More on this post later, it's getting late and I need to get up early... but, I have to say, I really like my life. That's not to say that I'm not constantly pushing myself because it isn't' good enough, or that I don't have enough time to do the things I enjoy, or that I don't make enough money, or that I'm jonesing for a bear claw.. but really, it's really a wonderful thing to be surrounded my such wonderful people in TCSD. That of course, would be the Triathlon Club of San Diego. Today we had a club meeting with Samantha McGlone.. I'm sure I've written about her in my previous posts.... but it was great. She's a great speaker and I do have to say... I'm all for the Canadian humor. And she is one fast-red-headed-Irish-named-freckled-freak. And I say "freak" in only the best way. She's fast, like mad-fast, and (when not racing) is quite humble about it. When she's racing... watch out, her hair's red because it's on fire!
She made some really great points - stick to your plan when you race. You will feel like crap, that's part of the plan.. just push through it and keep going. Apparently feeling like poo is supposed to be ok...
One day I wish I to ride like Sam.... I'll never run like her.. but maybe one day I may be a decent rider....
And then there was Saul. That is of course, Saul Raisin. He didn't speak at the meeting as he was at a local bike shop, Nytro, yesterday and told his story. I was bummed I couldn't make it, but I did get a chance to speak to him for a few minutes after the meeting, and I have to say - he is one gentle, warm & friendly man. He's been through a lot, and I can't imagine being the one who is told your career as you've known it is over. You cannot ride for your team. But it's still early. Maybe after some time when he can prove his healed body is worthy of racing again will they let him back into the carbon gates. In any care, look for his cause - he'll be promoting the funding & research of brain trauma. A whole new world just opend for Saul. I wish him the best on his new adventure.Ok, time for bed....
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