Hi Everyone, glad to see all the friendly thoughts about thanksgiving, and giving thanks. Just the mere act of asking ourselves deep, probing questions and taking the time to quiet the mind will ultimately lead to answers. In the end, it leads to a fulfilling life.

I have to admit though, that I am not always able to stay mindful. Case in point, this week was super busy and stressful. Between our world cup stops in Panorama and Lake Louise, as well as several sponsorship appointments, I was pretty maxed out. It’s probably close to what many of you professionals or you moms feel out there… overwhelmed with work, commuting, taking care of business, etc… it’s hard to stop the grind for a meditition session, even though a meditation session is exactly what would aleviate the stress.

The good thing is that I am finding my peace again and things are starting to flow better. Lake Louise was very cold and I am not sure how people can handle skiing in that freezing weather. I need to give mad props to all those out there living in the cold cold places of the world. I have an amazing respect for what you put your bodies through for skiing!!! The races were fun, even though I made a few mistakes and ended outside of the top ten. I am hoping for some better results this weekend and to give you all something exciting to watch!

For those in the US (and maybe even North America), here’s the schedule for coverage:

Friday – downhill (on NBC Sunday at 2 p.m. ET; re-air Dec. 23 on Versus at 4 p.m. ET)
Saturday – super G (on Versus Dec. 30 at 4 p.m. ET)
Sunday – slalom (on Versus Dec. 23 at 5 p.m. ET)

WCSN will webstream each race. The super G will be live Saturday at 1 p.m. ET and both runs of slalom live Sunday (noon and 3 p.m. ET). Friday’s DH will be webcast Sunday at 9 p.m. ET.