Quotes...

(Picture Via uvic.com)

"I've missed more than 9,000 shots in my career, I've lost almost 300 games. Twenty six times I've been trusted to take the game winning shot and missed. I've failed over and over and over in my life. And that's why I succeed!" - Michael Jordan

FOTO LOVE

And a good day to you. My name is David currently I am an amateur photographer with professional writing/photoging aspirations. Taking pictures is something that I love and would like to think is something that I can share with the world. Hopefully through my lens I can capture moments that will create lifelong memories. There is so much beauty in the world that deserves attention. Whether it be two children playing together or the exultation on the face of someone playing sports, there is beauty in every moment. It is my job and duty to capture such moments.

Fortunately I have a great set of friends who aren't ever shy of the lens.

Thanks to the girls for all the great shots!!

My Competition...

At the current moment I love two things,

A) To take pictures and B) To compete in sports.

At the current time I'm still unable to compete, albeit; I dream about it day and night. To dawn the colors representing my country is the ultimate honor an athlete can achieve, besides standing on the podium with a medal in hand. Nothing I have done to date compares to the thrill and anticipation of a race or a game. Facing off against another fierce competitor, it all comes down to who is better prepared for battle. Unfortunately I have a ways to go yet before I am recovered and can begin my full-time training. I live in a city that revolves around sport. My heart and my desires lie in my ability to perform.

Today, tomorrow, and everyday forthwith I will be competing with myself to learn self-control. When I should lay down the racquet, take of the skates, pass on a beer...

The day I master my self control is the day I become unstoppable. That is the same day I don't let my meager social life impede the reason I'm here on earth. The hardest thing in life is separating the things we think matter, and choosing to stay focused on our goals. Countless times I find myself getting lost in my own sorrow and feeling sorry for myself.

My Best Friend...Gone...

The greatest man I have ever had the pleasure of meeting has chosen to move back home. Normally this would be a small thing, I could either hop on a train or a plane and see him in a matter of hours. NO, he lives thousands of miles away, where the chocolate is pure and the watches are gold.

All day I had a sinking feeling in my stomach. Having spent two previous nights with him, we had many deep conversations about life an where we are supposed to be. Having been traveling to Canada for 7 years and living here full time he has built something of a life with his company, he now feels its time to move on and find his calling.

I've never met someone who will sit and listen to my woes just for the sake of listening and letting me vent. He is incredibly honest, sensitive, and a truly remarkable character. My man now lives 7,439km away. That is a long way, my heart drops every time I think of the space between us. I know that our friendship is strong enough that this bond will not weaken.

I plan on knowing him for the rest of my life.

Next year we will travel into the mists of Avalon riding Majestic steeds side by side.

Did we just become best friends?, YUP, Do you wanna go practice karate in the garage?, YUP!

I love you JO

Stolen

This morning I was inspired by a fellow blogger extraordinaire. Some days I wake up feeing terribly lonely. Excluding the best friends in the world, and a supremely supportive family. Something is still missing in my life.

My new surroundings have been hospitable at times, yet extremely hostile at othe; however, my place in life is exactly how it should be, neither in the past nor the future. Wherever I am, is the place that I am meant to be. Everything happens for a reason, figuring out that purpose is the wonderful part about being alive.

Ask yourself a couple of questions.

1. What is you purpose today.

2. Who are your confidants

3. What will I be thankful for today.

Lastly....I need to go for some photo excursions because I'm so low on usable photos that I'm going to steal from Restart My Heart

My Dirty Pleasure...

When most people think of dirty pleasures, sweets, booze, cigarettes, any number of things come to mind. My dirty pleasure is the climbing wall. Knowing full well that I have at least 3 more months of rehab before I may make a full return to sports, I still went for another workout this morning.

I fear that if this becomes an epidemic I will set back recovery even further. Self-control is a virtue I must learn.

The all to familiar feeling of chalk clogging my pores and the snug fitting shoes, I ambled around a few bouldering problems this morning. After half an hour climbing, and a little exploring I stepped further into the gym and did a couple of plyos, reminding me of how much I miss training with Pep.

I have a thing for sounds, the sound of snow crunching under my skis, ice cutting under my blades, the clanking of carabiners, the endless hum of tires meeting concrete under my bike. These are a few of the things I miss the most. I welcome christmas with open arms, that Is the day I return to "REAL sports".

Affirmation

A fear was conquered today, if only for the shortest of times. This morning I woke up went for a warmup bike ride and ironed my clothes and set out to the golf course. Having been slimed by the school golf coach who was resisting giving my a fair tryout on his team. I showed up uninvited to his home club, and marketed myself like a true salesman.

Long story short, he saw genius in my madness. Giving me a chance this morning to try out for his team. With my knees shaking, terrified, demons creeping just below my composed exterior I foraged onward. Having not competed in a couple of years my game definitely needs work; however, I performed well enough to warrant a second tryout and a title bout with his top performing aces next week.

Any win at this point is a good win. Joey this ones for you!

AHHH I'M RUNNING OUT OF PICTURES!!!! ARRRRRG!!!!!