"For no particular reason I just kept on going. I ran clear to the ocean. And when I got there, I figured, since I'd gone this far, I might as well turn around, just keep on going." Forrest Gump
It's funny how no matter what, time doesn't stop. It's hard to believe we are three days and a wake up away from Ironman Florida. Karen, Robin, and I are going to Panama City today so that we have plenty of time to focus on US and the race. No husbands, no kids, no responsibilites...only what WE want to do when we want to do it. We use this time to reflect on our year of training and friendship. I know I've mentioned how close we are as friends but this particular training year has brought us even closer. We have poured out our souls to each other. We are going into this race more prepared than ever. We feel strong.
I got an email from Maggie about how excited she is about the race. I think it is one more thing that helps keep her connected to Mac. She also said she has asked God to allow us to be strong mentally and physically and to allow Mac to be with us on race day. WOW! How powerful is that, how could we not have a perfect day? No matter how bad it hurts on race day (and it will hurt), I will just think of Maggie and Charlie and know my pain is nothing compared to thiers.
We are racing in our "IRONMAC" jerseys and everyone coming over to watch us has "Girls Gone Iron Support Crew" t-shirts with the IronMac logo. I'm really excited and nervous and can't wait to get to Panama City today.
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Sherrie, Robin, Karen, and Michelle are training for Ironman Florida (2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike, 26.2 mile run) We are moms, wives, athletes and friends who balance life and who really enjoy our time training. I (Sherrie) am racing in memory of Mac Crutchfield, a 12 year old ATAC swimmer who died on August 23, 2008 in a tragic accident, while raising money for the Mac Crutchfield Foundation. I hope you will support me in raising money to honor a great young boy.
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Girls Gone Iron Favorite Training Verse
"He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak. Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary; they will walk and not be faint. Isaiah 40:29-31
IRONMAN FLORIDA 2009
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- Racing in memory of Mac Crutchfield June 24, 1996 - August 23, 2008
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