Needless to say, I had one hell of a Friday night on August 2, 2019. Right now, it’s Sunday, August 4, 2019 and I’m still trying to wrap my head around what just happened. First of all, I want to say Thank You to everyone who donated to our cause. This swim was originally to …
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Breaking the 4% Cycle
We’re just about 24 out from what will be the hardest thing, physically and mentally, that I’ve ever done. BUT, do you know what is harder? Brain cancer. Pediatric brain cancer is the SECOND leading cause of death in children. Brain cancer as an 11 year old girl is whole hell of a lot harder. …
Unexpected, yet necessary
Doug McConnell. Marcia Cleveland. Abby Bergman. Those people, in that order, are the three humans who have made an immeasurable impact on my open water swimming career. They all showed up right when I needed them and have been the support system that I didn’t know I didn’t have. ABBY BERGMAN: I joined Chicago Masters …
I Packed…I Think?
It’s 3pm on Sunday, July 28, 2019. My flight is at 4pm tomorrow. I packed my bags and they’re sitting open in my walk in closet… I should feel like I’m ready to go, but I’m not. This is my very first marathon swim so I’m not even sure if what I packed is enough? …
Here it goes:
I can’t believe that I am within a few short days of starting my journey from South Lake Tahoe to Incline Village. My training has flown by, and I have to admit, I’m a little sad that I have to start tapering now… Today is Saturday, July 27, 2019. This morning was my final “long” …
Unicorns and Jellyfish 