This year and next week

I'm one week and one day away from running my second ultra marathon.  Here's me taking a swig of water/gatorade/cola on my first ultra:

There are other pictures of me a little later, looking a little more pained, but why show it?  The first race went very well, and the only discomfort I had was VERY sore knees for about two days.  Other than that, I had such a great time.  I am absolutely in love with running, but my motivation has been stretched thin lately.  So I'm wondering how I will do on this winter Ultra.  It should be fun.  My mom and dad (and hopefully) chris will be there, so I should have some sweet pics to post up then.

also, I would like to brag on myself and reflect on my accomplishments (and life changes) over the past year:

1) I participated in three triathlons.  A sprint, an Olympic and a half iron man distance.
2) I got engaged (super happy about this one!!)
3) I lost 50 pounds, through calorie counting and exercise.
4) I ran an ultra marathon  (50K)  WOO HOO!!
5) I picked up yoga.
6) I came to peace with my job ( I think...)

Now, I have a few goals or Ideas of what I want to accomplish and do in the New Year.  These are clearly subject to change, especially if I get pregnant (as Chris and I are no longer using and birth control).

1) Run more ultra marathons, specifically a 50 miler and a 100k.  I will do research on which ones in the coming weeks.
2)  Run approximately 3500 miles over 2011.
3) Practice Yoga more regularly (3x/wk on average)
4) Log about 2000 road miles on my bike. 
5) Maintain my weight loss
6) Kayak and Rock Climb more frequently
7) Get my A-license for Skydiving.

These are a lot of personal goals, and most of them take some serious time to achieve, but I believe I can achieve most of them.  I'm willing to compromise on exact mileage, as my focus is life is more about experience and living the best life I possibly can.  My most important focuses are living to make myself happy, and also being the best wife, friend and daughter to those that surround me.

One of my experiences from 2 years ago (kayaking over the 20 foot Ohiopyle Falls):

So I hope everyone has a happy and healthy new years, and can find joy in their every day life!!