Have you ever made fun of someone for doing something, then given it a try and found that you enjoy doing it too? Or is it just me - weird like that? When I first started the MBA program I met a friend who played ultimate frisbee. When he told me, my first reaction was, "What? Isn't that a PE game for middle schoolers?". I thought it was pretty funny that he was still playing ultimate in grad school. However, when it came time to sign up a team for intramural activities with the university and he asked if I wanted to join, especially since they needed girls, I thought, what the hell - at least it will get me out doors and running around. Lo and behold - I really enjoyed my first game and have been playing for the last 3 years!
What kept me coming back? Firstly I'd have to say the team. It was a good group of people. We built a camaraderie. Secondly - it was a lot more fun than what I remembered it to be. I had a blast - maybe it was a bright sunny day, someone actually threw to me, I got some real coaching, i don't know - What ever it was, I ate my words!
(The picture is of my first ultimate team at BC Stadium after winning the UBC intramural championships in winter 2006)
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