Slip and Fall

So the first two photos I want to share are a great example of why people should have some type of grip in the shower. If you take a gander, you'll see a nice bruise under my chin that I got from a nice little/big slip in the shower.

As my bruise started to because more apparent, people started asking me what happened. Most of the time, it turned into a story about me getting "out of line" and someone hitting me. Even my parents would tell people that. Wow...this is everyones big moment to claim they got to give me the smack they have always wanted to lay down.

Although its funny now (and still very bruised and swollen), I seriously thank God that He was watching over me in the moment. It could have been bad. I seriously hit so hard. I didn't really know what to do when it happened. I had to assess the situation, realize how badly i was hurt, and do what I needed to get better. I was super lucky that I didn't get knocked out.

Ok...back to the races really quick. We got second today in the superbike race. I'm super pumped! Please, please, please check back tomorrow or Monday for a fantastic video from the weekend of Chris, Garrett, Chris' Mom and Dad, and myself riding around fabulous Miller Motorsports Park. It will be awesome. Let me just say there was some mad wheelie-ing going on!

This was about 10:30 or so. I was icing it in Chris' motorhome. I'm so thankful for their hospitality and ice pack.

This is at 11:00 p.m. You can't really see the bump, which has gone down a little, but its more blue.

Garrett is able to "throw out the vibe" while riding the quad. Skillz!

Chris looks like a Zoolander here! Nice Eyes!

This is on Chris' bike. Get it...C-B radio. But its SieBe with a radio! Haha.

Just another day hanging with Garrett and Chris. And Garrett is so lucky he was able to get away because it would have been day number 2 getting thrown in the trash can.

Another Chris. But we call him C-Dub as in C-W for Chris West. He's a student of the famous Jeff Decker.

Last and certainly not least is Garrett giving his serious face. Peggy, C-bear's mom, is in the back just watching a normal weekend at the races.

Peace in the middle of Chaos

What makes life good? When someone asks you casually “Hows it going” or “How you doing?”, what is the usual response? Good. Ok. Been Better. All those answers I have used just today. I have felt “out of it” but not really sure why. Yes, life is doing its usual chaotic spin around me but I felt different. Then a God-sent person named James, my dear friend from Houston, sent me a verse. “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your request to God. Nd the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your heart and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Phil 4:6-7. Wow. That is just what I needed to hear. So then I sat down at my computer in the media center at Miller Motorsports Park, put on my headphones, and started listening to my favorite worship song, In Your Freedom.

Here is a video of the song and the words:



IN YOUR FREEDOM BY HILLSONG UNITED

I search for You God of strength
I bow to You In my brokenness
And no other king could have so humbly come
To save my soul and heal my heart

I have nothing more
Than all You offer me
There is nothing else
That's of worth to me

And I love You Lord You rescued me
You are all that I want You're all I need

I pray to You God of peace
I rest in You My cares released

In Your freedom I will live, In Your freedom I will live
I offer devotion, I offer devotion


For some reason that song brings me back. Every time I hear it, I am refreshed. My joy is restored. I am full of life. I could be living a meaningless life, but instead I have a purpose, a joy, the love and the hope of the truest thing in the world. I could shout it: IN YOUR FREEDOM I WILL LIVE, IN YOUR FREEDOM I WILL LIVE.

If you don’t know this joy I’m talking about or why I am able to have a bad day turn into an absolutely amazing day, just ask. The smile on my face is completely real!!!

A Poem by e.e. Cummings.

For you

I carry your heart with me.

I carry it in my heart.

I am never without it.

Anywhere I go, you go, my dear.

And whatever is done by only me...

is your doing, my darling.

I fear no fate...

for you are my fate, my sweet.

I want no world, for, beautiful...

you are my world, my true.

Here is the deepest secret no one knows.

Here is the root of the root...

and the bud of the bud...

and the sky of the sky of a tree called life...

which grows higher than the soul can hope or mind can hide.

It is the wonder that's keeping the stars apart.

I carry your heart.                  

I carry it in my heart.

My Day At The Races

Just a little glimpse into a work day and fun night.

Emerge

This is the video made from camp. It was a great time that we should never forget.

What A Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

In a nutshell, this is how my week has gone:

I arrived into Oakland on Wednesday morning. It was an early morning with my flight being at 7 a.m. and everything went smoothly considering I was on Southworst…oh I mean Southwest. I go to the rental car place and she gave me two options. I knew I didn’t like the first one, so I went with the Prius. If only I had remembered what a Prius was; a hybrid. Now I have nothing against saving the environment but seriously, make the car easier to work. After having trouble starting it as I left the rental place, I got stuck in a parking lot for about 15 minutes because it wouldn’t start. I was so incredibly frustrated and I finally had to call the Avis roadside assistance. The lad got a little snappy with me but eventually helped me figure out the stupidity that is a hybrid. Ahh.

Next. Well, the next issue that made my day “fun” was something that I probably shouldn’t discuss but all in all, made my lunch date (a press luncheon) in the city challenging.

Next: From the lunch, I had to find the offices of Comcast. It was about 2 p.m. and naturally it was a busy time to be going around a strange city. I found the street, parked and suddenly realized I was about 6 blocks from the office. I decided to walk and why not, it’s San Francisco. I love San Francisco. As I walked, some random guy walking next to me made a comment on someone walking with a very expensive painting. We chatted for two blocks and parted ways. So funny. So random. I loved that! Finally, an upbeat part to my day.

From there, things picked up a little. I drove to my hotel about 30 minutes north in Sonoma and went to pick up our truck drivers. The rest of the night was pleasant and I was thankful my craziness was over.

Thursday I was rushing to get Jamie Hacking, one of my riders, to a pre-game interview at AT&T Park in San Francisco. It was fun once we got there and the stress was reduced. I've included pictures.

And today? Well...basically i haven't met anyone that is more clumsy than me. Many trips and almost falls in front of lots of people. Thankfully no bruises.

I know…poor me. I had a bad day or two or three. But one thing that I love is that I can look at all that and laugh at it. Why take life so seriously? Exactly.

I’m including pictures from the past three days. Have fun. Talk soon. Miss everyone!

A view to the Golden Gate Bridge and yes i was standing in the middle of a busy street. What now?

Don and Dave as we go into Cline Winery. You can't come to wine country and not stop by one of the dozens of beautiful wineries.

I think he had a few too many.

This is Brian Wilson and Jamie. Wow...if only I liked the Giants.

I thought this was funny. The tall guy was close to 7 feet and the short guy was about 5'9". It was the movie Twins in real life.

Jamie and his dog cooling off. Even though i seem to favor French Bulldogs, he was such a cutey...the dog that is.

Yay for Mothers!

There are many amazing women in my life. Friends, wise women from church, and most importantly my mother. It has been an amazing run with my mother. We have had our ups and downs for sure but our love for each other wins out every time. My mother is one of the most understanding and even tempered people I have met. It takes a lot to upset her, which I've so often taken for granted.

On Friday I attended a memorial paddle out that remembered the life of the amazing and incredible Guy Poncy. It reminded me again, as did his funeral, not to take the people closest to me for granted. I should live everyday like there won't be another with the people I cherish. So mother, I hope you know how much you are loved and that no words could describe how much you mean to me. I love you.

Mommy and Me

I'm holding down the Mother's Day fort since my bro is still away at school.

Tiffany Poncy-Rodriguez, Me, and Kristie Poncy

Sara and I being dorks...its just so natural

Tiffany P-R. It was cold..like really cold.

Just ask Joe

The surfers make their way back in.

I'll be getting more pictures from the paddle out from some people who were on the boats. Stay tuned!

Viva Las Vegas

Alright, I’m on a roll. A few posts in a matter of a few weeks. I guess I’m just ready to share (and/or had that little brief moment where I could jump on the computer) my recap of the trip to Vegas.

This weekend was going to be awesome because I’ve always had fun in Vegas when there have been large groups of people I knew. US Open was awesome, as was AMA Banquet. On Friday night, Dana and I jumped in a limo (ok…so we actually got a deal and shared it with some randoms but that’s beside the point) and went to the Wynn where we saw Le Reve. It was a really cool water show. Not Waterworld water show but very artistic and classy.

Saturday was the supercross event at Sam Boyd Stadium. It was a good but a long day in the sun. It was fun seeing everyone again since I hadn’t been to a SX since Daytona in early March. We ended the night of supercross and began a out on the town. It was good up unto the point of Dana losing his wallet. Dang it! It all worked out but what a stress.

The SX awards banquet was on Sunday night. I had three, or technically four dresses to choose from. I was happy with my final choice: a $20 dress from Forever 21. Haha. So much stress and I got compliments on a dress that cost less than dinner. Awesome. The weekend was a great time and I’m glad I’m on a Vegas hiatus until Fourth of July weekend when I go back for an EnduroCross. Good times in the 110 degree heat.

Hope you are all doing well. Drop me a comment if you have a chance. I love reading them!

Here are the pics!

My former roomie Kristen and I at the banquet...all dressed up

My awesome date Dana at the banquet. Nice shirt!

The guys...

The limo fit everyone...I think we had 13 people.

Saturday night at Planet Hollywood

Evie showing off a party hat she found and a cranberry tongue

This was the limo ride that we got for cheap. If you think about it, the cab ride would have cost about the same.

At the Wynn, they have this waterfall wall that is used as the backdrop to short little shows when it gets dark. I really recommend walking through the Wynn. Very smoke-free.

Spencer's most suave look

Ok, so this isn't a Vegas pic but its three awesome people who race for Matsushima Suzuki. Each guy is a totally different character and extremely fun to hang around.

oh Evan

So I just found this video from Matt and Mel's wedding. Its a classic Evan video that shows off his wacky dance moves.