Busy next couple of months

Wow - looking at our schedule - Jeff has a very busy next couple of months! Duathons and Triathlons are perfect primers to take him into the winter months preparing for Powerman Alabama.

Unfortunately, people have added races to his schedule that may or may not be true :-(. Wish people wouldn't do that. I have a hard enough time keeping straight what is planned! All this does is create unnecessary drama that we do not desire in our lfe!!

Powerman Alabama?

Just found out that this will be the week that AJ and Rebecca are on Spring Break! Hmmmmm Jeff - what do you think? Nice way to kick off the season.

Hot Night for a Duathlon

Jeff has decided to add into his training schedule a couple of duathlon races. Last night we ventured down to a spot he has raced in the past. It was a little warmer than it seemed but there was a great crowd out for the last one of this series. The first run I was afraid he might have gone out a little fast, but after talking to him, he was very happy with the first run.

He was in the top 5 coming in off the run and actually surprised me with his transition time. He was smiling as he was heading out on the bike. I know how long it should take him on the bike, but standing around, time drags on forever!! I did have a 70 yr old lady keep me company, she was very amusing and did help the time pass.

After the first loop on the run, Jeff actually look great. I can usually tell by his running style on how he feels. I didn't see the "shuffle" or "lean" so I knew he still felt well.

His typical look at the finish line - actually I have a couple other photos, but decided not to post those :-) The look on his face for those photos is priceless!

We talked on the way home about the race. He was thrilled with all 3 events, was happy with his times. We thought he came in 2nd overall, but you always hate to say anything until you see it in writing. But, yep - 2nd Overall. Looking at his posted times and transitions, I am thrilled. Even though he is a year older, his times are still where they should be.

I didn't realize how much I have missed the duathlon races - now we will be looking for more to do. It is too late in the summer to look for primers for qualifying for anything "big" - but this December - google search will get a workout!

Very proud of you

Carded

Big step this season - Jeff wanted his USAT card renewed. Now to discuss where he wants to take this renewed adventure. I do know he is planning on a Duathlon (I hope they offer long course) Wed evening. This is how we started our adventure towards Team USA World Duathlons 10 years ago. Not sure if that is really where either one of us wants to go again, but? Who knows.

My Bike is FIXED!

My bike now shifts like my old one did - thanks to Tran (I know that isn't how you spell his name). Brought his tools and bike stand to Weilers on Saturday - 30 minutes and it is like it should be. I got in 35 miles today with it shifting like it should - and I knocked 10 minutes off my time!!!!

Jeff traveled south and rode with M.C. He had a great ride with you today. Thanks for opening up your home to him. He is now safely tucked away in bed snoring.

Tuesday Fun

Continuing with the chronicles of Jeff's 60th year! He had a great ride tonight with a very special friend M.C. Dinner/Date with two special people afterwards at BW3s.

Thanks for helping Jeff sleep really good tonight :-)

Day After

Jeff called early in the afternoon - knowing I'm on deadline tonight and will be up until probably 4 am - wanted a date night :-) Love those nights. His legs felt great but still opted for an upper body work out.

Met me for dinner - love not having to cook every night (plus he has a week's worth of lunch in the fridge)

He is off to bed snoring and I am still up working. I get to sleep in and if it isn't raining, off for a long bike ride.

Night all.