I got a call today from someone that i have spoken about in the past on here, and it took me by total surprise! I write on here just in case someone reads it, if they do, they do, if not.. well, then i get it off of my chest. I guess you really never know who is reading this stuff, and what it means to different people.
That call really made me feel good, and that at least one person likes what i write! LOL
Another thing that has been on my mind in the past few days is the amount of time spent with your family. Since Kelli is going to school at night, i get to get up earlier(blah) but stop work earlier also. I get to spend every night with my son J, for 3-4 hours just him and me. I always spent time with him before, but now its one-on-one, and i could not be happier! Last night we watched CARS together, for the 7th day in a row, but last night, he sat right next to me the whole time with my arm around him. NOTHING in this world has the same feeling, him being born, my marriage, winning nationals, skating, work, designing new products, it all feels/felt great and i will never forget any of it, but having your child cuddle up next to you is like nothing in the world. 3, 4 years ago, i never would have pictured myself where I am now, especially with a girl that i had not even met yet! God places crazy things in your lap, and you have to deal with them the best way you know how, and I hope that i will continue to do what he wants me to do.
Well, i gotta go get some more work done before Kelli leaves, talk soon!
Thursday, January 29, 2009
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Welcome 2009, New... EVERYTHING!!
Welcome back everyone! Its been a minute since i last posted, work, wife, son, a little of everything has been in the way, but I'm back :)
Well, its 2009, man, how time flies! It seems like just a few years ago I was skating junior division, and first years of senior!!!
So, its a brand new year, we have new races(and old), new skaters(i hope alot of them), and a new president of USA. I will start off by saying that I did not vote for Mr. Obama, but I really hope he can do a good job these next 4 years, I know he had started off on a good foot, so, only time will tell. I will say, may God be with him, and I will pray for guidance for him.
I have heard the numbers are down with USARS, and alot of skaters are not renewing there cards, well, we need them back! I urge you to get those skaters back and get more skaters to the races! Georgia has lost alot of skaters in the past few years, but we are working to get more back into this wonderful spot that we love!
2009, it seems like its not even real, like a futuristic number, I never thought we would get here, and so soon!, but who thought that I would be married with a child too!!! LOL!
'09 kicked off with a bang, and the first major race of the year was a hit!, the indoor portion left alot to be desired, but the track and road portion left a lasting impression!
Joey once again proved why he is one of the best skaters in the world, by winning the overall points title. Jorge Botero proved that he also is in the books are one of the greatest skaters of all time by challenging joey in quite a few races, and at 33 years old!!! William Bowen was on track to really give Joey a run in all of the races, but 100 meters into the 300m time trial, he fell hard and injured his elbow that I'm sure took a toll on the rest of his races, but he did come back and run a 15.8 200m time to win the road TT in front of joey, and Jonathan Blair. That's a kid that has desire. Jonathan is 15, and wants nothing more than to be at the top, and is well on his way too! He pushed the pace in the 500m track race, and just walked away from the pack with only Joey tight on his heels, Mantia passed him with 200m to go, and they clicked toe wheels and Jonathan went down, but if he hadn't, he would have been right behind joey for a solid 2nd place finish. Harry Vogel in his 2nd year back showed his strength in every race, and was right there at the top showing his world champ status and the reason he is and was such a great asset for the US team! There were others worth noting, but I'm sure y'all have read the reports and have seen names.
A few of the age division skaters that impressed me and I have to give mention to though... JT Taylor, 12, has only been skating for 6 mos, and took top honers in the 300m in front of great young skaters like Justin Sterling, Dustin Hebson, and Dylan Stegall. Justin took the overall points award for track and road. Scott Thomas, Master, showed his strength by winning quite a few races in his division, and he was a novice last year!
Well, I guess that's it for now, I hope that the weather gets a little warmer for everyone so more skating can be done soon! this 35 degree stuff is for all of the northerners, not us southerners!!!!
Take care, Skate safe, make your plans to come to Ga march 20-22, and see y'all in Roanoke!!!
God Bless!!
Well, its 2009, man, how time flies! It seems like just a few years ago I was skating junior division, and first years of senior!!!
So, its a brand new year, we have new races(and old), new skaters(i hope alot of them), and a new president of USA. I will start off by saying that I did not vote for Mr. Obama, but I really hope he can do a good job these next 4 years, I know he had started off on a good foot, so, only time will tell. I will say, may God be with him, and I will pray for guidance for him.
I have heard the numbers are down with USARS, and alot of skaters are not renewing there cards, well, we need them back! I urge you to get those skaters back and get more skaters to the races! Georgia has lost alot of skaters in the past few years, but we are working to get more back into this wonderful spot that we love!
2009, it seems like its not even real, like a futuristic number, I never thought we would get here, and so soon!, but who thought that I would be married with a child too!!! LOL!
'09 kicked off with a bang, and the first major race of the year was a hit!, the indoor portion left alot to be desired, but the track and road portion left a lasting impression!
Joey once again proved why he is one of the best skaters in the world, by winning the overall points title. Jorge Botero proved that he also is in the books are one of the greatest skaters of all time by challenging joey in quite a few races, and at 33 years old!!! William Bowen was on track to really give Joey a run in all of the races, but 100 meters into the 300m time trial, he fell hard and injured his elbow that I'm sure took a toll on the rest of his races, but he did come back and run a 15.8 200m time to win the road TT in front of joey, and Jonathan Blair. That's a kid that has desire. Jonathan is 15, and wants nothing more than to be at the top, and is well on his way too! He pushed the pace in the 500m track race, and just walked away from the pack with only Joey tight on his heels, Mantia passed him with 200m to go, and they clicked toe wheels and Jonathan went down, but if he hadn't, he would have been right behind joey for a solid 2nd place finish. Harry Vogel in his 2nd year back showed his strength in every race, and was right there at the top showing his world champ status and the reason he is and was such a great asset for the US team! There were others worth noting, but I'm sure y'all have read the reports and have seen names.
A few of the age division skaters that impressed me and I have to give mention to though... JT Taylor, 12, has only been skating for 6 mos, and took top honers in the 300m in front of great young skaters like Justin Sterling, Dustin Hebson, and Dylan Stegall. Justin took the overall points award for track and road. Scott Thomas, Master, showed his strength by winning quite a few races in his division, and he was a novice last year!
Well, I guess that's it for now, I hope that the weather gets a little warmer for everyone so more skating can be done soon! this 35 degree stuff is for all of the northerners, not us southerners!!!!
Take care, Skate safe, make your plans to come to Ga march 20-22, and see y'all in Roanoke!!!
God Bless!!
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