I can’t believe it’s that time. The training is done. My bags are packed. Now I just need to get there and get to work earning that M dot sticker that my heart desires. It’s all a bit overwhelming.

I got two of the sweetest gifts today. My friends Michelle, Joslin and Jessica made a travel mug for me with pictures of them holding signs that said, “Go! Taline! Go!” It’s the cutest thing ever. Remind me to show you when I see you next. And then my office gave me two Texas pins for the race. One is an armadillo and the other is a flag. I’m going to pin them on my bike and run jerseys so that I’ll take all of them with me on this adventure.

It has been an adventure. Thanks for coming along. I hope to report good news on June 23. I think I can. I think I can. I think I can.

Have a great weekend. I intend to.