Last night's fundraiser for Sheila was one for the books. Entire St James Gate was packed with friends of new and old, great to catch up as it had been years with some people.
When I left over $13k had been raised! Summarizes the community we live in, raise that kind of money for a great cause. The live and silent auctions were hilarious, people just kept bidding higher and higher with the encouraging screams of the crowd, example some guy paid $700 for a keg. Cronic kept the dance floor rocking with Swanne entertaining all on the mike. Picked up a solid package in the silent auction consisting of night's accomodation, F&B g/c's along with Brewster g/c's.
Heard Sheila left the hospital that day as well on her own...heal up girl. A friend texted her sister informing of the $13k raised at the end of the night. Kathy replied saying that's great $1,300 raised, no $13k raised. Needless to say Kathy texted crying in joy.
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
Sunday, January 29, 2012
5hr ride end of January, good job boys!
http://speedtheorycyclingteam.blogspot.com/
Up there with Robbie Reid. Saw him today with Keith as he bought Robbie's disc wheel, he mentioned been out on his cross bike as of late as well. He has the slickest TT frame from China that just arrived...never seen an aero machine like this before. 50 years old, go get em Robbie!
http://speedtheorycyclingteam.blogspot.com/
Up there with Robbie Reid. Saw him today with Keith as he bought Robbie's disc wheel, he mentioned been out on his cross bike as of late as well. He has the slickest TT frame from China that just arrived...never seen an aero machine like this before. 50 years old, go get em Robbie!
Saturday, January 28, 2012
Friday, January 27, 2012
Thursday, January 26, 2012
Another 3 days OFF work this week, getting use to these long weekends.
Seth had ski lessons with Aidan on Monday at Norquay. We all headed back up there yesterday morning. All of a sudden like a flick of a switch Seth is able to ski on his own. 4 runs on Cascade chair 100% by himself, fully in control being able to stop or slow down when I ask....cannot believe it!! 3 yrs & 2 months old and good to go. Head back up tomorrow morning before work.
Solid skate ski with Colin last night at the Nordic Centre. Headlamps on, 1 minute in took a right into the dark following him for the next 1.5 hrs. Tabernac Colin is all I can say with the pace he sets. So funny says he has not touched a bike since October and will not until late March/April, but will still crack the field. Seems number of guys are riding loads at www.ascentphysio.com/schedule....good on Shane for successfully running the compu trainer classes.
Seth had ski lessons with Aidan on Monday at Norquay. We all headed back up there yesterday morning. All of a sudden like a flick of a switch Seth is able to ski on his own. 4 runs on Cascade chair 100% by himself, fully in control being able to stop or slow down when I ask....cannot believe it!! 3 yrs & 2 months old and good to go. Head back up tomorrow morning before work.
Solid skate ski with Colin last night at the Nordic Centre. Headlamps on, 1 minute in took a right into the dark following him for the next 1.5 hrs. Tabernac Colin is all I can say with the pace he sets. So funny says he has not touched a bike since October and will not until late March/April, but will still crack the field. Seems number of guys are riding loads at www.ascentphysio.com/schedule....good on Shane for successfully running the compu trainer classes.
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
Received a shocking text yesterday saying the women beaten in Mexico is a former colleague at the Rimrock Hotel. Sheila worked for several years in HR with her sister as a Sales Manager.
Thoughts and prayers with her family....
http://www.calgaryherald.com/news/alberta/Update+Calgary+woman+beaten+five+star+Mexican+resort+still+coma/6038394/story.html
Thoughts and prayers with her family....
http://www.calgaryherald.com/news/alberta/Update+Calgary+woman+beaten+five+star+Mexican+resort+still+coma/6038394/story.html
Monday, January 23, 2012
Saturday, January 21, 2012
Thursday, January 19, 2012
OMG so sad!
http://ca.sports.yahoo.com/top/news?slug=ap-obit-sarahburke
Had been following her progress since she crashed 9 days ago, just watching her in MSP's Hit List while spinning this week. Such an impressive skier, throwing 900's off tables no problems.
Then see a Canmore girl, Caryle, dies while climbing in Patagonia. Marn had taken several yoga workshops with her, said she was a solid gal.
At least both passed doing what they loved, too young though as both were 29 years old.
Had been following her progress since she crashed 9 days ago, just watching her in MSP's Hit List while spinning this week. Such an impressive skier, throwing 900's off tables no problems.
Then see a Canmore girl, Caryle, dies while climbing in Patagonia. Marn had taken several yoga workshops with her, said she was a solid gal.
At least both passed doing what they loved, too young though as both were 29 years old.
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
Underdog inspiration
http://www.cyclingnews.com/tourdownunder/stage-2/results
Recovery article
http://pezcyclingnews.com/?pg=fullstory&id=10019&status=True&catname=Latest%20News
Enjoying the 3 days OFF work, making the most with the weather and all. At the pool and library time with the kids daily, Marn started her 30 day challenge at http://www.banffyoga.com/, myself sneaking in a run Sunday afternoon with trainer and yoga last few days as well.
Was laughing with Dave on how many guys are in / about to upgrade to Cat 2 for the Banff Bike Fest, ask the organizer if we can have a team of 10 as there may be literally that many guys applicable....some may be riding Independant perhaps?
Starting to set goals with Dave for what my season will entail,would love to race loads but have to face reality with work and family. Looks like an epic Banff Fondo Race in the works with a beauty start going up and around Surprise Corner....talk about blowing up the field 2 minutes in.
http://www.cyclingnews.com/tourdownunder/stage-2/results
Recovery article
http://pezcyclingnews.com/?pg=fullstory&id=10019&status=True&catname=Latest%20News
Enjoying the 3 days OFF work, making the most with the weather and all. At the pool and library time with the kids daily, Marn started her 30 day challenge at http://www.banffyoga.com/, myself sneaking in a run Sunday afternoon with trainer and yoga last few days as well.
Was laughing with Dave on how many guys are in / about to upgrade to Cat 2 for the Banff Bike Fest, ask the organizer if we can have a team of 10 as there may be literally that many guys applicable....some may be riding Independant perhaps?
Starting to set goals with Dave for what my season will entail,would love to race loads but have to face reality with work and family. Looks like an epic Banff Fondo Race in the works with a beauty start going up and around Surprise Corner....talk about blowing up the field 2 minutes in.
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
Only a 70 degree swing in temps from Banff to Adelaide....
http://www.cyclingtipsblog.com/2012/01/tour-down-under-stage-1-what-a-scorcher/
http://www.cyclingtipsblog.com/2012/01/tour-down-under-stage-1-what-a-scorcher/
Monday, January 16, 2012
Kye Petersen's winning run, huge exposure up top. Only 6yrs old when his legendary father died in Chamonix, 21 yrs old and killing it for years now.
http://www.biglines.com/video/fwt-revelstoke-2012-kye-petersen-finals-run
Last week received Attack of La Nina and The Way I See It from www.skimovie.com. Wicked videos to keep me entertained on the trainer downstairs.
http://www.biglines.com/video/fwt-revelstoke-2012-kye-petersen-finals-run
The venue
Had a boarding category as well
Last week received Attack of La Nina and The Way I See It from www.skimovie.com. Wicked videos to keep me entertained on the trainer downstairs.
Saturday, January 14, 2012
My my, throw a log on the fire for this upcoming week. You knew it was coming with the 'winter' we have had so far.
http://www.weatheroffice.gc.ca/city/pages/ab-49_metric_e.html
Have 3 days OFF work Mon-Wed, what to do? Looks like days spent at the Springs Hotel swimming, library time, gymnastics...anything inside with the boys.
http://www.weatheroffice.gc.ca/city/pages/ab-49_metric_e.html
Have 3 days OFF work Mon-Wed, what to do? Looks like days spent at the Springs Hotel swimming, library time, gymnastics...anything inside with the boys.
Friday, January 13, 2012
What happens when you leave a 15 month old for 1 minute
Woke up Wednesday morning to -19. After prolonging a trip to Calgary for some time, this was a good day for a Superstore/Costco run.
Best vino deal out there at Superstore Liquor store. Sebeka Cabernet Pinotage for $7.79 / bottle, sells for $15.99 in Banff - sorry Banff stores.
Tuesday, January 10, 2012
A solid day....
Drop Seth off at playschool at 9am, home to prep dinner and take care of some errands.
Pick Seth up and head to Norquay while meeting up with Marn's mom Christie and Jack. They take Seth out for a few runs while Rory keeps busy running around the lodge and on thetoboggan. Had my first real turns of the year with Jack on the North American chair. 2 lucky guys we were as they just opened the 'avalanche slope' run as we arrived....few cms of wind blown goodness.
Head home, help put the kids down for naps then head out for a ski on Cascade road immediately after...wolf down some pancakes on the way out. Threw in some Dave prescribed Fartleks to keep things entertaining. Love his January program he has set up, 5 different activities on the go while dipping into different zones as the month goes on. As they say variety is the spice of life...no becoming stagnant here with one discipline. Sure some beauty scenery way out there, especially being late in the day just making the parking lot with a tad of light left.
Head home, 10 minutes later Marn is out the door for a yoga class. Her classes have been positive, reassuring feedback from students while gaining her confidence back after 2 years off teaching....so proud of her!
Making a mess as usual
Drop Seth off at playschool at 9am, home to prep dinner and take care of some errands.
Pick Seth up and head to Norquay while meeting up with Marn's mom Christie and Jack. They take Seth out for a few runs while Rory keeps busy running around the lodge and on the
Head home, help put the kids down for naps then head out for a ski on Cascade road immediately after...wolf down some pancakes on the way out. Threw in some Dave prescribed Fartleks to keep things entertaining. Love his January program he has set up, 5 different activities on the go while dipping into different zones as the month goes on. As they say variety is the spice of life...no becoming stagnant here with one discipline. Sure some beauty scenery way out there, especially being late in the day just making the parking lot with a tad of light left.
Head home, 10 minutes later Marn is out the door for a yoga class. Her classes have been positive, reassuring feedback from students while gaining her confidence back after 2 years off teaching....so proud of her!
Making a mess as usual
Growing into a long, lean boy
Watched www.ridethedividemovie.com on a spin. Epic beyond words, Banff to USA/Mexico border in one go with 200k of climbing.
Looks like http://ryansdream.com/ is psyched for it.
Speaking of long races, Dallas's latest go for this summer www.dalrock.blogspot.com.
Looks like http://ryansdream.com/ is psyched for it.
Speaking of long races, Dallas's latest go for this summer www.dalrock.blogspot.com.
Monday, January 9, 2012
Several weeks ago my boss said I needed to dip into all my vacation days, how about 5 days OFF coming up I asked, sure she replies.
Staying in town with no big plans, just relaxing. Seth is back in playschool tomorrow morning which he is very excited for.
Spur of the moment yesterday afternoon, Marn's mom offered to watch the boys for several hours. We headed out for a ski to Cascade Fire road, Marn was having a blast out there, just flying. Surprisingly $ conditions out there considering the rain on Wednesday, heard Spray Trail is an ice rink now though. Warmer weather this week than all last April, +6 today...crazy.
Marn took Seth to Norquay this morning, plenty of friends and family on a Monday up there with ski lessons in full swing.
Staying in town with no big plans, just relaxing. Seth is back in playschool tomorrow morning which he is very excited for.
Spur of the moment yesterday afternoon, Marn's mom offered to watch the boys for several hours. We headed out for a ski to Cascade Fire road, Marn was having a blast out there, just flying. Surprisingly $ conditions out there considering the rain on Wednesday, heard Spray Trail is an ice rink now though. Warmer weather this week than all last April, +6 today...crazy.
Marn took Seth to Norquay this morning, plenty of friends and family on a Monday up there with ski lessons in full swing.
Friday, January 6, 2012
Tuesday, January 3, 2012
Seth and friend Aidan signed up for Santa's Helpers ski lessons at Norquay this week, 3 days with 1hr/day. Ended up being just them & the instructor which was perfect. Gorgeous day up there with loads of local families, felt like April weather.
Rory cruising
Later that day with Aidan across the street
I got out for a solo skate ski in the afternoon while everyone had naps. Made it to Goat creek parking lot on the Spray trail and back, sure able to cover a lot more ground not pulling kids.
Monday, January 2, 2012
Race cut short due to 46 degree weather melting the asphalt. Deja vu of the Stampede road race 3 yrs ago with high 30 temps, literally sinking into the asphalt some sections leaving muck on our tires.
http://www.cyclingtipsblog.com/2012/01/bay-crits-stage-2/
Wow 17 yr old high school student winning against the big boys. Wish I was down there enjoying that weather. Though it feels like that here almost with the +4 expected. Calgary 9-12 degrees next few days, it is January no?
http://www.cyclingtipsblog.com/2012/01/bay-crits-stage-2/
Wow 17 yr old high school student winning against the big boys. Wish I was down there enjoying that weather. Though it feels like that here almost with the +4 expected. Calgary 9-12 degrees next few days, it is January no?
Sunday, January 1, 2012
Play safe out there
This fatality combined with the incident outside Pemberton earlier in the week makes for scary news and dangerous backcountry conditions.
http://www.canadianmountainholidays.com/
http://www.canadianmountainholidays.com/
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