tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8636468361998586161.post871294609148142388..comments2023-08-13T11:51:09.682-04:00Comments on Two Ears One Mouth: A Sad AnnouncementRennayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04311238061247492025noreply@blogger.comBlogger7125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8636468361998586161.post-86717843839254457222013-01-23T17:56:48.000-05:002013-01-23T17:56:48.000-05:00So to start with positivity, you have been talking...So to start with positivity, you have been talking about getting your masters even before we graduated. It's something you've always wanted and I envy you that you are currently living your dream. <br>Next I'd like to reiterate that without your unknowing motivation, I never would have started working out again. And just so you know, I'm down 2 pant sizes. And every day I "just don't feel like it" I look back at previous texts and statuses that you have given me that say you didn't feel like it. But you did. And now I can. So thank you. And I'm proud of you. So roll with the punches. You inspire me every day.Melissanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8636468361998586161.post-5132911731871250692013-01-23T18:04:08.000-05:002013-01-23T18:04:08.000-05:00You are amazingly brave for admitting this to your...You are amazingly brave for admitting this to yourself. However, sprint tris are still a huge accomplishmenralexisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8636468361998586161.post-56728780409991326462013-01-25T02:56:03.000-05:002013-01-25T02:56:03.000-05:00I'm so proud of your progress! Great job! I ma...I'm so proud of your progress! Great job! I may have been the talking head but you definitely deserve all the credit for the work YOU have done! After a little while to reflect, I need to recognize that having to postpone one goal to reach another isn't a bad thing at all. Eventually that will make 2 goals that I reach when there are unfortunate people out there who don't have the means to reach even one. First world problems huh?rnay225http://rnay225.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8636468361998586161.post-74503646045621639772013-01-25T02:57:14.000-05:002013-01-25T02:57:14.000-05:00You're right, I need to talk to myself like I&...You're right, I need to talk to myself like I'd talk to other people. There's nothing wrong with sprints! Plus, there are some longer ones than the one we did so it'll always be a challenge. I'm done complaining now.rnay225http://rnay225.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8636468361998586161.post-47440261061791532692013-01-29T16:23:55.000-05:002013-01-29T16:23:55.000-05:00I'm sorry it took me a zillion years to commen...I'm sorry it took me a zillion years to comment on this. I knew what I wanted to say, but never sat down to get it all out! <br><br>1. I know how much you were looking forward to an oly. Really, it just sucks that it won't work out. But I think you are making the right choice. There is no need to get yourself in to a spot where other things are falling apart or you are getting sick due to stress. <br><br>2. I think it is more brave and smarter to be able to change your plans and goals. And like you said before, grad school needs to come first right now. I started undergrad as an anthro major, and even in the beginner level classes all the background stuff could become overwhelming. I can't imagine how much "catch up" you are having to do! <br><br>3. Even though you aren't doing an oly, and you aren't aiming to lose 40 lbs, I think you can and will still have a successful tri season and lose weight this year. I am a numbers and goal person too, so I get it. Some people can set a goal to lose 40lbs, then lose 25 and be happy because that is still great! But not me. If I aim to lose 40 lbs, and don't amend it, and lose 25, that isn't meeting the goal. When I first read your post, I thought you were giving up on losing weight at all. Then I realized you were basically erasing the number, right? I think that is a good idea for your sanity, even though I fully believe that you will have a strong year! <br><br>4. I really hope no one pretends to be in your shoes. No, you don't have a house full of kids to raise or any of that, but it is not fair to basically say "Well I do X, Y, and Z so you can do it too". Although the Ironman at your gym might think an oly takes up barely any time, that is not their place to say for your life. I think you are making smart choices instead of breaking your neck to do something that might land you injured or at your breaking point. I have friends in grad school who have grad school (in their undergrad field) and a very part time job, and were still overwhelmed. Just because it works for some does not mean that it's a good idea for anyone else.<br><br>Basically this whole rambling comment is to say that while I agree it totally sucks to have a goal pushed back, I 100% support you and I think you're doing the right thing for yourself. When you get time to surface from your text books, I can't wait to talk to you! :)Jesshttp://www.talesfromteamawesome.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8636468361998586161.post-15185728297289758292013-01-29T16:54:07.000-05:002013-01-29T16:54:07.000-05:00You're so sweet to always say such nice things...You're so sweet to always say such nice things! Me and my sister yesterday were talking about first world problems and me whining about them. Boo hoo, I can't do a triathlon because I'm too busy getting my masters degree. Sounds silly when you put it that way and I do feel dumb but I'm glad so many people understand. Thanks for your support! I need it!rnay225http://rnay225.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8636468361998586161.post-38791709662188872642013-02-09T06:08:34.000-05:002013-02-09T06:08:34.000-05:00[...] excuses are valid and we can’t be afraid to ...[...] excuses are valid and we can’t be afraid to make them from time to time. Looking back at this post, I realize how ridiculous it was at some point. I was (and still am) obviously disappointed that I [...]Excuses | Vegetarian in the Villehttp://rnay225.wordpress.com/2013/02/09/excuses/noreply@blogger.com