The Happy Turtle's Journey to the Start: An Ironman Tale

For those of you that believe that you have to be sleek, slim, cut and fast to be an Ironman, think again! Some of our bodies just don’t fit that mold but we have the guts to set our intention, make a plan and see it to the end. In my heart, I believe that turtles CAN fly! The turtle society is not just challenged by fitness, but by the time limits imposed by race companies insisting we keep up with the status quo so they can get to the bars before last call. Well, I suppose there has to be a cut off or us turtles might be out there for days enjoying the sun on our backs. Some stare at the turtles on the course wondering why it even embarks on such a journey and what purpose it has. It is old, weathered, wrinkled, and slow no matter how you twist it. I just know that you can train a turtle and the turtle might teach you a thing or two along the way. We are old and wise and we have a shell that cannot be broken. We want a taste of victory just like our other friends. I cannot find another creature that I am most like. Join me on my journey from start to end to help the Happy Turtle win again!

Thursday, August 7, 2014

WARNING: 50 days to celebrate 50 is coming to a blog near you!

I just wanted to send out a warning that I plan to celebrate my 50th birthday for 50 days beginning this Saturday and ending with a big party at Ironman Chattanooga on September 28th.  You are all invited to participate in this party by doing something with the number 50 for yourself or someone else to help me celebrate.  I am accepting suggestions for 50 Epic Things to do during these 50 days.  Then I will tip toe quietly out of the spotlight and begin the second half of my life or take a long nap.












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