Conclusion of Trip 1

The SOF regatta didn't end so well for me. I had the worst luck that I have experienced this year. If I went right, the wind went left or if I started at the pin then the boat was favorite. It was just one of those events. Luther and I both feel that we learned a lot and have seen improvement in my sailing even though the result might not of shown it. Guess you can't do good in them all!

It's all about bouncing back now, but during the event it was a true test of character for me. It was definitely tough and very frustrating at times, but I kept pushing through. No matter what place I was, I never gave up. I will be honest and say that it sure is hard to keep going everyday when everything seems to keep going against you, but it's the only way to learn and get stronger both mentally and physically.

Luther was a great help for me there. After a tough day he would help me de-rig so I could change. It was very nice of him and it was a small gesture that showed how strong our team was. It helped re-amp me to go out fighting again. 

The first 4 months of this season have been great. I have managed out of the five events results of a 1, 1, 1, 4, 13. The results are good, but the amount of things I have learned are the best part about it. 

For the next two weeks I am going to kill myself in the gym. I want to really push myself mentally through lots of pain. Trials is coming up and I want to be ready. I know the last event was tough, but I have complete confidence/trust in myself, training, and coach that all is going to be just fine.

Take a look a video that was posted of me:
http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=2026826713660