Helen participated in the Sugar Kidz Triathlon in Sugar Land today. She swam one lap of the pool, biked 1 mile and ran 1/4 mile in the 5-7 year old age group. There were about 350 kids age 13 and under. She was escorted by a lovely 10-year-old girl to be her "guide" and help her get around the course. I was so emotional it was beyond ridiculous. My picture are terrible and I don't have any of her actually swimming because I was crying the whole time! I am just so proud of her! She was not in any particular hurry but that was just fine. She also took a spill on her bike when another kid ran up on her from behind, but she got back on the bike and kept going so she has a little blood to show for her first triathlon. 
One of the charity recipients was the C-different foundation, which works to help blind and visually impaired athletes compete. They have assisted blind athletes in competing in Ironman competitions and in other events like the NYC Triathlon.
Fan club!
Helen and Triona
Finishing up the bike ride
Transition area
Almost there
Finish line!
Super cool. I know how you feel, they grow up too fast. We'll be going to H soon and would love to meet you guys.
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