Friends,   

I’ve been hearing rave reviews about the indoor triathlon training at Westwood.  I love it when I hear how much fun people are having, how much progress they’re making and how they can’t believe they’re doing this.  It is pretty amazing isn’t it?  

It’s also really amazing that we have such awesome people volunteering their time and energy to make this a great experience for all of us.  If you haven’t “Tri’d” (get it?) the indoor triathlon training yet, give it a try.  You’ll make progress yourself.  You may even inspire someone else along the way.  We’re extremely fortunate to have this as an option for us again this year.  Thank you to all who are making it possible as well as all who are participating!

How would you like to say a few prayers for one of our awesome volunteers? 

Cal Newby could use a few prayers as he’s going on a 9 day minimum backpacking, hiking and whitewater rafting adventure in Patagonia.  This may not be safest adventure he’s ever been on due to the glaciers, mountains, whitewater rivers, etc. along with Cal being Cal.

Cal always does an awesome job of capturing moments on his adventures and sharing his experiences when he returns.  I’m really looking forward to his return and learning about, a place I will be able to go, through Cal.  It looks beautiful doesn’t it?

Cal leaves this Friday.  Perhaps he’ll be here Wednesday so we can all give him a hug and wish him well.  Let’s keep Cal in our thoughts and prayers.  Have fun Cal!

Chrissy sure is enjoying her new puppy, isn’t she?  Pure joy!

Thanks for sharing with us Chrissy!  Sure brings a lot of big smiles to us.

Linda is doing a nice job with the painting program.  It’s awesome to see something different happening and people enjoying the spirit and energy in the room.

Some beautiful creations as well!

Let’s have some more fun this week!

We all need to “Just Keep Moving”!  It doesn’t matter where we start.  We can start with laughing which is great exercise in itself.  Other than that, we start with the body parts that will move and keep moving them as much as we can.  Let them rest and then move them again.

I know there are still many of us going through other life challenges in addition to our challenges with MS.  Let’s stick together, keep our chins up and keep sharing our journey.  Better days are ahead.  For those of you who haven’t been able to make it by us on Wednesdays and Fridays lately, please know you are missed and in my thoughts and prayers.  I hope you’re able to make it back soon!

I hope you’ll join us both Wednesday and Friday again this week.   Remember…consistency is key.  With MS, it takes a lot of consistent effort every day to make small improvements.  Yes, it’s frustrating so be patient and consistent and you’ll be amazed how your quality of life will continue to improve.  It’s been about 17 years of exercising just about every day for me and I’m still making improvements (encouragement, love, support, nutrition and proper rest help immensely too).  It takes time so please be patient.  It sure is better than MS getting worse.  I really don’t know what my life would be like if I didn’t do this (nor do I want to find out).  I’m so thankful you are all joining me on this journey of making progress with our MS and quality of life…THANK YOU!  We’ll continue to learn together…there’s so much power in the love and support we all share with each other.

In the past, I’ve been telling you to bring a friend.  Unfortunately, we’re going to need to start a waiting list for new people.  Please feel free to continue to share your experience and what we’re doing together.  Let me know of anyone who would like to join us.  I’ll communicate with these people through e-mail or phone and help them any way I can.  When we have room for them to join us, I’ll encourage them to do that.  If you’ve joined us in the past, please continue to join us.

We are here to help you and anyone with MS…no strings attached (well maybe an occasional story about the progress you’re making, smile, high five or a hug).  I remember how challenging life used to be when my MS was bad.  I get great joy sharing what I’ve learned and feel blessed with the progress I’ve made.  I hope you make progress in some way too!

Place:  W228N791 Westmound Dr.
Waukesha, WI

When:  Wednesday morning from 9:30am – 12:30pm (open gym concept, come for all or part of it)  
Friday morning from 9:30 – 12:30pm  (open gym concept, come for all or part of it)

Any questions?  Give me a call.
Dan Erschen
Cell:  414-305-0418