Same, same...but different

There has been many changes in my life, big changes, as we all do.  My 30's have been a stark contrast to my 20's, nearly polar opposites. 

Now I look back I consider my 20's to be 'a previous life'...they so were.  My gosh, if I wasn't flying overseas or interstate for a competition or sponsor I would be at home training, eating, sleeping and doing that all over again. It was a selfish kind of lifestyle and really did not allow much room for flexibility within the daily routine.

Which is why I have grown to like my 30's. Since retiring from professional sport nearly 10 years ago..(yikes it's been that long) I feel like I have popped my head up seen the world for what it is.  It's very common for sportspeople to get lost in the 'bubble' that forces us to be self centred and focused.  You really do live, breathe, eat and sleep your sport so it is very much all consuming. 

Which brings me to my conversation that I was having with mum today.  We are going away on a road trip this weekend, and it just so happens to be for a competition.  Yes, for a competition, for the Aussie Standup Paddleboard titles (SUP) but that is where the similarity stops...

"I am just going away for a getaway, to just go with the flow and have some fun" something my mum has never heard me say about a race weekend. But it just is. I am just happy to be out there, taking in the scenery and meeting new people along the way. It is also refreshing to be able to go away and race without the expectations to win. Same, same..but different.

I have been looking forward to getting away, sans kids, and it will be nice to catch up and spend some time with mum.  I am already missing the girls (aka cheersquad), and Andrew of course, but have been storing up my cuddles all week to get me through.

So if you have a relaxing weekend planned, think of me, and please send me all your extra energy my way!

How has your life changed, has their been a difference between your 20's and 30's?

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