I had a wonderful time in Galveston. First of all the couple I stayed with was absolutely amazing. I can't thank them enough for all of their support. Someday I hope to leave them an Ironman Texas 70.3 trophy like some of the former pro's champs that have stayed with them. Speaking of a true champion, Emma-Kate Lidbury was also at the home. High energy and a high class triathlete. I couldn't have picked a better champion....and of course, it was fun to pick her brain all weekend.

After a winter swim focus with some solid time on the trainer, I decided to open up my 2013 race season with the Cherry Blossom 10 miler.

I had the opportunity to get down to FL and escape the cold Nebraska weather! It was a great experience to finally get some one on one time with my coach. It's such a beautiful place to train and now I know why some of the best triathletes in the world choose Clermont at this time of the year. I got in Thursday late afternoon and Nate Korteum, Sarah Haskins, and I went to the pool for a quick session. Between, it was awesome to be swimming right next to Sarah. Prego or not she will still smoke you!