I thought I'd try an experiment here. I propose that anyone of any swimming level can use this thread (or not) when, whether in a small way or earthshaking manner you've done something in the pool that you're proud and/or pleased by. Anyone is welcome to add encouraging comments (or not) or ask for more info., but please no grandstanding or feuding.
Okay- I'll go first (and I'm just as hesitant as anyone else). Context: last few months hellish: collapse of my dream business, death in family, huge money troubles etc. result months out of water & exercise & 30lb gain. Further, I just went back over the last 10 yrs, averaged 1 meet a year, no more than 4 months training in any one year. So- been back in water 4 weeks, 2-3 times a week and mostly feeling like chopped liver. Monday night coach say we're going to do dive 25's (meters) from blocks, starter's instructions. Now I haven't done this in years 'cause I have a very bad neck- but I've been frustrated so...did all 3 breastroke 16.3, 15.5, 16.2 which tells me I've still got prospects to go fast again! I am pleased.
Way to go, Leslie. Get some rest.
I'm trying to rest, but chess is so stressful when you're not an expert like the Bork. :rofl:
I have a heavy night of TV watching ahead later, I think. Rome and The Tudors are on HBO tonight.
I should give an attagirl to Julie too while I'm typing. She was at the meet and swam tremendously, rounding trouncing me in the 100 back and looking like a superstar in the 400 IM.
Way to go, Leslie. Get some rest.
I'm trying to rest, but chess is so stressful when you're not an expert like the Bork. :rofl:
I have a heavy night of TV watching ahead later, I think. Rome and The Tudors are on HBO tonight.
I should give an attagirl to Julie too while I'm typing. She was at the meet and swam tremendously, rounding trouncing me in the 100 back and looking like a superstar in the 400 IM.
