Perspective

I had a dear old friend tell me something important this week.  She is a relatively new mom - well, not new new, but compared to me, new.  Her son is 5 (4?), and like most 5 yr olds is a handful right now.  A wonderful handful, to be sure.  She told me that whatever I accomplish in triathlon is fine, but she will always admire me most for raising Kayla on my own.  Talk about putting things in perspective.  I certainly made my share of mistakes as a parent, we all do, and there is lots I would do different.  But that statement really hit home with me, and helped me focus back on the things that matter.

I also watched some of the Kona-dream entries.  And shed a few tears.  I remembered that I am grateful to be able to do this at all.  Grateful that I have been given the physical ability to compete, and the mental ability to persevere.

Today I got out there and put in 50 miles on the bike, and felt pretty good.  A few small twinges in the hip flexor, but nothing major.  The bike fit seems to have made a huge difference, as has the new saddle. It was nice to ride with Michelle and Mark for the middle hour of my ride.

I'm reinvigorated for the training I have left for Kansas, and continue to be grateful for being able to swim, bike, run and all the other things I do.

Thanks Jenann for the reminder.  xoxox

Happy Training!
Kat