First things first… this poster. Yes, it basically sums up life right now. Don’t you think? Let’s all take that pride and run with it. Ready, set, go!
Okay phew, got that out of my system.
Well, 48 hrs have past since our little MULTIPLE CHOICE. I haven’t talked much with the hubs, but I know he’s got a still on his mind. In fact, I actually caught him writing a DRAFT blog post today. WOW, that means something. Thoughts on paper are a good sign. But all I can do at this very moment is be an encouragement, no matter what he decides to do with the rest of the season.
Speaking of encouragement, this past weekend was full of Sherpa’s encouraging their friends, spouses, family members, etc. I just loved it! I got to play “momma” sherpa to a lot of our friends and fellow athletes, and that makes me happy. I thought I’d give you a little sneak peak into my side of things on race day. The sherpa side.
Here’s a vlog that sums it up and pictures to follow. 
One of my favorite parts about “sherpa-ing” is catching those candid moments. The focus, the drive, the determination, the passion. You can see it in their eyes. It’s priceless.
4am…..
The change up— > duathlon pro start…
Solid bike and transition….
Finishing the run… toughing it out before having to let the knee rest.
Our fellow friends and athletes KILLING it on race day. So proud! Go Jim and Sarah. Oh and Sarah just so happened to WIN the women’s pro race. Way to go SARAH!
The long 9 hr drive home….
Races don’t define the athlete, the athlete defines himself/herself with hard work, dedication, and passion. Sure, placing well is a bonus, especially when it’s your livelihood. But what you see “behind the scenes” of race day is far more impressive. Well, to me at least! I maybe a wee bit bias. 
No questions today friends, just pictures. Thanks for letting me share!
Cheers,
LC
Great post Linds! Sorry it was a rough wknd but I think you guys have a lot more to come. Love all the pics as usual and the dude in the video just hanging out in his speedo cracked me up 🙂
Hugs <3
LOL! I was hoping someone would catch the speedo guy. TOO FUNNY!
Know what I love about you? Your pride not only in the things that you accomplish…but also in what your hubby accomplishes.
I’m definitely proud of him, his attitude, and his passion. And you know what i love about you?…. YOU!
I love that poster! How awesome and true! You both have a great attitude on the race. And you truly inspire me, my friend
thank you lisa. Attitude is everything, at least thats what i remind myself. haha. Right?
I’ve never been to a race like that, so I loved this video! (Truthfully, I love all your videos, and I NEVER watch vlogs, except yours!) And I think the sherpa side looks more fun. And far less painful. 😉
That really sucks about the swim though. Was there no way to move it to an inside swim? I guess they’d have to alter the course quite a bit then for the transitions and such.
Great attitude. Both of you!!
ya, no way to alter that course. Bugger. I think the pros still should have raced it but that is just my two cents. oh and love that watch my vlogs. Does that mean if I make a vlog about oatmeal, you’d still watch? ahhh haaaaa!!!
I absolutely love that poster!
And yeah, you’re right! Races don’t define the athlete, for sure!
We need it Stuck on our fridge, right?
we need fridge magnets made, right! 😛
If you do one in NM you’re detouring to CO to see me, k?
DEAL!
Love that saying at the bottom and I think you can use it in all aspect of life. The ‘end result’ doesn’t define you- your actions and hard work do!
words to live by, yes?!
A) This post is amazing.
B) I need a sherpa.
C) I am so impressed by how well you write and how gracious you are to reply to so many comments. Major props.
oh gosh, thank you Bekah! haha I don’t think I am a real writer but I love sharing. and of course I love staying in touch. <3
Oh Lindsay – always an inspiration. The two of you have such a good thing going and I love that you both know it. I always leave your blog feeling inspired, encouraged and better for having read it.
You are a dream Sherpa and the two of you will be a great team in whatever comes next. Sending love your way!
thank you michelle, what a true compliment coming from you. I admire how you care for you family and am always encouraged with your words. xxoo
Placing well is a bonus – I love that.
You guys are both studs in my opinion. Dream team.
I think we should start our own mama sherpa (merpa?) company!
OMG!! I am cracking up. Let’s make Merpa shirts! You are clever!
I know this is hard time (and I’m sure it is hard for you too, to just wait) but I’m glad you are approaching those decisions with such a positive attitude. As always, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Laura, you know I (we) appreciate you… ALWAYS!
Thanks for the share. Your posts are always spot on and I love the poster. Would make a great shirt!
oh i like that idea for a shirt too! It can apply to sooo many things in life, you know?
You are the model sherpa, in every way. I love the video and the images you capture (no NH! Sad!)…and in seeing James’ blog, he seems pretty matter of fact about things but positive, even if frustrated at the same time. You two are such a good team. ((hug))
but there is a rhodle island and a maine race! Maybe we can go there! and then go to your lake house in maine!!! haha, i love how i am planning this.
Ummm that poster is absolutely perfect Lady! You two are such wonderful people 🙂
i think that poster can apply to anything too, ya know?!
ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhh. PERFECTLY said. love love love. i dont even have a comment. i just relate. and agree. and love it! happy wednesday LC!
relate we will. Love you!
Good reminders here. It was great to meet you this weekend, you are such a doll. James has such a good attitude, A smile even through disappointment. Thank you for the love grown too 🙂
SONJA!! SO glad to randomly connect with you. LOVE THAT!! Hope we get to do it again soon. THanks for the encouragement. Tell Beason hello. Cheers and happy training!
I love the poster. If there is anything I have learned the past couple days it is that life gives you obstacles for a reason, and if you embrace them they will only make you stronger.
You guys are great people and I know after a little processing and reflecting you will come out on the other side to great things and be even better for it!
TOTALLY ASH! Well said. You put my exact thoughts into words.
Although it was on a very different level, I always enjoyed cross country meets. Cheering for friends/teammates on the course as they sweat it out and pass other runners was fun. There’s so much going on that you don’t see if you’re only at the finish line!
oh i think that is on the same level for sure! Athletes are athletes at any sport and being a spectator/sherpa is so important. I bet you have awesome yelling lungs! hehe.
LOVE what you say about races not defining an athlete but an athlete being defined by his/her passion and drive and hard work — beautifully put and so spot-on. I hope the hubs collects his thoughts and works through this past race, with your help (oh Sherpa!) of course. You’re the best Sherpa around, seriously. I could learn from you. A LOT.
ahh me too. I think the best way to encourage is to give him space. You know how that is. Sometimes it’s solitude that is needed. Right!?
Love that last paragraph. That is important part of being a great sportsman. What a lucky guy to have you as his Sherpa! Such an inspiring couple!
it’s funny, cause i think the same of you and tony. Great team! How is everything? If you have time, email me an update. Been thinking about ya.
I love that poster! Thanks for sharing these pics, it is amazing to see what really goes on behind the scenes of races like this.
I will continue to keep you and the hubs in my mind, hoping for health and recovery. <3 XOXO
thanks Sam! Love that support. xoxo
Love the post and all the pics! I can only imagine everything it takes to be an athlete, and I’m sure that having you as a support is amazing :). You and the hubs are so lucky <3.
we are, i agree. SUpport is a blessing. We will embrace that for sure! Hey how’s the wedding planning going?
It’s good! We just booked our photographer 🙂
You two are on a journey to more wonderful and amazing things ahead!!
So proud of your hubby!!!
love you!
you always make us feel loved. your hubs and little man are blessed to have YOU!
i want that poster for my apartment!
hoping JC is healing and recovering – and gearing up for the next race. there is always a next race – a new journey – a fresh start.
he is recovering. I think its getting better. Have you chatted with him yet? If so, stroke his ego a little. hehe. How are YOU!? New plan working out well?
Great job, Sherpa 🙂
thanks lisa. I like this job. 😛
So cool and so inspiring! I am with you about how an athlete defines himself/herself. It is not about time but about perseverance and dedication!
Lovin all the pix!
amen to that! a true test.
Yay finally seeing new layout 😉 “Races don’t define the athlete, the athlete defines himself/herself with hard work, dedication, and passion.” I love this idea. I really never thought about it before to be honest, but it’s really true. Thank you for sharing as always.
well you are a true athlete! i get a peak at what you do and it’s the passion and drive that defines YOU!
I love the vlog & pics. I have a solution…race Quassy. I’ve never seen a duathlon at a Rev3 race. hehe and I’ll be there!! 😉 and there is no NEW anywhere there!
so far QUASSY is in the plan. Hope i get to come!!!
Love your quote about how races don’t define the athlete…so true! And pictures speak for themselves…the joy of being a sherpa is catching all those lovely moments 🙂
i agree. sherpa’s get the best moments on camera. priceless!
SO well said “the athlete defines herself/himself” not easy to do sometimes but certain the meaning in it all. The behind the scene is really a FUN place… my hubs just wrote a guest blog on the very topic. Putting it up this week. So sorry thing did not go well this race… I have so much empathy, always many, many prayers coming your way. <3 ya! xoxo
oh can’t wait to read the blog post by the hubs. keep me posted. <3 you!
I love both the poster and the saying at the end. I agree…Thanks for sharing your pictures, video, and thoughts on the weekend. xoxo
it’s a joy to share with such amazing support like YOU!
“Races don’t define the athlete, the athlete defines himself/herself with hard work, dedication, and passion” Hear, Hear!! Hold your heads up and continue on, right? Love you guys.
I knew you could relate. Passion is a MUST!
I love this post, too.
Your love for him and of him shines through.
<3 ... still free this week?
Thanks for sharing these awesome pics and that video, I loved seeing them on instagram as you posted them. I’m SO happy you and your man have each other in your lives–not only for sherpa skills, but for the epic support you give one another. It’s truly inspiring! 🙂
Have a blessed and beautiful day Linds!
Thank you Alex. So glad instagram has brought us closer, hehe. that and GOD of course. <3
Yay, thanks for sharing! Tell Jimbo I like his speedy biking hat 😉 Misty would like a hat like that (he’s obsessed with hats at the minute!)
AND YAY, your blog design is showing up properly for me now… it was all on the opposite side before, now I can see it 🙂 Looks great, so sunny and happy!
another reason you all need to move to the states, misty and james could play bicyles. hehe
It is such a well written post. So are so right – races don’t define athletes. The same way numbers don’t define us. It is all about that great bumpy journey, not the final destination. Thinking of both of you!
SOO true. You can apply this to life and our self confidence as well vera.
Gosh this post almost brought me to tears. I miss racing! I miss triathlon! But at the same time, I am at a new place in life that I also love – and Im sure I will do another tri someday, just not competitively. You and the hubs WILL figure it all out. I cant imagine the confusion and anxiety he (and the two of you as a team) must face when trying to determine your path for the future. So many things to think about, passions and loves, but also finances, family planning?….., etc. But really, with the two of you together, no decision will be a bad one. You will always have eachother, and that will bring happiness to any situation, place, time, or trouble.
<3 always here, always readin'
oh thank you lauren. I miss you! I wish you were here in austin but I am excited for all the new things going on your life in CA> maybe a tri will be in the future. Keep me posted on life, etc. You are important to me.
That poster is AWESOME. I just want to say that I love ya and am praying for you guys and that holy cow you’ve got a lot if greatness ahead of you. God’s just giving you little tests. 🙂 HUGS!!!!!! Oh and you’ve got some great Sherpa skills to catch those moments.
Your prayers are like gold to us! Amazing and so blessed to have them.