new challenge!

So I realize it has been a while since I have blogged but now that I am working full time, I have been on a "break". I think about running, but finding the time has been a HUGE challenge.
Speaking of challenge, about a month ago I officially signed up for my next challenge-a triathlon at the end of July. I have been wanting to try a tri, I like the cross training aspect and I was getting bored with the running long distances. This particular tri is 500 meter swim, 10 mile bike ride and 5k run. This winter, I have been getting comfortable in the pool swimming laps. That portion will be the most challenging for me. Especially swimming in a LAKE. I haven't done that since I was a kid. Hopefully, my friend Mindy will help me with "brick" sessions and training in the lake when the weather is warmer. Until then, the pool once a week as I can manage. Now that it is spring-like weather I am back to running outside. Sunday, I ran my 5k loop then came home to pick my daughter up for another mile. It is so fun to run with her and I am so excited that she wants to run with me. We even ran holding hands, how cute is that??? We are going to sign up for a run together for Mother's day. It is the same run I did last year as my first 5k. I hope my time increases from last year.
It was almost a year ago that my bestie girl friends convinced me to train for a half marathon in memory of Jill. At that time, I hadn't run more that a 5k in my life. I found that if I set my mind to it, I can do it.
That same attitude needs to carry through this next challenge...
One other thing, my hubby and I watched the Secret the other night and renewed my belief in the Law of Attraction. I am putting together a vision board and my tri will be one of the focal points. I'll keep you posted!