After being selected for 2013 World Championships, I decided to blog again. More for myself than anything else. It's just nice to have a place to save the memories. I also decided to keep the same blog that I used for London rather than making a whole new one because London is where it all started. (For me at least.)
Technically, my first international competition was the 2011 World Championships in Shanghai. I was beyond excited, but I don't think I was old enough to grasp the whole scope of what was going on. Granted, London was only a year later and Barcelona two, but I've found that international competitions are something that take a little getting used to. In London, I started to realize why I do what I do day in and day out. But I have to admit that I am still learning. Every day I am learning and every day I make improvements. (Or so I hope.)
Anyway, London was one of the most amazing experiences of my life and I will never forget it, but I've learned to always look forward. Never look back unless to reflect.
BARCELONA HERE I COME... although a little later than expected
So the trip didn't exactly start off as planned. Due to 'technical difficulties', I missed my flight to Paris where I was to meet with the rest of my team and connect for Barcelona. Luckily, we were able to get on the same flight the next day. So today is the day of departure.
People always ask the same question: "Are you excited?!" Well of course I'm excited, but not in the 'giddy because your crush smiled at you' kind of way. It's a mixture of emotions, but in all honesty it hasn't really hit me yet. I have been up and down and all over the place these last 6 months so it pretty much just feels like another plane ride. I think it will really hit me when I get there.
Well I just wanted to make a post before I left, but I'd better kick my butt into gear if I don't want to miss another flight.
Until Barcelona..
