Monthly Archives: September 2007

The Most “A” of “A” Races

Posted on September 14, 2007 by 21cm

My next race is Sunday. It is my “A” race because this event was where it all started for me with triathlon. In 2000 I did this race on a Schwinn Varsity 10 speed that I had ridden 3 times. … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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IM WI – The Finish

Posted on September 13, 2007 by 21cm

After watching the run from a particular spot on State Street Jenny, Ally and I moved over to an area closer to the finish. We yelled and cheered and called out to the Ironmen to try to help keep them … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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IM WI – the middle

Posted on September 11, 2007 by 21cm

After watching the swim IronMomJenny her adorable daughter Ally and I reported to duty in T1 to slather the athletes in sunscreen. A few Pros were still coming through but they were not stopping for anything. They just blew through … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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IM WI 07 – The Start

Posted on September 11, 2007 by 21cm

The real start for me was Saturday afternoon when I rolled into Madison. IronMomJenny picked me up at the airport with her daughter Ally and Jumper 2.0 in tow and we headed back the the hotel. A couple of hours … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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I’m Back!

Posted on September 11, 2007 by 21cm

It is 1:30AM and I am reading blogs when I should be sleeping. I am totally exhausted from my inaugural trip to experience an Ironman. I guess I just can’t get enough! I was there and yet I find myself … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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I’m Back!

Posted on September 11, 2007 by 21cm

It is 1:30AM and I am reading blogs when I should be sleeping. I am totally exhausted from my inaugural trip to experience an Ironman. I guess I just can’t get enough! I was there and yet I find myself … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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And Now I’m Off!

Posted on September 7, 2007 by 21cm

My flight for Madison, WI leaves at 6 AM tomorrow – ugh. Good thing I know how to sleep on airplanes! When I get there I’ll be sleeping with 3 men I’ve never met before. That’s right – I’m putting … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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And Now I’m Off!

Posted on September 7, 2007 by 21cm

My flight for Madison, WI leaves at 6 AM tomorrow – ugh. Good thing I know how to sleep on airplanes! When I get there I’ll be sleeping with 3 men I’ve never met before. That’s right – I’m putting … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Name your Bionic Part

Posted on September 5, 2007 by 21cm

I like to think triathletes and runners would answer this differently – at least the guys. Thanks for the link to Feministing Continue reading →

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Life Is Glorious

Posted on September 2, 2007 by 21cm

Today I went on a ladies only bike ride with 5 ladies and another lady with cajones. I believe his presence was a case of new love that could not withstand a Sunday morning apart. His lady wanted to go … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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