I am back home for a long weekend before flying out west again. This last trip was to watch our daughter complete an Ironman competition. This meant that she swam 2 miles, got out of the water and rode her bide 112 miles, and then for good measure, ran 26.2 miles. Actually she walked a good deal of the last 13 miles and was fairly nauseous - not surprising considering what she was doing. I am still trying to get my mind around the mindset that allows one to continue walk/running when you are ill, but I gather that it is not that unusual for Ironman competitors. I can tell you that they all look really happy when they get done. Since I am on my way back out west to run a marathon at the end of next week, I do understand the joy of accomplishing a goal you have set. I am just amazed at the goals we set and the lengths we will go to accomplish those feats.
Here are a few photos of Jaye in various phases of her Ironman.
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Before her swim |
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During the bike portion |
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Yes, she wore a flying pig hat for the whole marathon. |
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The next day with her medal and her Dad. |
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Needless to say, I haven't had much time for my art. I am sketching and dreaming of the day when I can get back to my sewing machine. It will come - but first I had better focus on that marathon!
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