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2006-06-05 8:29 AM

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Subject: Brand spankin new Triathlete!!
Hey everyone, I finally became a Triathlete on Saturday. What a great feeling I had and still have. I admit there were a few times I wanted to give up (TAKING IN A LUNG FULL OF LAKE WATER WOULD BE ONE) but I didn't and that I think was my greatest accomplishment for the day. My time, if they ever get posted, are not going to set any records for sure. My less than skillfull transistions were fodder for America's Funniest Videos. But I have to say it was the most fun I've had in a long time while experiencing that much pain. Thanks to anyone and everyone who supported me on this first step. I know I can count on my BT friends for advice and encouragement as I continue on. WOOO HOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


2006-06-05 8:35 AM
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Congradulations on your great accomplishment over the weekend!!! I cannot wait until Sept when I get that feeling.

What were the distances you raced over the weekend?
2006-06-05 8:44 AM
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Woo hoo indeed.

Lake water is yummy.
2006-06-05 9:51 AM
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Congratulations Triathlete !!!!!!!!!  

I think for most of us, parts of our first race would qualify for that funny videos show!  Doesn't it feel fabulous to set a goal and accomplish it?  It's great to hear that you enjoyed yourself too!

So...are you hooked on this nutty sport now? 

2006-06-05 9:56 AM
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Congrats! I know how that lake water tastes....I got a few mouthfulls on Sundy.
2006-06-05 10:28 AM
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Congrats, now keep up the good work.


2006-06-05 10:34 AM
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Congrats!!  Sure feels good, doesn't it?
2006-06-05 10:56 AM
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Yea,

They were offering water going into T1. I declined since I'd drank enough already
2006-06-05 11:32 AM
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Who got to spank you?
2006-06-05 5:34 PM
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Congrats!  My first was on Sat - what a feeling!
2006-06-05 5:45 PM
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MMMMM...LAAAAKE WAAATER... (Just think Homer Simpson.)

Congratulations! It's a great feeling, isn't it? I can't wait for my next in August!


2006-06-05 5:50 PM
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HoganBC - 2006-06-05 3:34 PM

Congrats!  My first was on Sat - what a feeling!


Hey Jim, Which TRI did you do on Sat?
2006-06-05 6:58 PM
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Great Job!
2006-06-05 7:39 PM
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Great Job! What a great feeling!
2006-06-05 8:49 PM
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Fantastic!!

I'm looking forward to being in your shoes next week.  I suspect I'll have a few of those "funniest home video moments" in the transitions, as well, but I figure it will all be part of the learning process. 

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