I live in Rochester, Minnesota with my wife and son. I work in Stewartville, Minnesota as the Director of Quality at Halcon Corporation. My life has been busy the past 15 years with family, work, education, and training. In 2010 I graduated with an MBA and I have started working on a PhD.
I have made a declaration for 2013 with my resolution to be a better husband, father, friend, and hardworking professional. This year is "Zach Year" for me, that is my son. We have been dragging our son around for the last 5 years to numerous triathlons, duathlons, and running events. I have decided to focus primarily on activities where I get to spend quality time with Zach. So no Ironman event for me in 2013. My wife and I are signed up for 3 triathlons each so we are only busy with triathlons for 3 weekends in 2013. The training for Ironman triathlons is so time consuming and takes away most of the quality family time I had. Zach deserves my full attention for sure.
So, I am spending a great deal of time taking Zach to wrestling practice and events. He is a good wrestler. He just signed up for lacrosse and will be starting the season in April. I will most likely coach his football team in August. I just want to spend time with my son.
I do plan to run a marathon in 2013, just not sure which one. Ironman Wisconsin is on my mind for 2014, but is a long time from now. It may get pushed to 2015, but I am not sure.
Anyway, I am working out daily and trying to stay fit. It is a daily struggle.
That is a great start Bill. I'm in Mississippi and really having a tough time dealing with the fact I can't be with both of my boys. When I get back I'm really looking forward to establishing a better relationship with them.
ReplyDeleteHi John, I can understand how you feel. Thank you for serving your country. The sacrifices that families must make together as volunteers in the military are many. Hug your kids whenever you can. The grow up so quickly.
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ReplyDeleteHappy Friday, Feb 8th, 2013! We are heading into another weekend of Winter weather approaching. Just a normal type of weather up here in Minnesota. Going to busy tonight leading my Webelos Den for a night of Bowling and Pizza. The scouts are going to be earning their Bowling Belt Loop and Activity Pin. I spent some time researching the history and background information on the sport of Bowling.
Today I also set up my fundraising effort with Team RWB or Team Red,White, and Blue. Team Red White and Blue (aka Team RWB) is a group I joined this year. Team RWB's mission is to enrich the lives of America's veterans by connecting them to their community through physical and social activity. Focusing on: 1. Reintegration through physical fitness; 2. Personal connectivity between Veterans and citizens in the community where they now live; 3. Galvanization of esprit de corps and team membership.
As a 10-year Army Veteran, I have a strong connection to activities supporting Veterans like me. I love triathlons, duathlons, and running events. The multisport community is a welcoming and supportive group of regular people having fun competing and training in the sport they love. I believe Veterans can find a great sense of friendship and motivation through multisport activities.
I am fundraising with Team RWB leading into the 6th Annual Rochesterfest Triathlon. I would like to raise money for the Team RWB cause. I would love to participate with other people in the triathlon too. Please join me in the event, check out:
http://www.finalstretch.com/triathlon-events/rochesterfest-triathlon/info/
Donating through this website is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to support my fundraising efforts.
Many thanks for your support -- and don't forget to forward this to anyone who you think might want to donate too!
Here is the link to my fundraising page: https://www.firstgiving.com/fundraiser/ironbillygoat/6thannualrochesterfesttriathlon
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