Sunshine/Full Moon/Rainbow Day

I haven't been able to be on the bike in a long time.  Today was the day.  I probably rode a little further than I should have - ran out of water, etc.  BUT, the freedom I felt on the bike is wrapped up into the sunshine/full moon/beautiful rainbow feeling.

Vacation

We started our "surprise" anniversary vacation today.  First stop is Macon GA.  Not exactly the honeymoon suit - but it will get better in the next few days.

There will be one surprised guy in the next couple of days.  Photos to follow after Sunday!

First Bike Race

Jeff has focused on his triathlon skills and raced his first bike race tonight.  We are both thrilled with the results - comparing his age to others.  

The personal challenge for Jeff - he felt he rose to the occasion.  The task of getting the new business building built - getting ready to go on a 10 day vacation - he should be very happy.

Running and riding have paid a price this year - but you know what?   We are happy.  He has had to nurse me to health, keep the home front going plus all of the other "stuff" in life.  We are so ready for this vacation!

Love ya honey - we will celebrate our anniversary in style :-)

4th of July Ride

The weather hasn't been the best.  Last year I complained because everything was wilting due to no rain ---- this year I can't keep up with the yard work because of the rain. 

Jeff headed out early this morning for his 60+ miles and was home by 11:30.  I was thrilled.  We both got what we wanted - he got his long ride and me - my "honey do" list being taking care.

Much thanks to TB for the long early ride.  Jeff is still laughing over the group of riders that you "blew away" - Those dang young whipper snappers-lol.

Hopefully Friday will dry up.  Dr. said I can try to wear my helmet which means he said it is ok to ride my bike -- YEAH.  This has been 4 very long weeks.

No Worries

Had to use that as our title.  West Milton Triathlon #30 is now in the history books. 

Once Again Speedy Feet did a excellent job in holding the race.  Water level was great in the river, weather was perfect - was great to see the Speedy Triathlon Gang.

Won't bore you with details (until I have all my photos) - but no worries (I know I already said that once) but Jeff had a no nothing day - boat glided through the water, his feet knew the route and his bike needed no chain to win the race today. 

Waiting to see how he came in overall, but a first in solo with the number of competitors he'll gladly take.

Nursing

Jeff makes an excellent nurse!  He sat for 4 plus hours during my surgery, brought home a dazed me and put me on the couch and waited on me hand-n-foot for the weekend.  I slept fine on the couch, who wouldn't with the drugs I have.  I know it had to kill his back and neck, but Jeff slept on the couch also.

Thank you for taking such great care of me - love you!

Nice way to start the racing season

Little Miami has usually been the first triathlon race of the year, and this year it was no different.  I never know what to expect from Jeff.  Pre-race jitters can attack him and I didn't think it did this year.  He has his typical "head up his rear" the day before, which actually can be a good thing for racing.  That means he is totally focused on the race, but bad for me - he develops his very limited memory.

The ride down to Morgan's was a fairly quiet one.  We both kept our eyes on the black cloud that seemed to following us.  The race was a go when were left home, but typical Ohio weather can play havoc with a triathlon. 

The closer we got, we found a beautiful blue sky.  A river that seemed to be at a great level.  After loading his canoe we headed to the start.  Bike setup in "his" place (he has had the same place for years!) we headed down killer hill.  They had changed the route of the trail, added new wood steps but couldn't get rid of the slippery mud.

Jeff started in the second wave, which is always good.  As they said "go" Jeff got his one and only nervous start for the year.  A deep breath and he settled down.  He was determined nobody would beat him down the river, and he was right, nobody did.

He said he was happy with his run, as he said .... every year it gets just a little harder to run.  His transition was very smooth and fast (which made me happy). 

I headed up to the finish line not knowing what to expect.  There were a couple of bikes that took off around his time, and you just never know what can/will happen.

I saw a bike heading into the finish line and was very happy to see it was Jeff!  He let out a "hell yes" for me and finished running his bike over the line. 

Since I had to photograph Tipp's Graduation, we didn't stick around.  It stinks having to wait for them to post results, but needless to say we were both thrilled wit the results.

Jeff placed 1st out of 88 single competitors (beat the 2nd place by almost 4 minutes) and 7th out of 852 finishers.  Now that deserves a "HELL YES"!