New focus

In a couple days, six of my very good friends will be competing at Team Universe in Teaneck, NJ. I, however, will not be, and it pains me that I wasn't able to room with them and watch them compete as I had originally planned. This summer I had to make some tough decisions in order to allow me to continue to compete this season. Some major car repairs have dug into my competition funds, so I have had to put a halt on national shows, and travel plans in order to save money. If you are a competitor, you know that these shows simply aren't cheap, whether you are competing or simply spectating. So, I have decided to take some time, save money, and train like never before for the ONE national show I am able to do this year; North Americans, which is being held in Pittsburgh on August 31st. I have been able to maintain my diet, and have been training like a freak to get myself ready. I have competed a lot in the past two years in an effort to be seen by as many judges as possible. That path definitely helped me to be seen and remembered by judges...but now, the focus is quality instead of quantity. So far, I am liking how I feel, and I am glad that I am taking the needed time to prepare for a national show. I will come in the best I've ever been, and be free of stress. I haven't competed at North Americans in the past, therefore I am very excited to compete so close to home. I am now just under 8 weeks to the show, so stay tuned to my new journey! Good luck to my girls, Rebecca, Susan L., Susan R., Lori, Kyrstyn, and Justine this weekend!!! You are all going to do great, and I will be watching for updates...see you all soon!