Received an email from a friend this week, that reminded me how the life I live is such a privilege. Herewith a section:
“With this email I also want to thank everyone in the Xterra community to give me some of the best moments in my live. I got to know some people who will be an inspiration for the rest of my life, not only as an athlete but as a human being. Receiving this email means you’re one those persons. If you ever want to come to Belgium, don’t hesitate to contact me.
I really hope our roads will cross again someday. All the best for the 2009 season (for the people in the US: all the best for the rest of the season),
Jim”
I surely am living some of the best times. This morning I biked some of the most incredible trail, my favourite in Truckee. Swam in swam outdoors at 7000 feet, and finished with a jog. Did thow my toys after a sketchy crash on the last hair pin of the Western States descent when a rock lodged itself between fork and wheel. Thought for a moment I may need a wrist scan again… But its feeling alright, and although I’ll have a stiff knee in the morning, and be 7 spokes short, it could have been different, and the amazing time I’m having will continue another day…
