Tri for a Cure

Years ago, Kendall suckered Amy into doing her first Triathlon.  From that point on... Amy was Hooked!  As the years progressed, Kendall and Amy would sucker some other friends to join.  This year was a a whole new level.  We had EIGHT women doing the tri with us (two girls who were doing it for the first time).  We had Kendall, Amy, Alisa, Sarah, Angie, DeAnna & Jess (Kendall's neighbors) and Meghan (Angie's friend).

The early crew: Sarah, Amy, Angie and Alisa.

Ready for the race: Amy, Deanna, Jess, Alisa & Kendall

This particular year was Epic due to our cheering section.  The boys cheering us on were so popular; it was like hanging with famous people.  At least five people asked to take their picture and they were announced over the loud speaker twice!

The perfect way to class up any event, the triathlon cheer squad.

This year was a bit tough for Amy - training with two kids under three = Very Difficult.  As such, she knew it would be a tough tri and it lived up to expectations.  Amy was still glad she did it and will ensure she is fully trained before 2013's Triathlon. 

One funny story was that Amy started out her tri doing her swim.  Keep in mind that Amy doesn't wear contacts; so her vision is slightly impaired.  They started off and Amy led the pack; in fact - She was very proud she left the pack by the first bouy (normally it takes longer for her to get in front).  She kept swimming until she had a canoe come up and tell her ... "you are off course and missed Bouy #2."  She had to go Back to 2nd bouy.  She didn't see the 2nd one (thought there were only three on the course; not four) as it was directly into the sun.  Whoops!  Ended up adding 2-3 minutes just to get back on course.  After this crazy start to her tri - it was a comedy of errors.  They weren't even "excuses" as to why she had a bad finishing time - just became funny.

Amy's favorite part of the race she will never forget.  Kasey and Karsten were excited to cheer for Mommy.  During her run, she sees her fans coming up as she ran toward them.  Karsten was jumping up and down, shaking his cowbell and yelling for his mommy.  His face was brighter than the sun when he saw mommy.  Just warmed her soul.  Then as she passed... he tried to keep up with mommy.  She had to tell him he couldn't run with her and that she would see him again soon.  Didn't take long for him to crumple onto the floor into a hysterical crying ball of sadness.  Made her want to run faster so she could get him back in her arms.

Can I run with you Mommy?

 

Couldn't you have carried me like this on your run Mommy?

Amy was glad when she crossed the finish line and was proud that she was able to complete it.  Had a great time sharing all the fun with Eight Lovely Ladies and can't wait until next year!