Friday 11 October 2013

Happy Thanksgiving!

Well I certainly have a lot to be thankful this past year.  Thanksgiving is a great time to reflect and express gratitutde to those in our lives. 

My family has been a HUGE support to me over the past year, although they do not always understand me they are passionate in their support.

The crew, many of whom I only met a few short months ago, has been so patient and dedicated to the swim.  I am truly in awe of their commitment to the cause.  It is their dedication that pushes me through the water. 

SEALS Swim to Survive fans and followers, you are so important and integral for the success of the message.  You are the doers who can implement best practices at your facilties; you can put preventative meaures in place at your homes; you can take your kids to learn to swim together; you can chose to stay safe in and around the water; you can spread the message and be influencial in others lives.  We can all be the face of change by taking the proper steps to educate ourselves and our loved ones.  Prevention = Life!

Future SEALS Swimmers, I had the wonderful opportunity of meeting some young swimmers this summer who have been following the progress of the swim! I am so thankful to have their support, and to be an inspiration to those who inspire me!  Our future lies in the youth of today.   I wish them all the best as they grow and become influencial people in our communities.  I love the saying "it takes a village to raise a child".  Let us all make wise choices for our children, and keep our communities safe!

Over the next year I will continue to post tips about water safety, training progress and lake crossing information so please check back in!
 
2014 Lake Huron crossing date to be announced!