The Spudman - Our Annual Triathlon!

Our crazy month of July was finished off with the annual Spudman event. I was happy to accomplish the triathlon for my 2nd time, joined by my Dad who completed it for his 3rd time, and Paul, Megan, and Taylor who did it as a team. It was great to have Paul join in the fabulous event. He has become quite the biker. Kelly, on the end of the picture, is Megan's roommate and friend and she continues to inspire us all with her biking and running accomplishments.

I can't say that I will be in a triathlon when I am my Dad's age. It is quite impressive that he flies out to Idaho to swim a mile in the frigid snake river, jump on an unfamiliar bike to ride 26 miles, and then runs 6.2 miles through the sunny fields. He has set an amazing example. Races became a Daddy daughter bond when I was in High School. Therefore it means a great deal to both of us whenever we get to participate in a race together. I appreciate all his efforts. It was awesome!

A Few Spudman Realizations:

It is much more challenging to train when you have a child (thanks Annie and Kathy for all the babysitting)
Current or no current - swimming is a challenge for me
All bike seats hurt
There is really nothing easy about a triathlon. It feels so good when you cross the finish line though and I am excited to do it again!