the way. I worked at Von Maur for the holidays to be able to afford my goals for 2012.
So what do I plan to do for 2012? Well, yesterday I finally went for something. I have been practicing yoga at Power of Your Om in Naperville for 2 years. I have heard about 40 days revolution. I kept thinking about it for the past couple years, but always found an excuse not to do it. Well, done with that, I signed up for the 40 days revolution for 2012. It is a start to my path of getting my yoga certification for Level 1 Baptiste yoga. My plan is to attend a week long training this upcoming summer.
What else do I plan to do in 2012, well, I am going to North Carolina to get my Level 1 USAT coaching certification. Both certifications are opening a path for me that I would like to pursue and accomplish in the next 10 years. Within the next 10 years I would like to open a studio for running and triathlon coaching, spin classes, and practicing yoga. I have been thinking about this for some time now. Now that I have the idea in my head I need to think of a location. I have a few thoughts in my head.
How about athletically? This year I am going to stick with shorter events ( that is relative I realize). I am currently signed up for the Palos Half Marathon, Soldier Field 10 miler, and Rev 3 Olympic Distance at the Dells. I am planning on signing up for the OakBrook Half Marathon and scoping out more Olympic and sprint distance triathlons. I also plan to be an Ironman groupie this year and watch many of my friends competing. I will sign up for another Ironman, just not this year.
Personally, well, I am working on a a type 75-administrative degree in education. Some may be wondering why I am working on another masters if I wanted to open a studio, why not, it opens doors for me too. I am trying to learn balance and to take life as it comes at me. That requires some patience on my part, another aspect of life I need to continue to work on. I do feel in life, some things are ongoing. I will be attending a few weddings for relatives, I'm standing up in my cousin, Christine's wedding. I'll try to behave. :)
To end, I would like to thank all those who have been a part of this year with me. Your presences in my life is so special and means the world to me. I am so lucky to have such a supportive family and now to have met so many great friends that have been my backbone. I love you all dearly. Happy New Year to all. May your dreams come true in 2012.
