Just completed the American Birkebeiner (Birkie). Most popular nordic (cross country ski) marathon that in normal years happens in the iconic northwoods of northern WI (Cable to Hayward). Well this year it happened for Send-IT!’s driver in Big Sky.
I have to say while I love the birkie (my big event of each year)…the crowds, the fans cheering, partying, banging on drums, trying to push jägermeister and brats on skiers trying not to puke up hills:)…
I loved my virtual birkie…absolutely zero other skiers (ok maybe a few, like 4), no clock, just complete quiet for almost 5 hours — just the banging of my heart pumping as I climbed thousands of feet at between 6500 and 9000 feet.
I had lots of time to think about a book I have been reading in Send-IT!. Dan Millman’s “The Way of the Peaceful Warrior” — upon a recommendation from no other than Kristian Bell. I think this Birkie was such a great manifestation of “Right HERE, Right NOW”. I am working to be more present to what I am doing…whether my AM routine in Send-IT! or how my hips are positioned while I climb a hill on my skis. My body felt great and was a very rewarding day even without an “official time.”
Amazing adventure Brian !
Thanks Carol..been really awesome. Look forward to seeing my family in two weeks in Crested Butte for spring break!
Love the virtual Birkie. Sendit!
Roger that brother!
You never cease to amaze me. Love you
Right back at you Dad! Have a great weekend.