I recently got 5th place in Kelowna. The race morning started out beautifully. The water was a little chilly (no wetsuit though) and rough with white caps. I had one of my best swims yet, which I was very excited about! The bike was fun as it had a major hill each lap, making it interesting and during the run a storm came in with big winds and downpouring rain. It was a great race, and my host family was there cheering me on!
I am now on my way to Edinbourgh, Scotland for the World Duathlon Championship.
Monday, August 30, 2010
Saturday, August 21, 2010
Kelowna is beautiful
I knew it was going to be a good trip when I was given some free Ben and Jerry's ice cream on my flight here! I arrived in Kelowna yesterday, and waiting for me were two beautiful faces - Noreen and David, my hosts. David (6) was wearing a bright green shirt and carrying his favorite spiderman toy when I arrived. The two quickly helped me with my luggage and got me to my race meeting.
We went out to eat at an amazing restaurant where I had the fresh catch of the day and cheesecake with gelato for dessert. Once we got home, Noreen and I sat on their porch overlooking the mountains and had some coffee and maple fudge while David munched on his root beer licorice.
This morning I woke up to farm fresh eggs, bacon, yogurt, and fresh fruit from their garden. After breakfast, I played catch with David and went to the race site.
I feel so blessed to be able to stay with this family in such a beautiful city!
We went out to eat at an amazing restaurant where I had the fresh catch of the day and cheesecake with gelato for dessert. Once we got home, Noreen and I sat on their porch overlooking the mountains and had some coffee and maple fudge while David munched on his root beer licorice.
This morning I woke up to farm fresh eggs, bacon, yogurt, and fresh fruit from their garden. After breakfast, I played catch with David and went to the race site.
I feel so blessed to be able to stay with this family in such a beautiful city!
Sunday, August 15, 2010
It's been awhile
Since Canada, I have done a lot. I went to San Fran where I took 3rd place, and was the top American. Most recently I went to COS, Colorado for a training camp at the Olympic Training Center (OTC). The OTC was an amazing experience. The facilities were incredible, and the people I met were so incredibly nice and welcoming. They were very willing to teach and help.
Next up: I will be heading to Kelowna, Canada for an ITU Continental Cup. Then over Labor Day weekend I will be heading to Scotland for the World Duathlon Championship.
All is well at Ernst and Young. It has been almost a year - very exciting. The people I work with are extremely nice and everyone is understanding of my travels which has been a huge blessing.
Next up: I will be heading to Kelowna, Canada for an ITU Continental Cup. Then over Labor Day weekend I will be heading to Scotland for the World Duathlon Championship.
All is well at Ernst and Young. It has been almost a year - very exciting. The people I work with are extremely nice and everyone is understanding of my travels which has been a huge blessing.
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