Tuesday, June 3, 2008

My nickel's worth...

While running this morning on the trail in Morgan City, I found a brand-new shiny nickel. And if my math serves me right, that means I get 5 wishes, correct? Well, I thought it was appropriate to spend my wishes on my Ironman on November 1, so as I ran, I spent them all. My wish list:

1. Regardless of the outcome, I will finish the Ironman day knowing I've done my best and given my all.

2. I will have an injury-free training program and race day.

3. I will be diligent and disciplined in my training; understanding that my life balance will be somewhat tilted toward training and away from the rest of my life for a few months, but that this tilt of balance will hopefully be justified by the life lessons learned by me and those close to me during my journey.

4. I will maximize my potential with the incredible opportunity I've been given through Team Evotri, and that others will be helped or encouraged in some way through my Ironman experience.

5. As an old man one day, I will reflect back on my journey to Ironman, and I will be filled with pride, joy, and awe of what I have accomplished.

I don't even remember what I was thinking about before I found the nickel. I love when my thoughts are jolted by such random occurrences.

7 comments:

TRI TO BE FUNNY said...

Thank Goodness You didn't find a dollar :-)

Kevin said...

Definitely a great outlook going into such a great challenge

:) said...

Those are awesome wishes man! May they all come true for you...

Michelle said...

Truly great wishes! I hope they all come true!

TJ said...

You never know what you'll find out on the trail.
Great list TC.

Stef0115 said...

Very inspiring list!

Trisaratops said...

What a wonderful post!