As I grow older, the world seems to grow smaller.
Sometimes having connections in unusual places can be a really good thing; like when I went to the airport with my jet-setter friend DJ Kidd. The ticket agent took one look at my very large bike box and commented “you must be with Mr. Kidd, no luggage fee today.” It made me feel kind of awesome.
But last week when I heard about the devastating earthquake in Japan and resulting tsunamis in the Pacific, my thoughts were instantly with some of my favorite people, currently in Japan, Hawaii and the West Coast. Luckily, even though I feared the worst, everything turned out ok for my friends, though the images of Japan are still really sad.
It’s kind of wild how something happening so far away could have such an immediate impact on me. Truthfully, I know I wouldn’t be the same person without my friends, both near and far. Thank goodness for social media keeping us all connected!
Here in Atlanta, things are starting to pick up, training-wise. The recent beautiful weather coupled with a few great rides and runs has me looking forward to my upcoming races.
This weekend I’m running the Publix Georgia Half Marathon here in Atlanta. I’ve lived in Georgia long enough to call Atlanta home, and there’s nothing I love better than running through some of my favorite parts of the city. The half marathon also marks the official start of Walking with K-Peasey, which is sure to be a huge success.
I officially registered for my first triathlon of the season – the Rev3 Triathlon in Knoxville, Tennessee. The Olympic distance race (1500 meter swim, 40k bike, and 10k run) isn’t until May, but I’m already excited about it. I raced in Knoxville last year and loved it. Now I’m committed to getting as many friends and teammates as possible to join me. All races are more fun with friends, so if you’re thinking about racing in May come to Knoxville!
Finally, the Women’s Swimming & Diving NCAA Championships start this Thursday. That means by Saturday night I need to have all my Georgia T-shirts clean and ready for Diablo to wear next week to celebrate the Bulldog victory! Luckily, I have Ebeth to help me out with this – yes, my mom sent my coach a surprise care package:
Apparently there was a long line at the post office...
It’s going to be an exciting week!
