You’ve Done It. You’re an Ironman.
Tuesday, September 11, 2007
The interesting thing about nearing the end of a 140.6 mile Ironman journey: you feel like sprinting toward the finish line one hundred yards away. What was once considered impossible is nearly accomplished. At times you couldn't wait for this journey to conclude, now, you don't want it to end. Savor the moment. High five some spectators. Pump your fist in the air. Smile for the camera. You’ve Done It. You’re an Ironman.
response from Bill Cragg...
Yes we are all IRONMEN!
I got a voice message from Pep this morning which I believe sums up much of what we may all be feeling this morning.......WITHDRAWLS.
This must be the feeling that many get and the reason why they do it again. It is a surreal moment this morning as I wish I could be setting up another bag. It almost feels as if we didn't race and there's still more yet to do. Talking with co-workers about it gets laughs but they don't understand. That's why the car ride home last night was important and as momentous as the race itself. Reflection, laughter, (no tears...Sorry Scott) and comraderie. Although it won't be several days a week, we will still work out together and laugh and talk about the day. Do we reflect in such a way as to consider it back when I did an Ironman with my friends or do we sign up and get excited about Memphis in May again. If you don't know what I am talking about try to remember the reflection in the eyes of Tom Stringer during race day when we passed him. You could see, not envy, but a sense that he was being called back home. He seemed as excited to be spectating as we did at the finish. There's always 2009. Who knows, maybe some of our wives will be ready by then.
I love you guys! It was an incredible journey never forgotten. On to the next goal!
Bill
PS : Rumor is that the good doctors are marking the event permanently this afternoon for those interested.
response from Bill Cragg...
Yes we are all IRONMEN!
I got a voice message from Pep this morning which I believe sums up much of what we may all be feeling this morning.......WITHDRAWLS.
This must be the feeling that many get and the reason why they do it again. It is a surreal moment this morning as I wish I could be setting up another bag. It almost feels as if we didn't race and there's still more yet to do. Talking with co-workers about it gets laughs but they don't understand. That's why the car ride home last night was important and as momentous as the race itself. Reflection, laughter, (no tears...Sorry Scott) and comraderie. Although it won't be several days a week, we will still work out together and laugh and talk about the day. Do we reflect in such a way as to consider it back when I did an Ironman with my friends or do we sign up and get excited about Memphis in May again. If you don't know what I am talking about try to remember the reflection in the eyes of Tom Stringer during race day when we passed him. You could see, not envy, but a sense that he was being called back home. He seemed as excited to be spectating as we did at the finish. There's always 2009. Who knows, maybe some of our wives will be ready by then.
I love you guys! It was an incredible journey never forgotten. On to the next goal!
Bill
PS : Rumor is that the good doctors are marking the event permanently this afternoon for those interested.
