Honest Sweat

Two thoughts on today's photo:

1. Today I got two PRs (personal records) in weight lifting, and then did a tough martial arts class. Nothing like moving your body to make your mind shut-up.
2. I have been thinking about goals and balance. That belt was my goal for last year (of course I had trained much longer than a year, but last year was more intense - I was 100% committed to passing the test). Most of my goals in 2008 were physical. Did some things suffer/stagnate? Yes. Was 2008 a success? Absolutely. I know what I need to do in 2009. And, again, balance may suffer. But next year, do I want to look at an "okay" year, with small, shotgun goals, or do I want to know that I conquered our biggest challenge? I think I know the answer.