2009.... bring it !

Wow... sure seems like just 12 months ago I was saying "I'm never doing this again" ... in reference to the half marathon... and then, did it again this month.

And it seems like I've spent 12 months watching the scale go dangerously (or so I was told) low to 112,  hovering at a happy 117,  and currently up at not so happy 122.   

And it seems like I'm blessed (and I don't use that word frequently) with amazing supporters (and hecklers... they help motivate too you know !) and friends who don't necessarily support,  but who at least are willing to put up with me !

What I want for 2009....  (the usual world peace, happiness for all, food in your cupboards, a coupla bucks in your wallet, mitch to be happy,  rob to stay patient... all that... you know... )

BUT

On top of that...  I wish........

• For sunshine and blue skies on two very important days.. one in June and one in August
  
• For the courage to try new stuff
  
• For the ability to smile when I fail... and know that I didn't REALLY fail, if I tried.
  
• For the strength of mind over matter... meaning,  that I can will myself to go to the gym instead of sitting on the couch
  
• For a little bit.... just a little bit... of will power when it comes to chips and salsa
• For patience and understanding from fam and friends when it comes to my slightly insane schemes / plans / goals
• To encourage,  not discourage by my incessant chattering, people to get out and move
• To count calories / protein / carbs in my head, and not out loud to others who may just not wanna hear me
• For people to look at their spouse / partner / significant other with pride and satisfaction and pat yourself on the back for staying together ... trust me... sometimes that's a hard job :) just ask rob  !
• To not be complacent
• To be thankful for sore muscles

This could go on and on... but take a minute,  look back at your year, your accomplishments, your lessons learned and be happy... 

xoxoxoxo