I’ve been wound a bit tight this weekend, trying to figure out some of the legal and tax implications of being “self employed”. As a legal librarian (not a lawyer or accountant), I know just enough to be dangerous. ;o) I called my dad tonight, feeling very stressed about “ohmygoodnessIdon’tknowhowtosetupanLLCorhowthatworkswithtaxesorwhotocallorwhattodo…” I was practically hyperventilating and near tears. His response?
“You’ve run a couple of marathons and a lot of long races. You know you can’t worry about the entire 26.2 all at once. You’ll just get overwhelmed. You worry about the first mile and take the remaining ones as they come. So, just figure out what piece you need to start with and deal with that first.”
Right, Dad. Thanks for the reminder.
*Taking a deep breath*
Anyways, between my dad’s advice and a 2.5 mile run last night that involved approaching my puke threshold, I think I’ve got a better grip. As I mentioned on facebook, sometimes I have to run so that I don’t run away.
On to more fun things…
Three more winners! Jones was mad that Shoo got to pick all three winners last time, so he picked today. He refused to dress up for your enjoyment. Sorry.
Winner #10 is
Badgergirl at Adventures of Badgergirl lives in the awesome state of Wisconsin and just finished her “comeback” half marathon. I may refuse to mail her gift and instead make her meet me halfway when I go home in August. ;o)
Winner #11 is
Molly over at I’m a Sleeper Baker focuses on food and running. Maybe she’ll run the Boilermaker with me in a year or two…
Winner #12 is
Bethany and Ryan over at Our Love on the Run are a fun couple who just completed their first ultramarathon! WTG!
Fine print: Email me your choices at mom2shoo at gmail.com within 48 hours. I think the remaining items are an Abita beer glass, a Capital City brewing glass or other item, the Dogfish Head beer opener, coffee, and a random assortment of running nutrition goodies. Check here for details of each item and please send me a list in your preferred order.
Isn't it funny how some people can put things into a different perspective sometimes? Love that!
Let Jones know that we thank him for his service!
Your dad sounds very wise!!! Congrats to the winners!
Tell your dad thanks from me for the advice! Its quite good and I needed to be reminded too 🙂
Dad is a wise man!Loved the last outfit in honor of Memorial Day.
Great advice from your dad! I am struggling with the same thing right now too….I know EXACTLY how you are feeling.Congrats to the winners.
Sounds like your dad had some good advice!
Dad's are awesome like that! Which little kid do I need to pay off to pull my name out 🙂
You are blessed with a great dad! Congrats to the winners!
I love that line: "sometimes I have to run so that I don't run away."
Aren't Dad's the best! They always have great advice and can put it all into perspective! Congrats to the winners!
"One mile at a time"…how quickly we can forget.
Pretty good analogy from Dad!Congrats to the winners!!
That is sounds advice!! Good for everyone to remember when things get a little stressful
What great advice from your dad!
I love the same thing about running: lots of life's "problems" usually seem so much more doable after a quick run!Don't forget to email me back if you have some questions, I'm more than happy to hand out some advice to you! Pick my brain!
Go Winners!Hey, I will take that #13 title, no prob!
Your dad is a very wise man!
Very wise. I'm so guilty of looking one day, week, month or year ahead and not enjoying (or just living in) the moment.
Iam glad that your dad was able to calm you down a bit:) Sometimes all it takes is a calm voice and logical advice to set us straight:) Congrats to your new winners!
It is really hard staring something new! Your Dad had great advice. Just go that first mile… Aren't you glad you can run so that you don't have to run away? I'm guessing Beer Geek is happy about that, too! Take care and keep us updated on your job : )
I like your dad's advice. I think I needed that reminder right about now too!Congrats winners!
Love your dad's analogy 🙂
Great advice from Dad. And thank Jones for his service!
great advice from your dad. he's right, of course. 🙂
Self employment kills me every April 15th. Every f*cking time!
Your dad's advice hit home with me today, take things one thing at a time…good to remember.
i like dad's advice!