05 July 2009
Water broke! Shan and I are off. Thank you so much to everyone who has been pulling for us the past few months. I can't believe it's finally happening. We'll keep you updated as info rolls in.my flickr
02 July 2009
My sis just finished up on her latest interior design project and it's now up and running.
While she's living in Switzerland, she's going to be interior designing over the www. If you've ever wanted to re-vamp your living or work space, here's you chance to have it done at an affordable rate and by a top notch designer. Take a look at her portfolio. Everything there from furniture design to 5 star hotels. She knows her stuff and she knows it well. View the site here and the blog here.
27 June 2009
Dedicated to my one and only... SDAY. Today, Shan not only conquered a few of her fears, but she also proved to her self, that she IS and amazing person. I've known that all along.
Shan continues to amaze me with her willingness to set lofty goals and without any problems, achieve them. Over the past five and half years she has endured many things. She's overcome some major health issues and proved to me that despite certain conditions, she will not give up on the dreams she truly believes in. We've both made a few sacrifices and had to change directions numerous times but because of that we've become stronger and grown closer with each day. Now as I see her giving her best as something she has truly worked hard for, I find myself in envy of her drive and new outlook on life. She's an amazing woman and will continue to be throughout her life.
Shan, I'm so proud of you and want you to know how much I look up to you for your strength and determination. Great job today and good luck in the future. As you have always been there cheering on the sidelines for me, I will be there also for you.
26 June 2009
I'd much rather spend a day hiking around the mountains and sniffing out Moose, but having Kashi hang at the office from time to time is quite nice too.
24 June 2009
PCTV does a pretty nice job of stitching things together at some of our races. As always, some Kuhl blue can be seen tearing it up. A nice shot of the Pro men leaving the line, DW attacking on Little Stick, Tolbet bringing the heat and even Trev, shedding some clothing... I'm assuming if he knew the camera was pointed in his direction, they would have pulled that clip.22 June 2009
Couldn't get out on the bicycle today so I took to the hills late this evening for a trail run with my right hand man.
21 June 2009
Fathers Day. It's a big day. Almost as big as Mothers Day, but not quite. It's an unusual feeling actually celebrating it for the first time but I know it's real. And just because we haven't been placed with a baby yet, it doesn't mean I need to ignore it all like usual.
The past two weeks SDAY and I have spent a fair amount of time around the house, getting things prepared for our new addition. Friday night was possibly the best night of all. I may not have shown my enthusiasm but inside I was jumping for joy. We set up most everything for the nursery. Now every time I walk in the room that once felt like an office, now feels like a warm and welcome place for any child. Shan has spent a lot of late nights checking things off her list to make sure we can be as prepared as possible and that we an focus on welcoming the baby into her new home.
On this Fathers Day, I want to give a special thanks to my wife for helping me become the Father I am and will be. She is an excellent example and a constant inspiration.
20 June 2009
5 hrs in the saddle today riding some of Utah's best singletrack and doing a little recon work for the Point to Point race in September. Led by MTB Race News author and race promoter Shannon Boffeli, my self, Tolbert, Blaney, Firth, Heather Holms, Duff? We took to the trails early this morning. Starting in Deer Valley and ended up at the Canyons. To say it lightly, we got involved in a bit of a rain storm on Mid Mountain, between Park City and the Canyons. Heather flatted twice and while some of us stayed behind others kept going in hopes of finding warmth and shelter. After a little re-coup, we took gondola down and peadled back to DV. It was an excellent day on the bike, with excellent company. More photos here:::
19 June 2009
Nothing like getting some new shades in the mail. Especially when they don't make this frame any more. Plus, throw in some Rose Platinum and you've got your self a happy cyclist. Thanks Smith Optics!
16 June 2009
A big thank you to everyone who has shown support through comments, texts, calls, letters and even jokes. Shan and I couldn't do this without you.
Thank you Kris for the link. I'm glad you understand my tasteful hatred towards Papyrus.
10 June 2009
As anticipation builds, SDAY and I have decided to make our first official public announcement concerning our progress in the adoption scene. That being said, a beautiful and selfless Birthmother from California has chosen us to place her baby girl with. She's due July 10.
It's been quite the journey so far and as we look back as well as forward, we recognize the many wonderful blessings that have guided us to and through, this process. Surrounded and supported by amazing family and friends who have all sacrificed more than their share on our behalf, we are getting closer to building our family with the dreams of beautiful children. We are optimistic and know that at any point in time the hand of the Lord will guide this process as He sees fit. We are eternally grateful to all you who have stood by us through this and willingly lent us your shoulder or extended your hand to help us back up. We are very thankful to our Birthmother's family for their kind support those at LDS family services who have helps along the way.
I can't wait to do a bit more shopping on one of my favorite T sites.
08 June 2009
"And then I like to thank Kashi my dog for being a carefree spirit, andmy garden for growing like it is. Oh and I couldn't have done this
without the help of my mountain bike for keeping me from being consumed
by all the thousands of hours sitting at my computer. FREE TIBET!!"
Thanks to my good friend Huff, for writing my acceptance speech... Thankfully I didn't have to give one.
To sum up the weekend (and thanks to my wonderful wife for spreading the word) R&R Partners had a great showing and I couldn't be more pleased to have been a part of it.
Our gold medal work was a campaign we did for Utah Highway Safety, with an anti drunk driving message. The work included:
A full stall wrap for the men's and women's restroom in a popular bar in down town SLC.
We wrapped a photo booth for college campuses, where students could have their mug-shots taken in advance.
And some toilet bowl stickers. Our runner had the opportunity to place these stickers (and pose for the photo) in toilets of bars in down town. They read: If you can read this, call a cab.
Thank you to everyone for the support, texts and emails and to Obama for the flyby in Marine One.
SDAY HAS OFFICIALLY HACKED INTO KDAY RACING TO ANNOUNCE SOMETHING BIG!
06 June 2009
TO SEE SOMETHING EXCITING ABOUT KDAY GO TO SDAYRUNNING.COM
I don't quite get it and I know it's not by designers choice. Say you're walking through the market, checking items off you list, when you notice that a particular product has had a bit of a face lift. In most cases its a bit more refined, and has a fresh new feel. Generally the product behind the new packaging is still the same, but in some cases, you can't help but feel like maybe it too has been spruced up a bit. I fully support a good redesign and am constantly thinking about my own, all the time. For me, it's an adaptation and an opportunity to utilize new skills and techniques. For companies selling product, it's a chance to communicate to the consumer, information with a new visual, in hopes of educating and or increasing sales.
It's a designers job to take existing brands and design standards and wave our magic wands to make them better. And in many cases, the abra-cadabra works and products tend to sit a little taller among the others that are awaiting their own redesign. But before all this happens, the big corporate giants fly in and demand that the new package that now looks and communicates much better than the old package is stamped with they're final word. "NEW FRESH LOOK"
I can just hear it now. "Oh wow, that new package looks great. Consumers are going to love it. Great job. Just one thing though... I'd really like you to put a bright star-burst in one of the top corners and some brightly colored text on there that tells everyone that there's a new look.
Are we so visually impaired that we can't recognize products after they've had a bit of a face lift, that we need to be reminded that our eyes are not playing tricks on us?
26 May 2009
After some small (or big) delays, yesterdays XC race got underway around 1 in the afternoon. Because of the silky mud situation on Clarks and Ghost Falls, a few of us chatted with Ed Chaunner, the race promoter about the possibility of changing the course. A quick decision was made and a new course was marked. The laps were a bit shorter but it made for some excellent mountain bike racing. The field was tight through most of the race which made the pace much faster and more tactical. It was a nice brake form the typical big climb and big descents of the series. Don't get me wrong, a nice long climb is always good for the mind and body, but when you can race on sweet singletrack with a few river crossings all on the Draper bench, I think you better take advantage of it. The race went very well for myself and the entire Kuhl team. I'll post some photos as soon as our photographer sends them to me. For now, I'll rip some off from Zazoosh.The Kuhl train: Tolbert, me, Blaney, Krusemark
Me, Blaney, Krusemark, T. Greenwood
After the race I drove home and went out on the road for a little recover ride with SDAY. She's putting in the time for her first triathlon scheduled in June. She's pulling two-a-days with and early morning run and some time on the bike in the p.m. She's a rock star!
21 May 2009
An early start this morning with 5,000' of climbing included. Still plenty of snow up there.
Also, have a look at our new team site.
18 May 2009
It was handed to me at the Hollow. No worries though. I had a great time and nothing really feels better than getting back on your own mtb after three weeks away. Hopefully bits and pieces of the cycling I have done will contribute to a quick and seamless comeback.I'm also going to be conducting a scientific experiment. It has to do with dreams the night before a race. If any of you have an experience with that let me know. I'd be interested to hear if you've had good or bad dreams pertaining to the race the next morning and how the race actually compared to your dream.
A big thanks to SDAY for being my biggest fan, the Kuhl team for their amazing support and Brian and Heather for hosting a sweet BBQ at their place in Heber. Sorry we stayed so long.
Plus, this was brought to my attention via Facebook. Some good Kuhl shots in there. Too bad they didn't fully get D-Welch attacking from the line and adding a little blue to the green train up front. Well done everyone and thanks PCTV for giving our sport a little pick-me-up. It's not an easy event to watch but when it's sticked together like this, it helps.
13 May 2009
As much as I'd love to be in Switzerland, it's good to be home. SDAY and I had a great time with Matt and Kady, and if I could, I just might move to Switzerland someday. But for now, it's back into the swing of things with work, my wonderful but neglected yard, Kashi, and of course, the bicycle. I'm excited to get back to the racing side of things as well. I missed a pretty nasty 5-Mile, and due to a wonderful event, we were in California last weekend and I was no-show at Sherwood. Who knows what this weekend will bring at Solder Hollow, but I'm excited regardless.Yesterday, I came across this, via this, and found this quote, that I truly adore.
