Welcome!

Although I didn’t start playing basketball until I was fourteen years old, I’ve been going to church my entire life. I grew up in a Christian family, and my father took us to church every Sunday and Wednesday without fail.

Even though he died when I was twelve, my mother made sure that Christianity continued to be a central part of my family’s life. That’s why I have such a strong faith today. Going to church helped me develop a relationship with Jesus, and that has given me something to lean on as I have worked to reach my goals. Winning Rookie of the Year in my first season with the Suns was an incredible honor, but I know I can’t claim sole credit. I depend on God for everything I do, including playing basketball. Jesus hasn’t just given me talent though. He also gives me direction, purpose, and hope.

Without Him to guide my life, I don’t know where I would have ended up. I still say my prayers every night, and God always gives me confidence and peace of mind as a result. That’s exactly what we need more of these days.

I was fortunate to grow up in a Christian environment. That may not be true for you, but that doesn’t mean you can’t start living for Christ right now. If you’re looking for someone to lean on, someone to guide and encourage you through these troubled times, I encourage you to begin a relationship with Jesus today.

—- Amare Stoudemire, Phoenix Suns Forward

Hello!

So much to blog about since I haven’t checked in with my Tumblr for a while.

First off, I raced in my triathlon. What an experience. By far, it was one of the hardest sporting events I had done. Not just physically but mentally as well. Let me break this down for you guys.

I couldn’t really sleep that much the night before because I was nervous and excited. I got up at 5 30 AM and go to Silver Strand (Coronado, AKA Nado) around 6 30 AM. I brought all of my gear to the transition area and got myself set up for the race. I was in Wave 7 with my age group (20-24). Around 8 40 AM, we walked over to the bay where the swim was. The swim portion of the race started at 9 05 for Wave 7. Really, the swim wasn’t too bad. The officials sent us off and I ran into the water. I some how ended up in 3rd place for the swim part. The frustrating thing about the swim is that, no one swam straight so a lot of the times, I found myself going off of the track. I finished the Swim in 24 mins and 11 seconds, I came in 2nd for my age group.

The transition from the swim part to the biking part was weird. As soon as i got out of the water, I had to run underneath the highway 75 to the transition area. I took off my wetsuit and put on my biking stuff. I think I was top 5 going out to the bike course. A little did I know, my bike chain was off from the fall i had earlier that week. I had to pull to the side and fix my bike. Which took a while since I didn’t know how to put it back on. The bike course consist of 2 loops totaling around 26 miles. It was very flat and fast. But for me, it was flat but not fast. The crosswind coming from the beach was no joke. I was soooooo tired by about half way through the 2nd loop. I tried to just put my head down and pedal as fast as I can. I came in with the time of 1 HR 28 Mins 2 Seconds. I left for the bike portion top five, but came in last five. It was so miserable.

Then, there is the 6.2 mile run after the swimming and biking. I got my running gear on and started to run on the course. My legs were shot and I really wanted to stop to get my legs back. Or at least have the heavy feeling on my quads from my legs to go away. When I reached the first mile mark, I was so disappointed. it felt like I ran so much but it was only the beginning. There were a lot, I mean a lot of 35 to 50 year old men and women passing me. By the time i reached the turn around point, my legs finally warmed up and felt pretty good. I was able to catch up to some people that already passed be in the beginning. I finally saw the finish line. By this time, its all mental because physically you are so exhausted and the only way that you can keep going is to dig a bit deeper and deeper.

My time was 2 hrs. 55 mins and 6 seconds. My goal was to break 3 hr mark. I’m pretty happy with my time. But you know, I always feel like I can do better. But knowing how hard it was, i dont know. its questionable. I just wanna say that I enjoyed it a lot. I pushed myself to the limits.

I will update more stuff later today.

thanks for reading,

Will

Hello!

I found this on my school’s FCA Pastor’s FB….He wrote this awhile back.

I didnt ask him if its okay for him to let me post this but I wanted to share this with you all so here it is! Enjoy!!

Asleep but my heart awake
Looking for the one my heart loves

Love stronger than death
Jealously unyielding as the grave
Burning like a blazing fire
Flame unquenchable by rivers

Have you see the one my heart loves

When I find the one my heart loves
I will hold and not let go
Everything I give for this love
Faint for it I cry

Have you see the one my heart loves

Who is this coming up from the desert
Leaning on her Beloved
Broken—to depend
Crushed—to trust
You say to me
Abide in My love

This is my cry
Teach me to lean
And abide in Your love
My Beloved

Make Me a seal for Your heart
Becoming in Your eyes
One who brings You contentment

I will hold and not let go
Everything I give for this love
Nothing can separate me from this love

This is my cry
To abide in Your love
My Beloved

By: Pastor Donald Campbell

Freaking AMAZING!!!!!!!!!

Thanks for reading!

Will

Hello!!

It’s been a week since I updated.

I didn’t have any work this week since the high school was on their spring break, there were no practices. This also means that I haven’t been training for my race. It’s only a week away!!! It’s okay though, you are supposed to taper up and rest your body up so you are in the best condition for your race. I need to get back on a normal sleeping schedule this week. Also, this means no basketball this week. I will definitely need fresh legs to do all the kicking, biking and running in a week. 

Again, the race is a week away (4/11/10). It’s about a mile swim, 26 mile bike ride, and 6.2 mile run. I’m hoping to finish between 3 hours to 3 hours and half. I just hope that I don’t waste too much energy in the beginning. The following link is a map of the course:

http://maps.onemillionrevolutions.org/map.jsp?mapID=1579

I’m competing in the Super Seal event, so follow the Super Seal marks.

This weekend, after the Good Friday service, Bryan and I drove to LA to play basketball with some friends. Man, it was a lot of fun. Reminded me that how much we can have fun when friends are around. We finished basketball around 3 am and went to Norms to get some food. We ended up eating food at 5 am. Most of went to sleep past 6 am. I thought we were gonna finish basketball at 2 am and be home by 4 am latest to sleep.

Then on Saturday, we went to Roscoe’s Chicken and Waffles get some brunch. The last time I was there, not knowing how famous the place is, I didn’t order any chicken because I thought it was sketchy. Of course I got pwned by DJ, Diane and Sam Jo. This time, I was determined to order some chicken to fill my stomach. The food came out and I prayed for the food. As soon as I finish praying the waitress commented on my prayer saying, “That was a weird prayer!!!” I also heard people from the next table laughing as well. I freaking got pwned for praying…..too good of a memory.

We finished the trip at O Dae San to get all you can eat Korean BBQ. Couple of other friends join us to feast with us. A lot of good talks, laughs, and capping on each other happened at the dinner table. The best part was when O Dae San ran out of dduk, Bryan, BP and I went around the tables after the people left to steal dduks from them. It was just too funny.

Over all it was an excellent escape from San Diego. Seeing some friends that I havent seen in awhile was awesome.

Thanks for reading!

Will

Hello!

Its been awhile since I updated this thing.

I shared this with couple of people but I guess I can put this out on tumblr.

As we all know that we are supposed to put God first then family and friends & the rest. Of course I was one of those people. But I have my short comings and failed miserably at putting God first. But this whole break has made me realize something. Besides God, I thought I had it figured out. I always thought I put my family before anything. It wasn’t the case. I caught myself many times putting friends first before my family.

I think my mentality was that because its is my family so its okay for me to just skip on them. I hope you guys get this. Its like flaking on one of your closest friends because in the back of your head, you know in the end its gonna be okay because he or she understands you and wont get mad at you for flaking on him/her.

I have shared that with some of my friends and I have been praying over it. I know its gonna be hard for me to change. Past Friday, I went to get my CPR certification but I forgot to bring my key nor the garage opener. It was my fault. But I got furious with my parents for not returning from work early. That was my bad. A lot of times, my patience is extremely short with my family members. Help me guys!

On the positive note, I have been praying for my parents, especially my dad. I just noticed some changes in his behavior. Its very very very minor but indeed its joyful to witness!!

Anyways, I have been lackluster with my training. Its in two weeks, yikes!

Thanks for reading!

Will

Hello!! I’m currently listening to You Are My Joy by David Crowder*Band! It’s gorgeous outside and I’m super excited for today. Maybe I will give my kids easy swim sets. “Love’s taken over me…so I propose the letting myself go…” Thanks for reading! Will

Hello!!

I suck at updating my tumblr. I was so pumped to get one and update it every day but I’ve already failed.

I’ve had this window up for past 4 hours.

I feel really weird. Its not the feeling of emptiness, nor the fullness. I’m not worrying about anything nor hoping for something. I’m not depressed, nor the happiness which can’t be contained. I don’t feel blue, nor excited without a clue.

Something is just stuck on my chest. Its hard to explain…..lame..

Thanks for reading,

Will

Hello!!

So I signed up for a triathlon event on April 11th. But I’m doing an event called SuperSeal which is an Olympic distance (1,500 Meter swim, 40K ride, 10K run) one not the half iron man (1.2 Mile swim, 56 mile ride, 13.1 mile run) that I wanted to do. I went to the organization’s website to sign up for SuperFrog (Half Ironman event) but it was all filled up. So i had to settle with the SuperSeal.

I trained on my bike for the first time couple days ago. Oh man, it wasn’t fun. I was really worried about 56 mile ride during the Half Iron man event but its far worse than what I’ve imagined.

I will update more stuff later but I gotta go to work!

thanks for reading again!

Will

Hello!

I havent really updated in awhile so here I am updating my tumblr at PCE.

I started coaching swimming on top of water polo. Its been pretty fun. I get to swim everyday plus i get to work on my tan again. While running around La Jolla I came to realize how beautiful this place is. A true blessing. I’m so lucky to move to San Diego from Korea.

During my run, I ran past so many crazy houses and nice cars. It felt like every other car was a Bentley, Rolls-Royce, Mercedes, BMW, or a Ferrari. Then, I suddenly remembered the ghetto of Baltimore that I drove past every time that I had to leave campus to go on tournaments. The buildings are all beaten up with broken doors and windows. The signs of businesses were barely visible. Every windows has a protective bars because the neighborhood is so dangerous. I vividly remember people on the streets staring at the bus that I was on. Their clothing were haggard, with dark looks on their faces.

It’s sad to witness the bottom of the bottoms. Also it makes me angry that some of these residents in La Jolla are not even hit by the recent recession. Not the fact that they are successful with a lot of money but the people are so sheltered and i feel like they dont fully understand the other side of the spectrum. Although I’m sure there are people who are fully aware of this and trying to help those who are in need. But truth is that on the other side of the country, the crimes and poverty have became a natural part of a city.  Of course, I don’t have the first hand experience of being in poverty but just taking a glimpse at it from a far distance really makes me appreciate everything around me more.

Anyways, my run was pretty good. A lot of uphills which I liked.

Continuing with this theme of appreciating things, I think Pastor David hit the spot today. He was talking about parents and how we need to love them more. When I was preparing for the youth Winter Retreat, I came to realize that I care more for people who are around me more than my family. It’s not like I don’t put my family as my top priority but sometimes i think that because they are my family so they can wait a bit. I don’t know if this will make sense. For example, lets say that my mom wants to do some errands for her, but my friends calls me and asks me to do stuff with/for him or her. I find myself putting my moms errands behind me and do the stuff for my friend. I think I do this a lot because I know that its my mom and it wont really cause a lot of troubles if I dont finish her tasks for me. I guess just knowing the fact that my family will always love me in the end has made me take them for granted. I’m sad to admit that I really do take them for granted.

I’ve seen my mom countless times coming home from work really tired and beat up. And like Pastor David said today that their time is limited here and they are on the decline. That really hit me hard today. Both of my parents eye sights are getting worse. They have problems with their teeth, easily fatigued, and cant do the same routine that they used to do.

I saw a lot of people during service crying today. Even Pastor David got all choked up. Some people from college group were showing tears. Knowing how much my family, specially my parents went through since we’ve moved here, I didn’t tear up at all. Going back to the whole emotion post, I think I’m just too stubborn.

I guess the best I can do this is just simply treat them how they really deserve.

Thanks for reading folks!

Will

Hello!

Training day #3.

Failed at getting up early and running. I swam today about 2200 yards and ran 7 miles with Jason.

Running is getting better. The start of the run is hard but once I get into the groove its not that hard. I feel good so far about my training. I’m getting my bike fixed tomorrow so I need to start riding. I know for a fact that the bike portion of the race is gonna be tough. Anyone who wants to workout with me, let me knoww!

Thanks for reading!!

Will