i'm not complaining

so, after much thought, i decided to just tell everyone about all the fun that i've been having. when i open this site, i typically feel a little disappointed in myself that one, i don't have all my miles compiled (it kinda feels pointless at this point right?). i feel disappointed in myself that i'm not telling you that i HAD the perfect week training and i'm GOING to be SO ready, yay! those are the things i want to say. unfortunately i never get to say these things. so this blog is aching for complaining because, although for the circumstances, looking back i tried semi-hard to get workouts in. ie: working out before work two days in a row, swimming at lake shasta early in the morning after a late late night. i'm just going to talk about my lake shasta experience instead of complaining, and let everyone see how i do such a good job at balancing fun with ironman training. right?? balancing?? it's ok right?? hmmm.

so, after having such a wonderful time in the grand canyon, i was invited to spend more time with this gang out on a houseboat for a few days. friday evening through monday morning. after a long day in a cramped car, and some interesting delays, we arrived at the lake ready for some fun. the trip included 17 people, one houseboat, two bathrooms, A LOT of food, and A LOT of drinks. the weekend had been highly organized by the "houseboat planning '08" group, we had activities planned such as game night, '80s night, and pirate night. how could it not be fun?? friday night was originally supposed to be game night, but we were all too excited about '80's night and ended up busting out the 80's garb asap! saturday involved swimming, hiking, obstacle coursing (for which my role included swimming a large rock about 40 yds....tough!). sunday was a bit more relaxed and i found time to read my book, catch up with old friends, and get a little wake boarding in. monday we were up early cleaning the boat and trying to get out on the road early. i hope you enjoy the pictures. look see, i do have fun outside of ironman training. :)