I did it!

I finished the triathlon. I also did it in the rain. Not just regular Seattle rain, but regular pelting/pouring rain. And I was very happy with my time. I was hoping that it would take me about 2 hours, but once I started getting nervous I sort of let that goal go. But when I was at the race I realized that I could definitely do it in under 2 hours. And that I did (just barely 1:56:36). I didn't push myself super hard, but I did run the whole run part, which I was very proud of. Here are just a handful of pictures to give you an idea of what my race was like. There is a picture from every leg. I'll post more once I decide which others I like best.

Here I am before the race trying to be tough ;-) David did a great job taking pictures throughout the race so I think I've got one like this from the very end, I'll have to edit it for posting.

Here I am at the swim start. I wasn't feeling that nervous--at least- not as nervous as I thought I would feel. The swim was definitely harder than I thought it would be.

Heading out with my bike for the bike start...I was waking the bike instead of running, so I probably lost some time there. Actually my first transition was something like 10 minutes because after I got my bike and got ready I realized I had to use the bathroom. And boy, it is hard to put on socks when your feet are all wet. (and the towel you brought to dry them is wet from the rain too)

And here is the run start. I was pretty pleased that I ran the whole way (even up a big hill!)