So, Skeese' Greets Triathlon didn't happen. Arv's been running a high fever for nearly 3 days now, and I didn't have the heart to leave him alone this morning for the race. He was still running a 100 degree fever at 5am this morning. Going for the triathlon would mean I'd be away for 7 hours straight, without any possibility of him being able to contact me. With Arv being sick, and the recent loss of my grandfather, I was not focused on the race. There are some things more important than racing - like your loved ones.
What was touching was how supportive my friends were. Santhosh & Gau offered to keep an eye on Arv so I could go for the race, and Char offered to come with me to New Braunfels to cheer me on, so I wouldn't have to drive alone. That was really sweet! It made me realize how lucky Arv & I have been to make good friends in Austin.
In the end, I thought it was more important to be with Arv, and even if I went for the race, my mind would not be there. Besides, there are always going to be races to do.
That said I've set my sights on scouting for a new Sprint Distance Tri to do this summer. I still intend to achieve my goal of 3 TRIs in 3 months, inspite of the unexpected change of course.
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Hey girl...hope Arv is feeling better!! He was defn your top priority on Sun morning!!
There are defn other Sprint Tris coming up - Dilloman is coming up on Sept 9th...And the Longhorn Tri on Oct 6th - 2 great events!!
I won't be able to do 'em but I'll be there with my pom poms for sure!!
I am deliberating over whether or not to do just one more...
Actually, I was planning on smuggling beer for him when you were gone :)
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