Just got done with two days at Whistler (the site of the alpine events at the Olympics two years ago).

We had a meeting in Vancouver so I took a detour to experience Whistler. Wow. In short, I experienced deeper powder than I have ever seen, skied on steeper slopes than I have ever skied, and was on a mountain three times bigger than anything I have ever skied.

The point? New experiences. It was a challenge. Not only was it a new place to visit but the skiing challenged me in ways I have never been challenged. I am an OK skier. I can hold my own with most people on most terrain. I was with a few buddies from Canada who, of course, are really good…so holding my own was a bit tougher. But I did it! and I feel great about it.

When is the last time you stepped outside of your normal routine? When is the last time you really challenged yourself? IF you aint growin you are dyin….or something like that….

and..thanks to my wife for being so supportive…none of this happens without her support. The new book, the new driver, the new experience. Only because of her support. Thanks, Hon….

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