TRI to Make a Difference 2008

BJ and I competed in a triathlon this weekend in Amarillo. The Race Director is BJ's co-worker, Barry Lynch. Many of you have probably have heard us talk about his family. The race was inspired by their son Thomas. He was born with a rare neurological disorder. Thomas is the reason why we have become so interested in triathlons. The TRI to Make A Difference race was the 1st triathlon we participated in last year. It has been amazing to see how many people, like us, have become interested in these races on account of Thomas. This triathlon has become the biggest fundraiser for the Children's Miracle Network of Amarillo, Tx.

This year was especially fun because we both finished 1st in our age group divisions! BJ is in the most competitive age group right now! I am very proud of him. My parents, sister, and some good friends came out to watch and cheer us on. My super creative mom put together this video of clips from the race with music to back it up! It's pretty cute. At the beginning you will see the wave runner clearing out the dead fish. No joke! The lake "turned over" a couple of days before the race, depriving the fish of oxygen. It was pretty stinky.

We realize we are kind of dorky........not everyone can pull off spandex! But we had fun!