It is July 1st and as much as I hate to admit it, I have been a total blog slacker!  We have been having summer for a solid month here in Madison, WI and during that time, some awesome opportunities for training and racing.

I’ve raced 4 times so far this season (Triple T in Ohio, 2 local events, and the most recent being the Buffalo Springs 70.3 in Texas).  I know several teammates have already expressed this, but I’d like to reiterate how amazing it is to be a part of the Timex Team and have so many friends throughout the country (and world!).  Traveling to a new race or destination is so much more enjoyable when you get to share it with others.  Even if you travel alone, you know you will be greeted by friends at the race venue.  A special thanks to Barry, Tingle, Hola, Thomas, Dennis, Hodges, and Alex for being awesome out in Texas and making this a memorable race experience.  Your smiles and encouragement (grunts) during the race helped keep me going… especially since I could see you were all hurting as much as I was (that is a compliment, I think).  You guys rocked that race and it was evident to spectators and athletes alike that Timex was there to represent in dominating fashion.  Congrats to all!

Last year when I finished Kona I thought I had checked that box on the life list and put that baby to rest.  But, as life goes, things change and I once again will have the opportunity to race this October.  This time, my goal is to be less scared and more excited, less slow and more fast, less serious and more FUN!

Looking forward to the adventure and being surrounded by a bunch of wonderful teammates and friends.  And as Timex does not disappoint, they will once again be there to represent in dominating fashion.

Congrats to all of you in your performance so far this season,  you are an inspiration.  Keep it going!