26th Sept 2013
Staying motivated during the English winter always presents a significant challenge. Although the winter here is fairly mild compared to some countries, its nonetheless, long, dark, damp, wet and dreary.
However, I am not going to take on a negative approach this winter, I intend to get out there and feel the cold wind and embrace the darkness. This is where the real work begins..
A few years ago I rented a small pretty cottage with an open fire and beams throughout the house. The cottage had no heating and temperatures during one winter plummeted to minus ten. We had heavy snow so I kept the fire going all day and night, the house reminded me of a small galleon with its beams and old creaking doors.
My sons loved the house it was very basic but incredibly cosy and inviting ,it dated back to the 18th century. I mention this because it made me realise that living like this makes you feel so alive, and this is why I shall be out there, come wind, rain or shine...
On another note my eldest Son announced out of the blue that one day he is going to win Ironman Hawaii....You know I didn't have to say much, maybe being the proud bias father that I am..I believe him!
David Ed Smith
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