Every once in a while, I look at a comment I have placed on y'all's blogs and think, where in THE HELL did that come from? LOL... It got me to thinking a bit over the last couple of days about some of the influences in my life that had a profound affect on the way I see the world. (Since I haven't been blogging, I've had extra time for leisure activities :-)
In my early days, a favorite uncle got me interested in the Civil War. My days and nights were filled with books about generals and men of valor. From there, I branched off into ancient generals and the wars of Europe. For the most part, these men where the knights and heroes of their ages. Each had their own peculiarities and motivations, but for the most part, they were men of honor, integrity, and faith.
In high school, I discovered fantasy books. I started out reading Piers Anthony and moved on from there. I have read hundreds if not thousands of fantasy and science fiction series in my lifetime. Each book was filled with tales of honor, deceit, love, and treachery. Of course, the good guys always won.
I think on a subconscious level, these books were the fertilizer for the seed of my own honor and integrity as I grew from a wayward chaotic teenager into a responsible member of society. While I realize that I can't fix all the world's problems nor make everyone see the world through my eyes, I can bring a little ray of hope, honor, and love into my circle of influence. This is a gift that I do not question.
While I was sitting at my desk yesterday, I was pondering the workouts for the day. Note that this was after I did my 2500 meters in the pool. The plan called for six half mile intervals. I gave it a lot of thought and chunked it after I realized I ran a race Sunday and basically did ten half mile splits :-) Good thing too, as I could barely run at the soccer fields last night. I eeked out 5 slow painful miles and called it a recovery run!
For the record, Monday night I opted to spin in Zone 1 for my streaking workout...
Finally, last night Dee Dee and I celebrated our 19th wedding anniversary in a quiet way. No romantic dinner. No flowers. No gifts. No night of passionate whoopie... Just damn :-) Truth is, we were both just plain exhausted. Dee Dee worked 16 hours Monday for St. Patty's Day, and I'm still recovering from the race, the swim, and the run... Some people might consider this a "bad" anniversary or a lost one. In the grand scheme of things, it is a blip on the radar of nineteen years of marriage. Besides, we plan to make up for it this weekend. Saturday night, we'll be tearing up the town!
Bring it :-)
Wes
OCN: 7 miles, 30 minutes, 14 mph
OSN: 2500 meters, 55 minutes
ORN: 5 miles, 1 hour, 12 mmp
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
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A nice quiet anniversary can be just as meaningful as a big celebration. One counts most are all the days in between anniversaries, so congrats on 19 years! That's amazing. If you can make it that long without choking each other, I think it says a lot about the both of you!
I meant "what count most." Sheesh.
Wow!!! 19 years!! That's awesome!! Sometimes good old fashioned rest can be a great anniversary gift. Happy Anniversary!
hey, this is doc from the itunes podcast Heroes of Science Fiction and Fantasy, congrats on your 19th. I read also that you like books on the civil war and Fantasy. Have you read "Rally Cry" by William R. Forstchen? It is about a civil war regiment that finds themselves in a strange world-- fighting primitive 8 foot tall creatures that number close to 100,000. I can't remember how many books are in the series(i think it is 8). Google it and check it out. I found this blog from a google alert i have set up. 19 years...keep it going bro.
19 years congrats! And five miles is better than no miles, even if they were slow going.
Happy Anniversary and hope you have a nice weekend : )
Happy anniversary to you both :)
Wes, Happy Anniversary to you and Dee Dee! What an amazing accomplishment, especially in our society. You don't have to celebrate on it, just celebrate each other throughout the year.
Great job on all the workouts. I bet you were drained.
The comments you place on my blog and other blogs that I frequent are certainly encouraging and insightful...and in my case, very much appreciated!
Happy 19 years to you and Dee Dee, no matter how you choose to celebrate!
You and Dee Dee share the wedding anniversary with Husband & I (I learned that last year...it was #19 for us also)
May you have many more years together!!
Happy Anniversary to you and DeeDee! :)
Happy Anniversary! Being together after 19 years is what counts, not what you did or didn't do on anniversary night. Waking up to smile at each other, reliving all the quiet moments that make a marriage, remembering those young newlyweds, those sweet babies and all the days in between, that's what it's about Wes. And, you are right, honor and integrity and being one of the good guys is what won you the fair damsel that you've shared 19 years with. Well done!
Good luck on Sat. Congrats on the anniversary-I'm at 1.5 years and hope to make it that far.
Come by my blog if you can. I am doing something a little different since I am suffering from a minor injury at the moment.
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!!! Don't worry Wes, there is no time table on the lovin ;-) :P
Congrads! Happy Anniversary! Whoohoo!
Hey man if you can please send this link to as many of your readers as you can. You know, whoever you post on. I really want to get a lot of stories and sharing on this series of postings. Thanks for the help!!
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Happy Anniversary to you both! 19 years is no small feat.
Speaking of comments you were one of the first ones to start commenting on my blog. It meant a lot and still does! :-)
19 Years Wes...thats wonderful. Congrats to both of you!
"as I grew from a wayward chaotic teenager into a responsible member of society"
I'm so impressed. Probably because I've been doing a lot of self examination lately about why this took me so damn long or maybe it is the copious amounts of alcohol I've had this evening. :D At any rate, you should be very proud of your life, your priorities, and everything you have accomplished. And, 19 years is very very commendable. Congrats, Wes.
Happy Anniversary...hope ya'll have a great Easer/Anniversary weekend!
Now 19 years is something to tear the town up!!! I know the two of you will really enjoy yourself.
Happy Anniversary to the both of you.
A couple that "TRI'S " together stays together :-)
DH and I will have been married for 13 years this June... we've even completely forgotten some anniversaries until days later! :)
19 years of marriage is a wonderful accomplishment in this day and age and celebrating every day is way better than waiting for just one day....good for you Wes and Dee Dee.
Reflection is necessary, makes us realise how far we've come and what our contribution to society has been.
Nice post, thanks for sharing.
Happy Anniversary!! What a thoughtful post!
Happy belated anniversary!!!!! Nineteen years is a long time!
Here's to another happy, healthy 19 years!
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