What a year, I am getting old!

You know how I am getting old? Ever watch Astroboy from the 80's? It was a great Anime cartoon, based on a robot in the future. The future would have flying cars, lasers everywhere, etc... the year was 2011. Holy Smit!!!

I'll tell ya, time flies by. It has been awhile since I have last written, so let me tell you in reverse order some of the new things that have been happening in my life.

1. Moved into new house Dec. 19, 2008...temperature -45 degrees Celsius.
2. Starting my Masters Jan. 5, 2009.
3. Getting a intern in my classroom Jan. 5, 2009.
4. Becoming a spin instructor at the local gym-I teach the 5:45am class... I made someone puke the other day, I kinda felt bad.
5. Becoming a father in July 2009.

The New Year has not even begun yet, and it's super busy! I am really looking forward to all the challenges of 2009.

Some highlights are having Vassago Cycles as my sponsor and contributing to my best results ever! Hey guys, I am still commuting in -45 degrees Celsius weather. I bought some -50 boots, I gotta find some minus 50 gotch!

Here's a great quote from the 80's and Merry Christmas everyone and have a Happy New Year!!!

We're leaving together,But still it's farewell. And maybe we'll come back,To earth, who can tell?I guess there is no one to blame. We're leaving ground. Will things ever be the same again?It's the final countdown...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ZkllM8znx4

I'm Idaho!!!

Hey Ebrybody, I know that it has been awhile so let me fill you in. We'll, I am pursuing my master's degree in Anti-racist education. I begin my classes this January. Also taking my CRFA, which allows me to create fitness classes. I will also be taking more cycling instructing classes, as I would want to end up as a coach. TEAMMATES I have created an excel training program where all you have to do is plug in your heart rate/age/amount of hours and it sets your entire season. Email me for details!!! It's based on cyclists training manual.

Moreover, I will also be taking a intern in my classroom from January till May. I had an intern last year and it was a great experience.

I have begun to teach spin classes three times a week-helps me get motivated with my own training.

We move into our new home on the 19th of this month, we bought a swach load of furniture and I get to buy some new electronic toys for the house. Yipee!!!

Lastly, we will be adding a new addition to the clan. Yep, we are expecting a child in July. So, both my wife and I are extremely happy. I get to have the summer off, so I get to spend it with my new family!!!

Talk about a busy year! I am still going to hit and promote local races and events. We had a great fundraiser this year where we went to the community to donate bicycles to send to Africa. We got a great response for doing it the first time. I got rid of a bike that was just sitting there and I know that it will go to good use.

I want to head up for a race in the U.S, guys where is somewhere central where I could drive to and meet ya? Let me know.

Cheers everyone, have happy and safe Christmas!

Mel

Reduce the risk of bruising...

Hey everyone,

Well, the weather is turning for the worst here in ole SK. but times are busy. I have started my Muay Thai training, with a chipped tooth, bloody lip, and bruised shins...but I love it!!! I train for 5hrs a week and it's , anaerobic so it's a lot different from cycling training. I have also started teaching spin class at the local gym three times a week. So, I feel pretty good with my training this year so far.

My goals are to compete in the western Canadian marathon series. I just have to see how far the money goes. It costs so much to travel. To get to one of those races it's like a 10hr drive to the nearest one and get my coaching levels. I really want to create a cycling program for inner city kids. Things are mellowing out, finally!

Cheers!

Mel

illtastic!!!

I woke up at 5:00pm today. Man, I feel like death. Tried riding to work...Mistake, I think I just made myself sicker! Anyway, taking another day off tomorrow to rest up.

Check out my latest results. I finished mid-pack in a "way harder ride than last year" course. I managed 7 laps and climbed over 10,000ft in a 8hr enduro race. I finished 14th out of 30 something. Top finisher had 9 laps; so we were all close, it was up to who could hold a killer pace for the whole thing. I went up by myself and supported myself between laps. It was awesome. I might try doing that next year at the 24hrs of adrenalin. I will just tell the officials that my "pit crew" went to get something to eat.

http://xc8.ca/results/xc8results2008.html

My new Jabber is in the shop and being built. Hopefully, I can get it out this weekend. Will take pic's.

Cheers!

Mr. Rogers in da house!!!

Look familiar? This is how I feel; and it's totally not me! I am used to teaching older children and being able to have mature conversations. My conversations sound like this, "Okay class who can tell what book gives us information about the province of Saskatchewan?" Here are the range of answers that I get:

1. Mr. S you can find that information in a encyclopedia.
2. Mr. S, did you know my cousins feet are this big (holds up a fist)!
3. Mr.S, look at my capital D, isn't it pretty?

Oh man, this grade level is a change of pace. But I have this weekend to look forward to a nice 8hr race. Will let you know how things go.

Cheers!

Finally provincial champ!!!

Hey everyone! I finally reached my goal of winning a provincial series. I ended up with 2 first place finishes and 2 second place finishes. I had my last race this past Sunday and ended up second. I actually thought that I was first, but I guess that first crash allowed another guy to get ahead of me.

I have cyclocross and another enduro race comming up. Also, I am going to get a good rest this winter from real cycling training and cross train with mma conditioning.

"Ebryone keep your rubber sid dun, and remember...I like you. Very Much!"

The Lull begins!

Hey everyone, the racing year is coming to a close and other parts of life are picking up. Such as school and work begin soon. I will have to contact my intern to get him aquainted for the upcoming internship. Also, I am creating a "core fitness" program, because I am very disappointed in the fact that my city is quoted as the "fattest" in Canada. As an educator and ambassador for the future, I believe that I have to do my darness to make sure that the future is healthy mentally and physically. I have a workshop this weekend that I am going to make a agility program for my school.

Thus, it's 2 weeks till the rat race! Boo!!!!