While rummaging through a box of random pictures and notes at home, I found this calendar page. It is from January 10, 1998. That is when I tested for my junior black belt. (Apparently, I had a basketball game that day too, we won 29-15 and I scored 6 points. And yes, I was wearing … Continue reading “Memories”
This week in particular has been a difficult one for me. Amid trying to recover from a very busy holiday season and dealing with the loss of a loved one, work and life have both been busy. It has been difficult to train or even get to class. I get the feeling that I’m drowning … Continue reading “Finding Balance”
A little over a month into the challenge now. I feel good with where I am at. I struggle sometimes when I can’t schedule things or stick to a schedule when something unexpected pops up. But, I am on track! I feel like these winter months will be the hardest. It’s hard to get up … Continue reading “The Little Things”
We recently added a new puppy to our family. He is a big new adventure. He needs to be walked at least two times a day. He helps me get my milage walking everyday. He needs companionship most of the time. My time management has to be very efficient. I have enjoyed having family around … Continue reading “New Puppy”
One of my many hobbies that I enjoy in my free time is archery. I’ve been doing archery since I got my first bow when I was 8 or 9. I love archery because it allows me to use my bow as a tool to learn patience and balance. When I was growing up Hawkeye … Continue reading “My hobby #1”
Happy holidays everyone! This last week and a half has been a big adventure and a ton of fun. I celebrated Christmas with my family up in Auburn and it was nice to be home this year. A couple days after Christmas, I flew out to Florida to go on a Disney cruise with my … Continue reading “Cooper Riegel – Week 56”
I hope everyone has had a great holiday season, and a happy new year. My winter break has mainly consisted of me sitting at my desk and playing video games, and of course doing my pushups and situps, and now sleeping a lot. Being sick right now has most definitely made getting my miles, pushups, … Continue reading “Winter Break”
In the wake of a joyous (although very busy) Christmas time, my family suffered the loss of my aunt. She essentially was a 2nd mother to us and our families were very close. She was a devoted teacher in our hometown. She was also a mother, grandmother, aunt, and dear friend to us all. She … Continue reading “Dealing with Loss”
In the wake of a joyous (although very busy) Christmas time, my family suffered the loss of my aunt. She essentially was a 2nd mother to us and our families were very close. She was a devoted teacher in our hometown. She was also a mother, grandmother, aunt, and dear friend to us all. She … Continue reading “Dealing with Loss”
Happy Holidays! These past two weeks have been very busy but very fun. On my first week of Christmas break I went down to Huntington Beach California to visit family for the Holidays. My family and I do this every year and it’s always nice to see them. I had a great time in Southern … Continue reading “Lucas Grant: Week 51”

