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My Big Tri, with tiny bubbles, a caterpillar, and ice.
We watched the sun rise on the boat as we anticipated the start. Shortly after 6:30am the inevitable got closer one person at a time, three seconds apart. “Really?” I uttered as I was told to jump. I was more … Continue reading
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I blame the squirrel!
disclaimer: quickly written, unedited post. Please be kind. I’m sick! Not super sick. Just kinda sick. Just sick enough that it’s interfering with my training and making me anxious. Eight days ago, last Monday my day started super awesome, … Continue reading
Reviving my strength
I was passed flushed. I was a strange tint from both being hot and oxygen being drained from my face to my quivering muscles. I was slightly embarrassed at how hard it felt but I was desperate not to let … Continue reading
Something Magical: My Watershed Biking Moment
Almost as soon as I finalized registration I got a sinking sense of dread, “Oh, no. What have I gotten myself into?” I had selected the Trinona international distance triathlon because it had gotten a great reputation and I felt … Continue reading
Rainbow Quinoa Salad
This is an excellent summer salad. I planned on making it as a pre-race dinner weeks ago. I’ll take it with me tomorrow afternoon when I drive to Winona for the Trinona triathlon. It would be cool and refreshing and … Continue reading
My triathlon journey
I swam before I walked. I grew up as an otter playing in a semi-weightless world. I loved the freedom of creative movement in the water. Of course my disciplined dad also taught me the four competitive strokes. He would … Continue reading
Midwest With Zest 