Wake up, Eat, Warm-up, Inspection, Train, Eat, Rest, Train, Physio, Video, Eat, Sleep!!!
**** I added some pictures on my Away from the snow page *****
That is pretty much how my day goes – these days…. We are still training in Nakiska and it isn’t easy at all. It’s great training, but tough. I like it tough. I have been able to ski with some of the guys on my team, and it’s been really interesting. I can watch them and try to copy. I obviously don’t have half of the power they have, but it’s really nice to have a fast set pace. They give me some sweet tips and help me try and go faster. My coaches do that too…. We train everyday with timing. Sometimes, I wish it wasn’t there…. But it’s a great way to see what works best for skis, different techniques, and most of the time I know when my run was faster or slower. The days I wish timing wasn’t there, is when I just want to ski and really feel it out. But the timing is what RACING IS ALL ABOUT!!!!
I’m lucky I have an amazing technician who takes great care of my skis. . Actually, my whole team is amazing!!! But Martin is the one who makes sure my skis are sharp and fast. It’s been really icy here in Nakiska!!!! I am currently on my 8th and 9th pair of slalom skis.. Can you believe that??? WOW! I can’t – but with attempting to ski down a skating rink every day for a whole lot of runs, and sharpening the edges everyday really wears them out. Now I am just trying to decide which pair will be my race skis for the games.
Since we are skiing on an injected slope, (which means basically a slanted skating rink), our bodies seem to be taking some beating. Well mine is…. I go and get treatment from my physio every day.
I am training another 3 days, then flying to Vancouver on Saturday and will be up in Whistler from the 20th and on…….
My boyfriend met this amazing painter a couple of years ago. He has painted many of Mike’s goalie masks. His name is David Arrigo, and I am so lucky that he has helped me out with making my helmets unique and “flashy”. Here is the new look I have for the games. It’s a crazy beaver wearing a Canada cape. Hahahaha – yes it sounds funny but it’s amazing work and I LOVE IT!!! THANKS GOGO!!!!
He is presently in Vancouver painting through out the games. Check out more of his work, at www.davidarrigo.com
I wanted to thank everybody who has been posting comments. They are awesome to read, and it’s such a surprise to see who has been checking it out. THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!!! The energy through the messages and how positive they are is UNREAL!
I THRIVE AND FEED OFF OF THE SUPPORT – it makes me smile! 
THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK ALL OF YOU!!!!!!!!!
Bonne nuit
Brigitte xxx
Brigitte, I love the helmet. Its good you showed everyone the picture because you will be going to fast down those hills for us to see. We said a prayer for you at school today (yes I teach at a Catholic school) Go get em
xo Love you!!!! So proud of you!!!!! GOOD LUCK
Hi Brigitte !!
First off I LOVE the helmet ! What a great design. Wow how time flies, your second Olympics. It’s amazing how the years just fly by. Seems like yesterday when your dad called to have me come over and watch Lise Marie and Gavan the night you were born. All those great years you spent at our house and of course as the most adorable flower girl anyone could ask for. My mom was thrilled to receive your Christmas card and we all think about you often. Can’t wait to cheer you on next week. You are truly and inspiration and will make Sault Ste Marie and Canada proud. Hope you have the race of your life !!
Give everyone a hug for us !! Love Monique xoxo
Brigitte,
Have FUN!!! Love the helmet. Enjoy every second of your home country Olympic experience! We’ll be cheering for you.
Hey Brigitte, it has been a long time! (hope you remember me!) Living in the Soo these days it’s been impossible not to think of you. The whole town is behind you, and I wanted to let you know that we are too. There will be a gang of Dunn Grads at our place watching and wishing you the best! We know you can do it! Bonne Chance!!
We will all be cheering for you at the Olympics! Have a great time, enjoy and do your best. (Paul’s mom, Paul is at Wishart Law Firm)
I love the helmet, very cute! Looking forward to seeing you race next week and I will be cheering for you! Good luck! Dana
This is AWESOME! a blog!
Wanted to hear how your doing and let you know we are pulling and
praying for you. We are sad that we will be working in the DR when you
ski, hope it gets recorded. Your in our thoughts and prayers.
Hugs.
Ray and BJ
The helment is amazing! He has a gift.
Love the beaver idea. All the best with your event.
Have a great time, so excited for you.
BJ
Brigitte,
I just wanted to say on behalf of everyone here in Sault Ste Marie how proud we are of your accomplishments. Good luck, and enjoy the Olympic experience!! Amazing helmet design…very Canadian:)!!
Hi Brigitte!
The helmet is very cool! David does incredible work, it was neat watching him paint a helmet at Mike’s golf tournament.
We are looking forward to watching you race and cheer you on. You should be able to hear us from wine country in Prince Edward County.
Love ya, and WE BELIEVE!
The Kristalyn’s
Hey Brigitte,
We are so proud of you and will be cheering you on all the way
SKI SAFE, SKI FAST AND SKI PROUD – love the new bucket
Love Whitie and Katie
You’ve made Sault Ste. Marie and surrounding areas proud, Brigitte!!! We’re all rooting for you!!!
Love the Helmet Truly Canadian with the beaver.
I work at a school and we have a wall with all the Canadian athletes on it .I also got the students to put there favorite athlete on a maple leaf and have put that around the school. You have a lot of fans out there.Reach for the stars.
GO CANADA GO!!!
Good Luck Brigitte………we will be watching and sending only good thoughts……………….the Soo is behind you all the way……..donna
Brigitte we are so very proud of you and are so happy you have always followed your dream of being in the Olympics!!We will all be together watching you realize your dream.We love you and have the time of your life,you deserve it!!Glen and June and family
Great paint job Brigitte and Dave! Love it!
We will now be able to distinguish you from the other Canadian skiiers – just look for the beaver tail! I expect his cape to be flying!
Go Bri… Love you.
Ingrid.
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