Observations: Women are gracious. All through-out the tri I heard women thanking those on the sidelines cheering and providing support. It is something I always try to do, when I can breathe of course, and I was happy to hear others taking the time to acknowledge those providing support! I also noticed how supportive women are in general. There was a real feeling of "we're in this together" and "we are awesome" amongst the athletes. I have noticed this at other "women only" events but not so much at mixed gender events.
Overheard: The announcer say my name as I came through the finish line, "Joyce Donges a Jersey Girl." I also heard Robin Thicke's Blurred Lines not long after I crossed the finish line. Along the run, "Go 122, you're doing great!"
Gratitude: So much to be grateful for on this day. To begin, the swim angel that talked me through my anxiety after swallowing a ton of water. My tri-buddy, Jackie, we have shared so much on our road to being tri-athletes. And finally, so grateful for my wonderful hubby that will get out of bed at 4:40 in the morning to be sure that I make it to my events on time. I could not do it without his unwavering support.
Favorite Moment: It was finding Mark helping out where the ladies were posting the results. He knew how anxious I was and ventured over to the results tent and then ended up their "tape guy."
