tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3439380262226647650.post6847538269209884688..comments2024-02-13T15:58:05.317-08:00Comments on My so-called FABULOUS life: Change of PlanBriannahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09930781699703723927noreply@blogger.comBlogger15125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3439380262226647650.post-27074263826789263332008-05-28T20:26:00.000-07:002008-05-28T20:26:00.000-07:00Let me ammend my last comment from, "do well," to,...Let me ammend my last comment from, "do well," to, "I know you will make the team." Doing well is not what all that hard work and sacrifice is for when the Olympic Team is on the line, if I may go on a limb with that assumption for you.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3439380262226647650.post-28987024065915923272008-05-28T20:19:00.000-07:002008-05-28T20:19:00.000-07:00"All I know is that when I won my NCAA title in th..."All I know is that when I won my NCAA title in the 200 meters back in 2001 I entered that meet with the 23rd fastest time. There were 24 competitors. Long shot or not, all I need is an opportunity."<BR/><BR/>That quote will stick with me for a long time, and I will probably use it when coaching my hurdlers at UC. I'm rooting for you in the long jump, I know you will do well!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3439380262226647650.post-54780796314387899092008-05-28T01:43:00.000-07:002008-05-28T01:43:00.000-07:00hope it all works out honone day at a timehope it all works out hon<BR/>one day at a timedejanaehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07052082904553497262noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3439380262226647650.post-19253423743658358842008-05-27T15:59:00.000-07:002008-05-27T15:59:00.000-07:00Chris,writing a blog about my life does not make m...Chris,<BR/>writing a blog about my life does not make me self-centered. That's kind of a ridiculous comment when you consider exactly what blogs are-- Basically just an online journal. It says nothing about my thoughts and appreciation for our troops. Perhaps a link to your own online public show of appreciation and support so I can know how to act properly in the future???!!Briannahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09930781699703723927noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3439380262226647650.post-78892686681071566212008-05-27T11:57:00.000-07:002008-05-27T11:57:00.000-07:00Actuall, this is my first time here. I was perusin...Actuall, this is my first time here. I was perusing blogs and ran across yours. I have to say that it is very interesting most of the time. I understand that its a blog about your life, however, on Memorial Day (especially when we have thousands of people risking their lives so you can have this soapbox) it would seem like you might be a little less self-centered and a little more reflective on the "bigger" picture.<BR/><BR/>Anyway, I won't return, so don't worry...:) <BR/><BR/>Good luck with your trials.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3439380262226647650.post-75712648663511796382008-05-27T11:40:00.000-07:002008-05-27T11:40:00.000-07:00@ nupe...Jackie competes for the Bahamas so she wo...@ nupe...Jackie competes for the Bahamas so she wouldn't be my competitor until the Games. and no, I don't believe "Chris" is joking...I think it's the same person that comes on here from time to time to say unnecessary things but whatever.Briannahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09930781699703723927noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3439380262226647650.post-64842459782954383202008-05-27T09:53:00.001-07:002008-05-27T09:53:00.001-07:00Brianna,That was one tough decision you had to mak...Brianna,<BR/><BR/>That was one tough decision you had to make, but your determination and professionalism (which is evident from your approach to everything you do, from what I am reading on this blog) will ensure that you'll be a success at whatever event you choose. Plus, you have years ahead of you yet to return to the sprints if you ever so wish.<BR/><BR/>Good luck in your training!<BR/><BR/>P.S what's with the attitude, Chris; I do believe this blog's intention is to profile the trials and tribulations of an aspiring Olympic athlete, and not a commentary on anything else.Cormachttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06085958212232470247noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3439380262226647650.post-10001413387546673552008-05-27T09:40:00.000-07:002008-05-27T09:40:00.000-07:00I'm sure Chris was just kidding. No one can be tha...I'm sure Chris was just kidding. No one can be that inane right outta the blocks, except maybe Hilary.<BR/><BR/>So will you and Jackie be competing <I>against</I> each other for a long-jump spot? How many slots are available, so the audience you two share know for whom to route?anonymousnupehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15452150857948004054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3439380262226647650.post-62442886681189728602008-05-27T09:26:00.000-07:002008-05-27T09:26:00.000-07:00Thank you everybody.Hi Chris, the following is fro...Thank you everybody.<BR/><BR/>Hi Chris, the following is from the top of my blog, in case you missed it...<BR/><I>This blog is about me. My life, athletic career, friends, family, dating life, adventures, travels, musings, and anything else I feel compelled to share.</I>Briannahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09930781699703723927noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3439380262226647650.post-81376906714017548952008-05-27T08:18:00.000-07:002008-05-27T08:18:00.000-07:00So, tell us.. How was your first day back on the t...So, tell us.. <BR/><BR/>How was your first day back on the track?t.v.https://www.blogger.com/profile/09520453763962154292noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3439380262226647650.post-36670942651192894222008-05-27T08:02:00.000-07:002008-05-27T08:02:00.000-07:00Are you serious? On Memorial Day, the only thing y...Are you serious? On Memorial Day, the only thing you could think to blog about was yourself, again?<BR/><BR/>Wow.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3439380262226647650.post-91827754241725593982008-05-26T23:00:00.000-07:002008-05-26T23:00:00.000-07:00It's like the Serenity Prayer, you had the courage...It's like the Serenity Prayer, you had the courage to change the things you can and the wisdom to know the difference. Rock the house in the long jump then!Liz Dwyerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17794296990587989214noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3439380262226647650.post-74276512476316291192008-05-26T19:06:00.000-07:002008-05-26T19:06:00.000-07:00Ms Bri, you know I'm behind you all the way, no ma...Ms Bri, you know I'm behind you all the way, no matter what! You know and I know how talented you are, and like you said all you need is the opportunity. We've seen those days in practice where you shocked yourself and the rest of us with where you were "stepping down" (that's LJ terminology people). So all you need is a chance and given that, anything is possible. Keep the faith!!!Jackie E.https://www.blogger.com/profile/03423251702855821726noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3439380262226647650.post-63473585786316442392008-05-26T18:54:00.000-07:002008-05-26T18:54:00.000-07:00Sounds like you made the right decision, which is ...Sounds like you made the right decision, which is never easy. But where the decision lies, that's where you should find the peace.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3439380262226647650.post-55636101857099949642008-05-26T16:38:00.000-07:002008-05-26T16:38:00.000-07:00Dear Brianna,I see by your long posting you have g...Dear Brianna,<BR/><BR/>I see by your long posting you have given a lot of thought to your decision to jump rather than run. Your disappointment is very apparent. But you are blessed in many ways to be able to compete in either event. So its time you get inspired and change your focus. <BR/><BR/>I told you the other day that to your friends and fans you have already won the gold in being the person you are. You also have said how you like to read so I want to share with you someone that has inspired me. I told you I was Pittsburgh, PA. I grew up around the campus of CMU. At CMU there is a professor named Randy Pausch. If you have never heard of him you should watch YouTube - Randy Pausch Last Lecture: Achieving Your Childhood Dreams. Randy tells us you can’t change the cards, we can just play the hand we have been dealt. He also tells us to go after our childhood dreams. Watch the video or pick up the book, you will be inspired I promise you.<BR/><BR/>We are behind you no matter what so just go for it!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12132228771719831661noreply@blogger.com