...come on show 'em what you're worth/Make 'em go 'oh oh oh!'/As you shoot across the sky-y-y..." (imagine me singing those lyrics a la Katy Perry!!).
Although our blog is titled "D and E Whitfield", D and I decided that Sophie's life would be the primary focus of this blog; we aim to record and celebrate her first years to share with friends and family who don't get to regularly see her sassy attitude like we do!
Well, I must depart from that unwritten rule to focus on the "D" part of this equation.
D is Superman---working in a suit by day (actually graphic tees and jeans) and slipping into spandex by night (or early morning).
D is Superman---working in a suit by day (actually graphic tees and jeans) and slipping into spandex by night (or early morning).
In a past chapter of his life, Doug skied for the Australian National Team, living, training, and racing all over the world. Ranked #2 in AU, he eventually retired and continued his education, pursued a career, and found LOVE....that's how D met E and eventually had S.
With some perseverance and passion, Doug now represents New Zealand in Ski Cross events and will compete in several races this winter! Although Sophie and I won't be standing at the base of the runs cheering him on, we are so proud of his triumphant return!! D does so much for our family, and he deserves all the joy and success of his dreams!
Our helmet-wearing, Kiwi-sponsored, comeback-kid D models tenacity, optimism, and courage to little Sophie. She is lucky to see these values in her father, and we eagerly anticipate the results of his first races next week!
We love you, D!
E and S
2 comments:
Elizabeth, you are a wonderful writer. Hope Doug was like lightening!!
That's fantastic! Congratulations, Doug, and way to go. How exciting for your family!
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