How intriguing is this first line: Let’s talk about “Health Care Decisions Day”. Yeah, the words are mundane, but take a hot second to think about what the national day on April 16 was intended for. According to The Conversation Project, National Healthcare Decisions Day exists to inspire, educate and empower the public and providers about the importance of …
“Hi, yes, good morning, this is Whitney!”, I said preemptively enthusiastically to the person on the other end of the phone, who paused, a bit taken aback and then continued with their scripted greeting: “Hi I’m calling to speak with the decision-maker of the household regarding supplemental accident insurance; is Whitney Garcia available?” ….”I’m sorry, what?” Then I realized it …
Just a quick Hello and some thoughts before first race of this year. Lucas and I are heading to Knoxville, Tennessee this coming weekend to race a Rev3 event. There are two races happening: an Olympic and a Half-ironman distance. When I registered for this race I didn’t understand that only one of these events has a professional field (and …
Uhh, sheepish grin…Sorry to all my fans who have probably given up on me… So we had Christmas, New Years, some other fun stuff, Lucas and I learned a lot about ourselves, work got hard/better/great, took a break from training over the holidays, gained a few pounds, got used to sleeping more, started training again under my coach Curt Chesney, …
This year I was so looking forward to Thanksgiving. I haven’t been home to see my parents, in Ukiah, California, in a year! They have been very supportive and encouraging of my race endeavors this year, but it was high time I made it back to beautiful northern California to spend some time with them. They live in a lovely, …
It’s not often I get to play the role of Spectator – usually the events at which I’m present are because I’m participating. I’ve been very fortunate all through my life to have family and friends around me that are willing to support me by going with me or showing up to my races. It has meant a lot. I …
Big race coming up…soon! Ironman Wisconsin is on September 11th. I’ve heard so much about this race; I signed up for it a whole year ago…and now, it’s finally here. I feel ready, having a great first pro summer season behind me. I’m excited to try out my neo-pro Ironman legs now! Had a great Labor Day weekend – …
Training Weekends, heading towards Ironman Wisconsin… One cannot accomplish these big goals without a sidekick. Or, at least, it’s really not as meaningful to share the journey. I am blessed to have a great number of people in my life who support me, encourage me, and see value in what I’m pursuing. I want to send a “shout out” to …
Grammy and Grandpa Hutchinson. That’s how I address letters to my dear grandparents who live in Long Beach, California. They’ve lived in the same house, near Long Beach Sate University, since right after they got married, 60 years ago. Their house is like my second home; I spent so much time there in my young years. I was born in …