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Off topic: Work is great, it's just other things that suck

It's been a tough year outside of work this.  3 people close to me have passed away...     Tommy's dad,  my nan, and tommy's uncle..   Monday was the day of funeral for uncle porf.....                 That's it.  Bad things come in 3's....     I actually can't wait for 2007 to come around.

Ever since I was young, I kept a journal (or diary).... and this year I stopped writing in it.  I also have stopped running.  Next year (in 4 weeks or less!) I will start both again... I love to run, and I like to write.  

How do you all balance work and life?   I wonder folks who have kids how you do it!  I have two cats, and can barely keep up....   

Have a great night.  Onwards to 2007!   The countdown has begun.

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Anonymous said…
Bad years suck.  In 1996 my mom died suddenly in her sleep.  Then Jocie's Uncle and Gradmother all within weeks of each other.  I couldn't wait till that year ended.   It does end.  When I decided not to be big anymore I just decided.  That meant working out, changing diets and very stubborn habits.  I just plain decided.  No one can keep me from the goal of a smaller, more fit, Kirk.  

I hate to say it is that easy.  Just decide what you want and draw the line in the sand.  It has been 3 years and I am 55 pounds lighter and never to return.

Good luck in 2007!  

Kirk
December 13, 2006 at 8:02 AM
Anonymous said…
Hey there Will -- I hope 2007 brings you and your loved ones (and your cats too :P )  only the BEST in life :)

P.S.  - You may have stopped writing in your personal journal, but I have to say... this one has been awesome!  Thank you very much for all the interesting tid bits and thoughts.

And dangit -- I need to start running again too!!!  :)
December 13, 2006 at 8:18 AM
Anonymous said…
Oh and I HAVE to say one more thing... to all my coworkers who are parents:  You are amazing amazing amazing!!  I'm with Will on that: I just don't get how you do it!  Best wishes for you and your kiddies in 2007 !!  :D
December 13, 2006 at 8:31 AM
Anonymous said…
How could I pass up a chance to encourage you to run? Running gives me balance and actually more energy to do other things in life. Will, just get out there and run a marathon and everything will be better. ;) Or, at least it will give you a few hours to reflect on life. I wish you the best in 2007.
December 13, 2006 at 8:44 AM
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