Wade competed in the 70.3 Oceanside Ironman triathlon. For those of you unfamiliar with triathlon, that's half the distance of what is normally considered an "Ironman". But quite a feat none the less. That 70.3 distance includes a 1.2 mile swim, a 56 mile bike and a 13.1 mile run. A little perspective...it's like swimming, biking and running from our house in Laguna Niguel to Carlsbad and back. Or going from downtown SLC to Provo and back. Or from the river in St. Louis to Wentzville and back. Daunting right? Tess and I made a day of cheering him on, he remained strong and steady the entire distance, making us proud as could be. It's hard for me sometimes to be a spectator. I find myself wishing and wanting to be competing as well, but Saturday I was glad to watch Wade push some physical limits and find success and satisfaction is doing so. And yes, I cried at the finish line. I always cry at finish lines. Is there anymore joyful, proud, rewarding place than a finish line? Way to go Buster.
7 comments:
Way to go Buster!! We are happy for you that you did so well. What a guy!
Good Job Wade! Just wait until Tessa starts walking, then you will be running marathons all day!
Awesome! That is a fabulous accomplishment.
thats great wade! congratulations ... miss you all
Good job Wade!
wadey, we are so proud! and promise to cheer really loud at the next one. breathe, sister. you will survive the year.
That is pretty darn cool. I love being at those events. The atmosphere is just so awesome. So will you ever be doing one together? Sounds so cool.
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