2009: The Year of the Trifecta!

Beginning in November 2008 I decided that it was time to try the impossible; I was going to complete my first Ironman. This was twice as long as anything I had ever completed before: a 2.4 mile swim, a 112 mile bike, and a 26.2 mile run. If that wasn’t bad enough, it would take nine months of training 6-7 days a week…argh! (Thanks for picking up all the slack Jules!!!!) If you started reading from the top of the page, you’ve probably guessed by now that I finished. It took a little over 14 hours, but I finished strong and I loved it! Thanks again to everyone who supported me, trained with me, and gave me advice on how to conquer this beast.

This was not the only beast conquered in 2009 though. I also completed the Pacific Crest half-Iron distance triathlon. This was absolutely one of the most beautiful places Jules and I have ever been! The race itself was amazing, but more importantly Jules and I (thanks to your help) have now crossed the $40,000 line for total money raised to help find a cure for cancer. Wow!!!

Drum-roll maestro…here comes the third and the happiest news of all…

I AM OFFICIALLY CANCER FREE!!! Yahooooo!!! In September, 2009 I went in for my 5-year cancer checkup and everything came up negative…no more cancer.

Now that my fight against cancer is officially over it’s time to fight even harder for all those who can’t fight for themselves. Jules and I are continuing our fundraising crusade until the ultimate finish line has been crossed- THE CURE!!

Here’s where we need your help. We are attempting yet one more outrageous event…we are going to do a Century Ride in Honolulu, Hawaii September, 26, 2010 and in the process raise over $10,000. This year’s effort will set yet one more milestone…our friends and family will have helped us raise over $50,000! Please make a donation to support our participation in Team In Training and help advance LLS's mission to find a cure for cancer.

I hope you will visit my web site often. Be sure to check back frequently to see my progress. Thanks for your support!