Life is a Marathon not a Sprint

I like to refer to Funday Sunday of our girls weekend every summer as a marathon not a sprint, but then realized it really just applies to life and not necessarily just pacing yourself on a 13 hour drink a thon.  I know sometimes it feels like life goes by fast, but this time of year when you reflect on the previous 11 mos - I don't know about you but it definitely feels more like a marathon.

Monday, December 1 - I start a new journey with Tableau, a data visualization company headquartered in Seatlle and Austin.  I wouldn't have this tremendous opportunity without the belief of an amazing champion. I have sold ice cream, Amway, Aluminum siding, Mary Kay Cosmetics, Television Advertising, Germicides/Wound dressings and CMO Club memberships - somehow I'll figure out Data - and as my friend Aaron says, "Lysa will do great - she'll fake it till she makes it".  True that Aaron.

When I thought about how lucky I am to be in the position I am right now, I feel extremely blessed to have had some many champions in my work life that I am also connected to via Facebook a.k.a  @Robin Rheiner - the power of proof reading @Meredith Naples Berkowitz - never let them see you cry and the benefits of being a proficient pencil sharpener  @Duane Lammers - let me know on air was not an option; sales was my destiny @Megan Burns - big hearted sister who opened the door for me and was very patient @Brian Williams - I won't let you down ---- a big thank you to all of you.

So here's to new beginnings and soon a new year.  It is never too late to start something new, learn new things and make new friends.  Someone recently said, "why do you want to do this"?  My thought is more like why wouldn't I.  I am so excited for my children to see me do something other than make their life easy. In the past 2 weeks, the boys have learned to do wash - you're welcome future Mrs. Stylski's.  They are quite capable of making their lunches and setting their alarms.  I actually feel like I'm possibly doing them a huge favor.  As for my daughter, well sometimes you learn from good role models and my mom is one of the best.  She just informed me that she restarted her career at the age I am now.  To my daughter Francine - be who you want and don't feel like any decision is permanent.  Change is always possible if you are open to it. Join me in making the changes in your life that are going to make it feel like the best marathon you ever ran.........