Ironman Texas

The excitement was palpable as we prepared to watch Charlie compete in his (and Texas') first ever Ironman competition on May 21. The Ironman is the grandaddy of all triathlon races with a 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike, and 26.2 mile run (I am pretty sure you have to be just a little bit crazy to willingly submit yourself to something so physically grueling!). Truthfully, the race participants are incredibly inspiring, and Charlie is no exception. He trained for this event for nearly a year, and all of his hard work and determination helped him complete the challenge of a lifetime.

(This video about the race is a few minutes long but definitely worth the time.)



I think Jason might have been just as excited to be there as support as Charlie was to participate! Jason and my dad spent the day tracking Charlie's progress and moving to wherever they could along the course to see him and encourage him as he passed by.


(That is actually Charlie in the middle of the picture...I'm still not sure how Jason managed to find him among all those swimmers!)

Charlie's A&M triathlon team friends made sure he crossed the finish line in style — ha!

We are so incredibly proud of you, Charlie, for your amazing accomplishment! We love you!