this is so cool! Too excited for the next batch!
This is so cool! I
cant wait for the next batch!
Sweeet this is so cool! Im excited to do more!
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