What Have I Been Up To?

Wow it's hard to believe that I finished my first Ironman (Vineman) just last August as well as the AIDS LifeCycle Ride last June! Life since both events has been far from boring. I have been keeping busy participating in less time consuming events such as: A half ironman, full and half marathons, intro to fire dancing; flying trapeze; outdoor rock climbing, zip lining and perfecting my snow boarding skills! I've also tried to find more of a balance in my life by placing more emphasis on dating and meeting new people. Life has been a blessing for me. Im surrounded by the most wonderful and amazing people, I'm content in my job and I have my health. What more could a girl ask for?

If you know me well enough though, being content is not enough. You know that I believe in giving back to those in need. Last year, through Team In Training, you helped me raise funds for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Together we raised $6,000 to help fight blood cancers but the fight isn't over. There are too many people that are still being effected. Do you have a connection? Do you know anyone who is fighting for their life as we speak? Have you ever lost someone to cancer? Cancer can strike anyone.. young and old, a family member, a coworker, a neighbor... YOU. Let's fight a good fight. Let's band together and strive to make a difference. Im raising funds again and 75% of all the funds I raise goes towards the research needed to help find a cure! Its an investment that can only have a positive outcome and benefits everyone.

I have signed up yet for another endurance event through Team In Training. I will be participating in a grueling cycling event called the Death Ride on July 9, 2010. You can find out more about the details of the event if you click on the DR Logo to the right of my page. Thus far the training has been brutal. The distances have varied from 30-65 miles. Future rides will have increasing distances, elevation and varying climates. Again the physical challenge at hand will be a difficult one. Although I am already questioning my abilities to completing the task at hand, I know that with a strong mind I can rise to any challenge. I again will need your help. Please help me to raise the funds needed to make a difference. You can click on the Team In Training Logo to the right and it will lead you to my donation page.

Thanks so much for all your past and present support. Please check back often as I will try to keep you updated as my training progresses. With love, Belinda

PS.. You may notice an Ironman Canada Logo to the right. I am also training for my 2nd Ironman event on August 29, 2010.