Scott and I have been attending the "Strengthening Family" course that the church offers. I love it and am learning so much. Who knew that remaining calm when my kids beat each other (and other kids) up would work so well? Actually, I have changed some bad habits (like my SARCASTIC remarks) and my kids are responding well. I am so excited to be a better parent. When Scott and I took the marriage course last year it was just nice to have a set date night that was cheap. We learned a lot, but I also tried to apply the communication and anger management part to my relationship with Bailey. I am grateful for this class because I need to manage my three kids better. I love learning new and improved ways of doing things. I can't wait to be better and am already enjoying my kids so much more and it's only been two classes. The possibilities are endless. ;)
Triathamom
August 17, 2013 I competed in my first triathlon a few weeks ago. It was amazing! I loved every minute of it. I felt so strong the entire race. As soon as I finished I wanted to start over and do it again. I did two run-throughs the two Saturdays before the race. Both times I encountered many problems: flat tire, ripped swim cap, low energy, dehydration, heat, forgotten water bottle and gum, and slow times. I am glad now that I went through those things because I was prepared for all of it race day, which was perfectly smooth. I even shave 17 minutes off my practice times! I was nervous before the swim, though it went well. The bike portion was fun. I passed a lot of people on the uphill parts but when it came time to shift back for the downhill parts, my bike wouldn't cooperate so I coasted most of the way. The run was mostly uphill but I took it slow and steady. Again I passed people on the uphill but they passed me on the down; my knees don't like when I run ...
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