Sunday, September 13, 2009

IronWill

Ellen's brother Will competed in his 2nd Madison IronMan Triathlon. He's nuts to do one and insane to do more than one! It's a 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike and then a marathon (26.2 miles)! My friend Molly asked: "they don't do that all in one day, right?" They sure do! That's why he's an Iron Man :) That's only one side of the bike transition area! Great conditions for the swim in Lake Menona Lookin good Will! He high five'd Mom's sign as he came out of the water and headed to his bike. Quick transition - we thought we missed him! Will's Fan Club: Joey, Bob, Patrick, Tom, Dale, Debbie, Bill & Sophia Jan, Leah & Grace, Drew, Ellen Susie boarding the bus to see him at Verona for the bike portion First lap at Verona - what a stud! Grammy and Sophia taking a walk Sophia is a good fan - she has had plenty of practice at all of Christian's games!2nd lap at Verona and feeling good enough to stick his tongue out at us :) Sophia is mapping out where to go next Cracking a smile for Patrick High five for uncle Kenny. Will didn't know he'd be there because he had a race that morning himself and came up after it. Aunt Susie running with Will Tom, Grace, Sophia and Ellen waiting at the finish line Go Will go! Proud parents with their IronMan * Will finished in 10:31:12 (yes, that's hours - and all in one day, Molly!). He beat his 2007 time of 10:59:52. We are all so proud of you Will! You are an inspiration to us all with all of your determination and success in everything you do. Thanks for being such a great role model for our kids :)

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