What I've been thinking

Well, it's Wednesday, and I haven't written in a while. So many things have happened, I don't know where to start.

Our family has had some sad news: a good friend of ours, who is pretty much like a brother to me, has had a sad week. Last Friday, it was discovered that our friend's younger brother had passed away accidentally. We have been grieving for the family, and doing what we can to make him happy, or at least realize there was nothing that we could do to make him come back. It's a situation I have been trained to handle, but couldn't begin to help, not knowing what to say other than "I am so sorry," just didn't cut it for me. I guess when it happens close to home, the situation changes. There is no amount of preparation for something like this. I felt hopeless to help him deal with his loss. But in one instance, he did laugh, and it was the most liberating sound I have ever heard. Malcom will be missed by everyone, and we will always be here if the family needs us. Because that is simply the kind of people we are.

On another note,

I received an email from a local in Cornwall, where I am from, pissed that I wasn't selected for the torchbearer in Cornwall, and that the person chosen isn't even known in the community. amazing how one person makes a difference. I have been asked to do an interview with the Seaway News, who find itself perched on your door every week in SDG&C, so next Thursday you will read the article written by John Divinsky, and know it's about me. I guess my experience has touched many locals in the community, who feel I should represent our community, not a marathon runner, who no one has heard of. Thank you to that individual who took the time to realize that Cornwall is my town, and I want to make a difference. I guess my going to the Olympics is bigger than running with the torch... although the torchbearer gets to keep the torch, and the awesome tracksuit, I want one.

BUY YOUR MITTENS...

Don't forget to buy your mittens and support our athletes at the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Games. I'm buying mine, they are only $10.00 here's the picture...

"WITH GLOWING HEARTS"

How can you turn these puppies down? They are awesome! If you're Canadian, buy them; if you're American, buy them. They are the coolest thing to hit the streets these days. So cool that they are sold out. That's good. All the proceeds of the sale of these mittens are being given back to the athletes, and it should be this way, Time after time, year after year, and available every winter. What better way to show your pride in CANADA than to wear these awesome mittens? Can't wait to get mine!!!! WOOHOO!!!

Cara, I am sending you a pair, and Patrick, so be on the lookout.

VANCOUVER 2010 Here I Come!
107 days to go!!!
WOOHOO! Get my schedule next week, so excited.