I'm getting that much closer. Even in a taper phase. No need to panic - just continue what I"m doing and making those strides closer to my main goal everyday. I look forward to demonstrating my ability next week!

Even when I'm busy I'm getting closer....

Swamped! Hope to write more soon.

Must not lose sight of my goals - even if distraction lurks and optimism is squashed.....

Keep on keeping on! I love trainer rides indoors when it's pouring outside. Love them love them love them!

To provide inspiration: Jennie, Sarah, Seabiscuit

To relax: Mountains, ocean, summits, breathing

To reduce stress: breathing, cooking, mountains

To feel good: massage, laughter, sun

To heal: warmth, peaceful spots

To create positive feelings about yourself and your performance: winning cat 3 omnium, talking with Kym.

To dream big dreams: World Cups and world champion.

To see your goals: Each workout gets me that much closer.

To refine skills: seeing the times come down and technique perfected.

To improve relationships: letting those I love know it by voice and actions.

To act and react in helpful ways: helping those in need.

To strengthen your confidence: believing in yourself and knowing anything is possible.

To open the door to higher levels of excellence: continuing my steps toward being a better athlete.

To keep the joyfulness in your life: balance, bikes, laughter.

This morning I held one side of a wishbone with Chris. Right before pulling it apart, we made a wish. Guess what came to my mind easily? Yep. And guess what? I got the bigger portion of the wishbone so you know it's going to come true. Ha!

Some days it feels like an impossible, improbable proposition. But each day I work that much closer to achieving my goal. It's not going to be easy, that's for sure. Especially when life wants to sway my direction... and making those choices is never easy. But I will get there - and have to hold fast to my desire and dedication.

A training day closer...

Yesterday was a good one. A hard one, but a good one nonetheless. Pushing those pedals through quick sand and laboring through, driving through the pain and lactic filled legs. Wow. I'm getting that much closer.