It's all about your attitude

I have some fun posts on the horizon, but they still need some work. Alas, I've been taking a few more outfit photos, perhaps because the weather's getting nicer and it inspires my clothing choices.

Sweater: Old Navy, top: LOFT, belt: JCrew, khakis: American Eagle, flats: Nicole

Jess LC braille necklace that says "Dream Bigger"


Also, this week is TRI week! I can't believe the race is almost here. But, I'm happy to say that I don't feel super freaked out about it because...

• I mapped out a rough training plan (even if I didn't really follow it)
  
• I've done a few brick workouts
  
• I upped my swimming to twice a week (ugh, tomorrow morn is an early one)
  
• I have the experience of dealing with transitions from last year's duathalon
  
• I have a good attitude about my first triathlon ever!

Despite all of my training, I haven't done nearly enough cycling OUTDOORS (I've been attached to the indoor trainer thanks to craptastic weather) and I absolutely despise the thought of swimming in a lane with 4+ people, which will most likely be my luck come Saturday. But no matter what happens, I'm going to try to keep a positive attitude. I think that's one of the most important parts of enjoying your first ever race of any kind.

I also don't have any specific time goals because I've never done a sprint tri before so I'm just going for the FINISH. After several marathons where I was gunning for 3:40 deep down in my soul, just finishing seems like a snap!

*For those of you who asked about a black bean recipe, here it is! I posted it in the comments, but since I know y'all don't check back after you comment, I thought I'd share it here. I forgot that I had posted previously about making Black Bean Fiesta Burgers step by step. Seriously, you NEED to make these pronto!