Swimmer in Transition Posts

August 18, 2009

swim: It’s going. I’m back up to using two arms…but not really “using” two arms. I still miss my stroke and feel super unbalanced. I can’t recover the stroke normally, much less pull any water. Still, I’m going through…

August 11, 2009

I know, slacking on the posts. A week goes by. Last time I was sulking. Now I’m celebrating. What’s that saying, “Time heals all?” Ta da! Highlights of last week: Monday was a great coaching session with my new…

August 3, 2009

if I keep telling myself I’m going to be okay.ah, the troubles of staying positive. when functionality is low and pain is constant.But today (7/26) something put a smile back on my face. I got in the water. In…

July 23, 2009

Last Friday I was thinking. I was getting back into it. After a rough May (back injury) and a blindsided June (newly single), July was sure to be my month. I quit my job and started at Moment Cycle…

July 5, 2009

Before we get to the festivities, a little update.So I quit my job. 🙂 Wednesday was my last day at Wells Fargo Financial after almost three years with the company. I leave with no hard feelings and I’d like…

July 1, 2009

I road my new Parlee for the first time. And… More later.

June 30, 2009

Was in a sentimental mood today, when a friend forwarded me a picture (the last one). I was thinking about the friendships that I’ve had in my life, and how so many have affected me, and how most are…

June 29, 2009

I was able to get out of work early on Thursday for the Aquathlon…which I ended up racing. Had an okay swim, opting for no wetsuit, and felt alright on the run. A little chilly as the marine layer…

June 25, 2009

Caleb was at the club race two weekends ago taking pictures. There were some of me smiling and some bending over in transition (lol) but I liked this one the best. I didn’t know he was there, but clearly…

June 21, 2009

All things considering, I’ve had a pretty easy week and a half. Okay, just kidding, but it wasn’t that bad. Staying busy has been good. Swimming has been helping me through the rough times. Like a best friend when…