Friday, April 15, 2011

Half Full….

Well well, I guess the time has come to do some explaining. It’s Friday, so I might as well get real, right?

You see, since I’ve been posting more “mushy” posts, I’ve received a lot questions on how I remain so positive. The answer? I don’t have one. I think that life happens and we either choose to look at it with the glass half empty or half full. And to be honest, the glass half empty is LITERALLY draining.

When the hubs and I got married, we made a promise. A promise to pursue a FULL TIME career in triathlon not look back. We’d give it 5 years and then re-evaluate. The hubs has been pro since 2006, but full time pro since 2008. We are on year 3 of our 5 year plan, and you know what? We’re still not looking back. Remaining positive is the only thing moving us forward.
  • YEAR 2008: Hubs drops everything to become full time pro triathlete. First year of marriage, financial worries, the hubs extremely fatigued.
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  • YEAR 2009: Building a better relationship with sponsors, new coach and proper fueling and training (no more fatigue), but the wifey (me) suffers from health issues and lots of doctor visits (you can read about it here). STRESS CITY for the poor hubs!
  • YEAR 2010: Breakout season! Hubs placed top 5 in most of his races and took 1st place at the Steelhead 70.3 Half Ironman. Wifey’s health is getting better (thanks to a GF diet), but hub's season ends with knee problems and he’s forced to sit out of World Champs.
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  • YEAR 2011: We’re all healed. No injuries or health issues. More motivated to work hard and train smart. Small Business (Healthy Bites) still going well. So blessed with tons of support from friends and family. The season will definitely be rocky at first, but good things come to those who wait, right?
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So you may be thinking, “um, where’s the positivity?”

Well, its all about the outlook. Looking at the present day and embracing what you have. Right now we have HEALTH, and we have LOVE and SUPPORT! To me, that’s a glass half full.
 By 2012, that glass will be overflowing!

Take a look around you, is your glass half full? Make it overflow this year!

Cheers!
LC

p.s
GOOD LUCK to all those BOSTON MARATHONERS! Rest up for Monday.

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140 comments:

Sarena (The Non-Dairy Queen) said...

I wish we lived closer. I'm pretty sure you exude happiness and I need that right now. I would love to be able to have a cup of coffee and chat for hours. One day Lindsay! I love your outlook. You are so right about looking forward. I think the looking back is what keeps Tony and I from not moving forward sometimes. We haven't had it the easiest, but I know it's not all about that. Unfortunately or fortunately, we have to make decisions now to say screw it, we are taking control and making it good no matter what or stay in the status quo for fear of the unknown. We are within a few days of making the decision to close our eyes and leap. I know either way, we will make it a positive choice. Cheers to you and your man for an overflowing glass in 2012!

Emma (Sweet Tooth Runner) said...

I have ALWAYS loved and admired your positivity!! So glad you guys are totally healed and better and I can't WAIT to see what amazing things this year and next will have in store for you!! :)

Cait said...

aww great post girl! you both are SO cute and i love all the pictures of you two! have a wonderful friday! xo

lindsay cotter said...

I would adore every moment with you if we sat down for coffee! I wish we did
live closer. I am with you, its time to say screw it and just leap. Praying that
you find peace in that decision Sarena.
Cheers!
 
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Erin Stratton said...

I love positive people. I find that if you surround yourself with positive and keep out the noise of the negative that you will find yourself in a more positive headspace most of the time. I struggle with this balance because I do have some family members who view the world in a negative light but honestly I don't let it completely in. I think that if I can be positive and if I put a positive spin on my words and actions that it sort of shocks them into being more positive :) I do listen a lot but I have gotten good at telling if people really want to hear advice or if they are just venting. I can appreciate a good vent session lol!

Also, the blogging community (so far) is extremely positive so I have enjoyed getting to know bloggy friends and having things to share~

oatsandspice said...

That is so awesome that you guys are able to be each other support systems - if it weren't for you, I bet your husband wouldn't be where he is today. You guys are amazing!

Teamarcia said...

Well said! it IS all how we choose to look at the challenges--obstacles or opportunities?
You've inspired me to drink more kombucha after reading about what you went through. It makes me feel GREAT! Now I know why! Thanks!
Here's my blog:
www.teamarcia-runningmouth.blogspot.com

Melinda Melancon said...

Powerful people look around them in any given situation and find the positive side. There is ALWAYS a positive side and the challenges create growth, often times disguised as the biggest obstacles to overcome. The path is always laid for us to become the magnificent potential GOD created. I think you have a wonderful awareness of that and all the reason in the world to feel like the blessed and beautiful person you are!

I love your voice in this blog. I love to read a variety of blogs for all sorts of reasons but your posts are filled with the sensitive and vulnerable voice of someone who speaks from their heart fearlessly. Keep going sister. :)

Lisakthrives said...

Great post, Lindsay---I think you're right, sometimes you just choose to be positive and instead of questioning it you just have faith and stay the course!

You and hubs are great inspiration that it can work to follow your dreams!

Vanessa Hills said...

I admire your positive outlook! I have a tendency to dwell on the negative in my life and reading your posts inspires me to focus instead on all the wonderful people and events in my life. Thank you!
:)

Gen said...

Awesome post! I love your positivity!!! :D

Lynn Ong said...

I am looking forward to the results of the Boston Marathon! Gahh I would love to run it one day haha

Loved this post by the way. I am definitely working on trying to maintain my positivity. Keep up the great blog :)

Kelly said...

Your positivity is contagious! :) Love your attitude!

Anonymous said...

I just started following your blog. I'm really loving the gluten-free recipes (I'm allergic as well), and I know how trying it can be when you don't know what's wrong with you and are having to deal with all of those invasive tests to figure it out! My doctors actually couldn't figure it out, so they suggested I try a gluten-free diet and just see if that did the trick, and it has!

I admire you for your positive attitude throughout the whole ordeal, and I wish both you and your husband luck! :)

Trisha said...

That's what life is all about! There are always hard times...but knowing things get better is what keeps us going. And having a GREAT support system. I love your posts :)
http://trainingtidbits.blogspot.com

lauren@spiced plate said...

How awesome to be on the road to your goals! I'm proud of you both!

Heather (Where's the Beach) said...

I do agree - it's how you react to situations, to the hard times, the trials in life. You can wallow in it or you can try to look ahead. Life is never perfect. Sometimes I think it's hard to remember that reading blogs too. You see mostly good things and not some of the past that might have been tough. But those tough times got them (like you) to where they are now.

shannon said...

such a great post, i really admire you two!!

Kim K said...

love the power of positive thinking! will be trying to think positive thoughts ALL weekend long :)

Shannon said...

Girl, you are awesome. I always look forward to your posts, knowing that there'll be something to brighten my day and give me new perspective.

By the way, yeah, I actually get satisfaction out of popping blisters... although that one was really pretty unimpressive.

Sarah @ The Smart Kitchen said...

I get asked how I stay so positive a lot as well. I agree with all you say. :) For me, I just have faith that everything that happens (or doesn't happen) is just going to lead to the thing that is SUPPOSED to be.

Beth curtis said...

You are so right about t being about perspective, I hope your year is full of wonderful surprises =)

http://tri-girl30.blogspot.com/

Samanthaswalton said...

what a journey for you both!! i love that you are chasing your dreams and sharing your life with others. love your positivity - have a beautiful weekend :)

michelle @ the cooking life said...

Great outlook. Me? I have to say my glass is full, because I have all that I need. Yes, there are wants but God has helped me with my perspective. I look all around me and I feel so full b/c I've got a wonderful husband who puts Christ first, I've got a job that I love (though it's not a "career"), I've got my health, I have a great family and wonderful friends, a church that we're growing at and so much more. Though our combined income is small (ha, that's what we get for BOTH working at a state university), we're rich. Happy Friday to you and your husband!

Michelle - http://thecookinglife.wordpress.com

Bonnie Lang said...

What a great post. :) You may see the glass as half full and that's where your enthusiasm comes from, but I also see so much of the joy of the Lord in you, and that joy is not only life-giving even in hard times but is contagious. Thanks for being a light and spreading it around! We have had some set backs this year (in the last 2 weeks, actually!) and I do believe that it really is a choice to view hardships in a positive light. Not that we should fake it (disappointment is real and I think should be felt and experienced), but we can choose to trust God and ride out the storm or worry about things we can't change. In light of some major life changes in our lives, we are trying to ride out the storm knowing He's in control...not easy, but much better than worrying. ;) So, bring on the adventures this year! Thanks for this thoughtful post, and keep on being "mushy" - or, as I prefer to say, "awesome." :D

Christine said...

My glass is definitely half full. (Heck, it's more like 9/10 full most of the time). I have no major worries. We can pay the bills. My husband loves me. I love him. Our kids are healthy and happy. Are things perfect? Heck no! But I can't help but focus on the things that are awesome in my life and let the rest sort of work itself out.

mamarunsbarefoot said...

Look how beautiful you both are!!!! Some days my glass is full somedays empty. Each day is new and I'm trying to learn to keep it full

Jess said...

Aww! I loved reading this post - seeing how far you two have come together and what you've overcome, it's no wonder you have such a rock solid relationship. It's awesome to see. I LOVE how things are looking up for you two, and I will always love your positive outlook. It makes me a better person just reading your blog. xo :)

Meghan Smith said...

Your mantra is so inspiring. I love that you look at a glass half full as being easier to fill! I sometimes forget how lucky I am to live the life I do. Thanks for helping me remember that the glass is NOT half empty.

Congrats to your hubs and to you on all your totally amazing achievements, being a pro-triathlete and pro triathlete's wife can not be an easy task and you guys make it look like breeze!!! You're so awesome :-)

Meg@ http://thecollegiatecook.blogspot.com

Angie said...

That is such a cool story Lindsay! You are so positive and encouraging! I always love reading your "mushy" posts, lol! You write them so well!

Mariahs@ applesnoats said...

this is such an inspirng way to begin a Friday!!!!thank for being so positive:)

jobo said...

Wow,love reading your story (since I just came into reading a few months ago!), and you two have seemed to have come such a long way together, and steadily, securely and positively! I love that. I love the positivity and it's the way I aim to live too. Why be negative, ya know? Doesn't solve anything. Cheers to a glorious 2011 and 2012! :)

natalie @ micki runs said...

Absolutely love it. I can always count on you to have such a refreshing and uplifting post, at just the right time!! Have an amazing weekend. :)

Katy said...

Awww. What a sweet post! Your wedding photo is BEAUTIFUL.

Heather @ Dietitian on the Run said...

Unrelated, but I LOVE that wedding picture of you two!! SO beautiful!

My glass is definitely half-full. A lot of unexpected (good and bad) things have been thrown at me over the past year, and there's no way to get through either without looking at the silver lining and seeing the positive :)

Happy weekend!!

Matt said...

Good luck this year!

christinaorso said...

your wedding photos make me so happy. you guys look absolutely gorgeous!! :) there's another reason that your glass is half full. mine is definitely half full! :)

hungryrunnergirl said...

GIRL.....I NEEDED THIS POST!!! You and James are such a good example to me and I LOVE that you don't look back, I am going to try that out!! I can't believe he had to drop out of the world championship....that must have been so hard and all of your health issues, you are such a bright example to the world. YOU ARE SO GORGEOUS in your wedding pics....still waiting for a wedding post:) Hungryrunnergirl.com:) LOVE YOU!

Julia said...

Really LOVE this post. I am a new follower (as of last night actually :) !!) So I was excited to wake up and read this post. I like to think that my cup is half full but I have been battling an ongoing injury lately that keeps frustrating me and turning me toward a direction of negativity in that I forget there will be "other" times. This was a great reminder that even through injuries and other setbacks or bumps in the road...positivity will get you a long way and there will be a time in the future where you are able to meet your goals and come back stronger than ever. Thanks for sharing your all's story!! GORGEOUS wedding photo :)
http://painprideperseverance.blogspot.com/

marathonmaiden said...

awwwwwwwwwwww. i love this and i love you! i want my glass to be overflowing right now. i can feel it filling up but drama keeps draining it slowly. luckily more filling is happening.

Brittany said...

You are beautiful, my friend! And ya'll are so cute together! And life is better lived half-full :)

LessBrittMoreLife.com

Kristina @ spabettie said...

this is SO true, a positive outlook and GOOD attitude, coming from a place of YES, most definitely have impact on what you pursue. my beloved Uncle Dudley was diagnosed with cancer (years ago...) and his reaction and "reply" was that he was Going To Beat This... and I truly believe he had more time because of it.

I admire (and am always inspired by) you both - this is TRULY going for your dreams and the celebrations are even SWEETER when there is struggle and sweat. It's a very short time in the big scheme of things, and you are both stellar and amazing in your successes. biggest success - LOVE !! <3

Sable@SquatLikeALady said...

I love this! Life is what you make it.

You are totally inspirational :) I love how you (both!!) chase your dreams with a no-holding-back attitude!

Heather said...

I AGREE!!! It is all what you make of it.
I love your positive attitude, and how completely you embrace your life. And that wedding picture is BEAUTIFUL.

lindsay cotter said...

Its not easy, but I think having each other to encourage is HUGE! ya know? Happy
Friday dear friend.
 
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lindsay cotter said...

you are too kind Lisa. Thank you for always encouraging me! You've really been a
HUGE support and I've learned a lot about perspective from you.
Cheers!
 
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lindsay cotter said...

Wow, thank you Mel. To be honest, I wasn't sure if I should post this. But God
laid it on my heart. Thank you for hearing my voice today and leaving such great
insight!
 
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lindsay cotter said...

same to you friend! Lots of good things to come.
:)
 
Lindsay
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lindsay cotter said...

oh good luck!!!! I'll be saying a little prayer for ya kim! I know you can do
this! by the way, any luck with the stir fry?
 
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lindsay cotter said...

amen to that sarah! Well said. Love that we think alike. 
 
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lindsay cotter said...

Thank you trisha! I love reading your posts for the reason, the outlook! Its all
about being thankful for what you have! happy friday friend.
 
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lindsay cotter said...

Ashley, wow! Your story sounds like mine! All these tests and no idea what is
wrong. Thank goodness for GF diet. I appreciate your words of encouragement and
look forward to learning more about you! do you have a blog?
 
Lindsay Cotter
Nutrition Manager & Fitness Consultant
lyndzut@sbcglobal.net   
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lindsay cotter said...

yes yes! I think we often view other blogs are having a "chipper" outlook 24/7
and a great life. Life is full of ups and downs, but like you said..... all
about how you react. Happy Pizza Friday???
 
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lindsay cotter said...

oh awesome!! Lets cheers to a sip of kombucha then! *click*
 
Lindsay



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lindsay cotter said...

oh he's definitely my inspiration. His humility makes me want to be a better
person for that! 
 
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lindsay cotter said...

LOL! I can appreciate a good vent lesson too! You are so wise and I am so glad
you shared this. Keep up that positive charm Erin.
 
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lindsay cotter said...

sable, seriously thank you for encouraging me. Your mushy mondays have made me
search more of my heart! Cheers to that!
 
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lindsay cotter said...

oh its not a breeze, but we're trying. thank you for such uplifting words. I
need to come buy you a kombucha (one with less strings, haha)!
Cheers!
 
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lindsay cotter said...

And I love that I found yours. After reading your throwback last night, I felt
like we had the same brain wave going on. Love it!
 
Lindsay
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lindsay cotter said...

this is so BEAUTIFUL to hear michelle. thank you for sharing and encouraging me
today. God really like to show us that perspective, right?
;)
 
Lindsay Cotter
Nutrition Manager & Fitness Consultant
lyndzut@sbcglobal.net   
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lindsay cotter said...

emma, you are always my source of inspiration. I am thankful that God gave you
such an amazing heart! 
 
Lindsay
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lindsay cotter said...

Your family (and you) just sound amazing. Their outlook on life is beautiful!
Now I know where you get it. Thank you Kristina, your are a rock in my life!
 
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lindsay cotter said...

oh britt, thank you! I hope you are doing well. How's the move?
 
Lindsay Cotter
Nutrition Manager & Fitness Consultant
lyndzut@sbcglobal.net   
www.cottercrunch.com




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lindsay cotter said...

it will get better! Life can drain it, but that only makes us more aware, right?
Happy Friday friend!
 
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lindsay cotter said...

Julia,
I love that you can relate to this! God has perfect timing, right? Setbacks are
just that, setbacks. But they will never get us to give up! Stay focused friend.
Hope that you heal soon!
Cheers!
 
Lindsay Cotter
Nutrition Manager & Fitness Consultant
lyndzut@sbcglobal.net   
www.cottercrunch.com




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lindsay cotter said...

oh christina, I love your posts!! You totally have that outlook and I admire
that. Thank you for always SMILING!
 
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lindsay cotter said...

girl I feel the same way about your blog, you make me look at life in a whole
new way. Oh and I am jealous of that thursday running bud. I miss you!
oh and I think you are free to workout today if youre feeling good, thats my
motto. Listen to your body, right?
 
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lindsay cotter said...

oh thats so good to hear Christine! I love reading about your life and all its
blessings!
 
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lindsay cotter said...

Bonnie, I think God gave you to me as a gift! You are such a light in my world
and put things in HIS perspective for me. I am praying that those minor set
backs. They will make you stronger, with God's strength!
 
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lindsay cotter said...

i know you have been through a lot lately, but you have remained positive. I
truly believe that has healing affects. 
 
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lindsay cotter said...

Janae,
I hope you can use this time to heal (body and mind). I know these set backs are
frustrating but you have been such a source of inspiration to others and I know
that your positivity will only make your cup overflow like CRAZY!! have a great
weekend away with your sis. Wish I could join you!
and I'll work on that wedding post, hehe.
 
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klh said...

Y'all are so cute! I LOVE the plan and so happy to hear that y'all continued through when hit w/ some woes at the beginning!! I try to live by the motto You can't look/go back so you just gotta push forward and make changes when necessary! I definitely struggle w/ it but... I just think if you follow your heart and do what you really want, you can't go wrong! Have a great weekend Lindsay!
Katie : )

Missy said...

Thanks for keeping it real....It is so common for blog readers to assume that a bloggers life is all raindrops and roses and whiskers on kittens .... I literally almost fell out of my chair the other day when one blog I have read for a while and marveled at how freaking cute and perfect this woman and her husband is and then BAM.....she posts about preparing dinner in an evening gown and apron....I was like REALLY??
I still read the blog and I still bl:ove the girl to pieces by the way.
You always keep it real on your blog, though and the real you shines through.

Stephanie@MyThornsHaveRoses said...

I love this Lindsay. Cheers to you and your glass always filling rather than depleting. May your glass be full of water, Kombucha and sake galore. Thank you again for the continuous inspiration. From YOU and your HUBS both. :) xoxo

www.mythornshaveroses.com

Amber Shea @Almost Vegan said...

I admit I tend to be a glass half empty type of person =/ I could take a lesson from you two! :P
I'd love it if you added Almost Vegan to your blogroll! www.almostveganchef.com . You're on mine :D

lindsay cotter said...

thats kinda funny! Oh missy, I am glad you like my realness, cuz I like yours!
 
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Jennifer Laughlin said...

You've been such a giant force of positivity in my life since we "met" girl =) I can't say thank you enough! <3 and 2012 will totally be OVERFLOWING - I know it! I'm glad things have been getting better and better b/c you two deserve every bit of it =)

love ya Lindsay!

xoXOxo
Jenn @ Peas & Crayons

Haley said...

Such a sweet post. Love it!
Half full here --- same way I like my wine glass ;)

Michelle said...

The most important thing that you and your hubs have done is put each other first. Money means nothing. So happy that you can see the future as postive, because negative situations do not make a negative life. Rock on Lindsay- and cheers with our 1/2 full glasses of life!!

Leslie@Mommysgoingforarun said...

Does commenting on Twitter count? ;)

lindsay cotter said...

oh thank you michelle! your words of wisdom are so much appreciated!
 
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lindsay cotter said...

well one day I hope we really do "meet." And you can bring your cute farret!
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lindsay cotter said...

haha, yes! Full of kombucha would be awesome! thank you steph for such
encouraging words. Have a great weekend with your precious kids!
 
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lindsay cotter said...

oh thank you michelle! your words of wisdom are so much appreciated!

Holly said...

For sure looking at the glass half FULL! You two are such an inspiring couple. I LOVE how you both work together for each of your dreams. It's awesome!
I think there are so many people that just kind of 'pretend' to be supportive of each other, when in reality, they just want what best for THEM. But you two are the opposite & the ideal couple :) I love it!
Happy Friday Linds :) & I hope you found my email- if not I'll resend it to you :)

Jennifer Packer said...

I LOVE your explanation of the last couple of years. It's going to be great when you are able to say that you overcame so many challenges and conquered. I can hear it in your writing how positive and full of faith you are. Good for you! It's so much about attitude! You're a great example to me!

Dorry said...

I love you , friend! You are an incredible gift to everyone who knows you. It's amazing to know that we are both praying for each other. Always!

Blonde Ponytail said...

You continue to inspire me. Your husband is

lindsay cotter said...

And I am thank for you! My prayer warrior! Hope you can relax tonight.

(what runs) Lori said...

Ahhhh!!! I WILL make my glass overflow this year! You are amazing. I love each and every mushy post you write!

Have a truly wonderful weekend my friend! Tell that Hubs of yours he's a very lucky man.

Dairyfreebetty said...

Lindsey, you rock lady!! Yay for both of you!! Great job, you are so supportive and wonderful!!

Thank you for the reminder too, I need to start looking at things this way. :)

Allie said...

Wow, awesome post :) You are so inspiring, both you AND your husband!
You guys are living the dream, 100% positive!
Have a GREAT weekend!!!

S @ extremebalance.net/blog said...

I've been having a week of one tragedy to the next, so it's *really* nice to read about staying upbeat in spite of it all... I must confess, though, I DID think that when you said you were going to explain being mushy that it was going to involve a baby announcement. :) After all, in 2011, baby is the new black!

Have a great weekend!

lindsay cotter said...

oh feel the same way towards you friend. thank you for such amazing support!
Enjoy Arizona!

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lindsay cotter said...

uh baby? No way, not yet. We'd be moving in with you if that was the case. haha!
hope your weekend is better than your week friend. Sorry about your tragedy.
Here if you need to vent!

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lindsay cotter said...

oh well I love your passion and I can see all that overflowing goodness! Lori,
you are one of kind my dear friend. Cheers!

Lindsay

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lindsay cotter said...

oh allie, you are such a great support to us! I hope you get to become
professional yourself and follow your dreams!

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Audrey said...

so fun to read your story! I need the reminder to stay positive too! My blogs are www.theaudreyrossway.blogspot.com & www.audreyross.blogspot.com

Lauren said...

Your positivity is awesome! I am a huge believer that positive thoughts really can lead to great outcomes. Just wondering, I heard the National Triathlon Championships are in Vermont this August, are you guys coming to that tri?

Colleen Kingery said...

My husband and I did a 5 year plan with our company. A week before we were married, I quit a job I hated (but it paid well) at a bank. We said, let's give a new company, a new marriage, and a new working partnership time to grow and we'll re-evaluate in 5 years. They weren't easy years, but we're going on year 6 and it's been an amazing journey! I love hearing about yours!

Chuck said...

I definitely need to reevaluate my cup and start filling it up again! It's been a really really hard week. I just look at the half drunk :)

Megan @munchercruncher said...

Oh Linds! You just make me so happy. I feel like everything your write really is written with a "glass half full mentality" and I love that. We have enough debbie downers in this world. Let's get more of YOU out there. It is so awesome, and I can just tell it seeps into everything you do. Give your husband a lot of good luck wishes from me. I think that 2011/2012 and on, are going to rock for him. :)
Have an AMAZING weekend. You deserve it.
xoxoxo
megs

p.s. YES come move to UT and hang out with Janae and I. We would have an amazing time, no doubt.
p.p.s munchercruncher.blogspot.com :)

gliding calm said...

BEAUTIFUL post! Amen!! I try to think of all the things I am grateful for and that really helps!! So cute to read your yearly recaps!!

lindsay cotter said...

megan, you are such a glass half full person and I bet your clients just adore
you for that. Its a hard job to keep them motivated and staying positive, am I
right? Your smile does wonders though! Hope you get some rest this weekend. I'll
be planning my UTAH trip. hehe!

Lindsay

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lindsay cotter said...

use this weekend to recharge and refill! You are strong, happy training!

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lindsay cotter said...

colleen, this is freaking awesome! I love hearing about your journey, its
definitely an inspiration to us! Cheers.

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Maryea {Happy Healthy Mama} said...

I have recently discovered your blog and love your outlook. I'm with you...glass half full!! The other way is truly exhausting.

http://happyhealthymama.com :-) I need to update my blogroll, too, and will add your site!

lindsay cotter said...

yes, a daily reminder of what we are thankful sure puts things in a new light.
Right?

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lindsay cotter said...

oh that would have been fun to go to! I would have loved to go to Vermont. Maybe
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Bre said...

your wedding pics are so beautiful! I'm loving the 5 year plan, life is about the journey and enjoying every minute of it. Everything that you want will happen, and all the good things wouldn't be nearly as sweet if there wasn't the difficulty and struggle.

livi said...

You two are the cutest freakin' things ever!! I LOVE your wedding picture; two gorgeous people and both ones that I huggggely admire! no joke:) I love your positive outlook on life, I totally feel the same way! Lifes too short to see the glass half empty; might as well live it up while we can!

Erin @ Until You Tri said...

Aw, I think it's so great that you guys made the decision to take a chance and just go with it, and try and remain positive along the way! That's the only way to live your life, I think! You would never want to have missed out on an opportunity like that and be wondering "what if" years down the road. We made a similar decision when my husband really wanted to make a career change to do financial planning (which is a 100% commission job!). I told him we're young, we don't have a family to worry about supporting yet, go for it!:).
Also, I was surprised to see a Gluten Free booth at the Washington National's stadium when we saw a baseball game on Thursday and thought of you and my other GF blogger friends:). (Picture in the last blog post: http://untilyoutri.wordpress.com/2011/04/15/relax-recover-and-celebrate/ :)

Jamie said...

Hi Lindsay! I love your posts like this, they are always so heartfelt and make me look at my life in the same way. I'm glad to see you and your husband are doing well!

Monique said...

This is an awesome post :) You guys are lucky to have each other... THERE'S your positivity :)

Stephanie said...

I hope that 2011 ends up being the best year of your lives!

My glass is always half-full. And every time I smile at someone and they smile back, it's like a few more drops fall into the glass. (How's THAT for mushy! Haha!)

lindsay cotter said...

oh I love that steph! and its so true. Your blog is a blessing to read in my
day.
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AdrienneHJensen said...

Nice post! Sounds like you two are a match! There is no time to look back and regret. Full speed ahead. Enjoy the journey. Good things happen to those who wait AND go out and make their dreams happen. Cheers to you and hubby!

Kathleen said...

the 5 year plan is a good one. when you think about it, 5 years is really not that long. it gives you a "light at the end of the tunnel" if it's not working but also gives you some time to really try your plan out. it's good to see that you can take a step back from your situation and put it in perspective! i know i have a hard time with that myself. www.onlivingsimply.com

Chrysta said...

I am wishing you all the best in everything that you do! That takes guts and alot of strength to physically and emotionally take on something like that. Its always so inspiring to hear about people taking a chance to do what they love rather than walk the safe path, ya know? I am truly wishing you all the best in everything that you do. Its gonna be a great year=)

lindsay cotter said...

thats what I keep saying......it will come. Must be patient and keep on looking
ahead! Thank you adrienne for re-affirming that! Cheers!

Lindsay

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lindsay cotter said...

yes I am very lucky to have this man! He keeps me positive, thats for sure!

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lindsay cotter said...

oh thats awesome!! What a treat for us GF foodies. I can't wait to check out the
post. Cheers Erin!

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lindsay cotter said...

livi, you are too kind. I wish I could have you live near us! I know we'd hit if
off! Hope prom went well!

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S @ extremebalance.net/blog said...

Lindsay, you're awesome! Some tragedies just have to be weathered, you know? :) And I'd welcome you if there was a baby---I get WAY more excited about everything that happens after pregnancy...

Kath (My Funny Little Life) said...

I totally love this post! And "good things come to those who wait" - that's so true! The commitment and confidence - even in times of struggle - with which the two of you follow your dreams are admirable! :)

My blog site is http://myfunnylittlelife.com/ :)

It would be lovely if you update it because you may have still my old blog address in your blogroll. Thank you!

NourishedFit said...

You two are the absolute cutest! I just adore you and your amazing energy that comes through the blog everyday. :-)

lindsay cotter said...

well I am so glad to have met you through the blog world. You've got such a
passion for life and fitness and it is contagious!

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Eleanor@eatinglikeahorse said...

I got worried for half a second when I read, about the glass, that it was "draining" - thought you meant things were getting worse! Then I engaged my brain and realised what you meant :-)
So glad it's full and hope it does overflow this year!

kalli said...

hubs and i work on a five year plan too.......i think it is so smart to make a plan together and support each other and do it. i like the idea of never look back to. here is to your health and his racing. this year is going to be good for you! i can feel it :)

Trust2345 said...

This is such a great post! I don't have a husband or anything but right now since I'm graduating college, starting a new career etc. everything is a little rocky but I try to step back and really think, not everyone is so lucky to even have a job right now so I'm truly blessed and thanking the Lord for everything He has provided me with keeps me staying positive! :-) How can you be negative with such a loving Lord?

Emma (Sweet Tooth Runner) said...

YOU are my source of inspiration-seriously!! Your sweet comments always make me so HAPPY and seriously your words are SO filled with God's love it's amazing:)

lindsay cotter said...

Hehe. yes I can see where that might have been misleading. No more draining cups, life should be lived with fullness. Ya know? Hope you had a great weekend elle!
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lindsay cotter said...

Oh that so true salah! And what a beautiful message! God is our abundance.
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S @ extremebalance.net/blog said...

unrelated Q: did James just do the Oschner tri?

Sara @ Nourish and Flourish said...

What a beautiful and inspiring post! There are SO many blessings in our lives that should be celebrated! The glass is always half full...I truly believe that even in the most dire situations, there's a silver lining, and that God planned everything a certain way for a reason! I know that you and Hubs have an amazing future awaiting you because, through your positive perspective, you'll make it that way! <3

Sabrina @ Radioactive Runner said...

Ahmen to that! Without our health, we have nothing at all.

Small town runner said...

Hey LC...I've been away too long! The only way to live is by looking to the positive. Your post is just a great example of dedication, purpose and TEAMWORK.
Thanks for being a light in blog-land for us. =)

Holley @ Lunges and Lashes said...

I admire you both committing to what you want to do and going full force! That takes a lot of bravery and totally brings you together as a couple. Congrats to the hubs for working so hard and chasing his dreams! I really can't wait to see what is next in store for you both!

Petra Duguid said...

Love this post. I know I'm so late but I love it. Great to read. And it doesn't date...

Christine said...

My glass is definitely half full. (Heck, it's more like 9/10 full most of the time). I have no major worries. We can pay the bills. My husband loves me. I love him. Our kids are healthy and happy. Are things perfect? Heck no! But I can't help but focus on the things that are awesome in my life and let the rest sort of work itself out.