I am a TIMEX Newbie. I still can’t believe I’m on the team.

This was the coolest camp I have experienced. It beats Girl Scout camp, Outward Bound, and summer camp. It was Fantasy Camp. I got a swimming lesson from Melanie, that was really cool, but now my muscles hurt because I wasn’t using them before! Ben, maybe you should ask her for some pointers?

I found out that the pros have hangups, nerves, injuries and body issues, JUST LIKE ME! Sometimes they have confidence issues, a lot of nutrition problems (Immodium AD should be a sponsor!) and family conflicts. Everyone is trying to balance life outside of training; (is there life outside of training?) i.e. work, commutes, college, personal commitments and how to survive the perils of traveling.

As Tim said in his post, we learned a lot about all our sponsors and I can’t wait to go out for a ride with my new GPS and BodyLink system on my new Trek bike! I have gotten many compliments on my new dual watch (it has hands and a digital display) and learned how to put on a wetsuit in no time! I’m not gonna share that though, its an insider secret!

After hanging out with some of the funniest and nicest people, I know I am in the right place. I will be cheering all of my teammates on throughout the year from the M.O.P! Just make sure you save me a beer at the finish!

My favorite Burrito Recipe! Serves 2-4

1 packet Uncle Bens 90 second Brown Rice

1 can Amy’s Organic Black Beans or refried beans

4 Sweet potatoes

Shredded cheese (optional) I like the Mexican blends with added spices

3 large fresh tomatoes, diced

1 jalapeno, diced ole!

Large organic Tortillas (whole wheat preferably)

Fresh Cilantro and Lime wedges to taste

Microwave the potatoes for 4 minutes per potato. (so for 4 potatoes 4 x 4 minutes, turn the potaotes each time. Be sure to prick the potatoes to let steam out. Heat up rice per package directions during the last 90 seconds of potatoes. Mix hot rice and diced tomatoes and jalapeno in bowl. Keep warm. You can also mix beans in if you like or keep them seperate. Scrape flesh out of potatoes and keep warm. Place tortilla in dry nonstick skillet on medium heat. Spread in potatoes, rice mixture, cilantro, beans and cheese. Fold tortilla over and roll on seam side and cook for 3-4 minutes. Roll and cook on opposite side for another 3-4 minutes.

Enjoy with guac, salsa or sour cream (in moderation!) squeeze lime wedges on burrito for an added zest or put them in your cerveza.

I also use chicken, leftovers, tempeh or tofu in place of the sweet potato. YUM-O!

Next up: Cookies that are good for you and you wanna eat them!