Not the Worst Timing

Crush it in Kona, Spencer!

I have had a cold for the last 2 weeks

and

now I have a nasty stomach bug.

Not fun!

The cold hasn't kept me from

being active and having fun.

But after being awake most of the night throwing up,

I have zero energy

and

exercise is the last thing on my mind.

I am glad I was able to get dressed.

I don't enjoy being sick

(who does?!?)

but I am so grateful the bugs did not hit last month!

Making it to Vegas happy and healthy

was a huge blessing!

So,

I am not complaining...

Hope everybody that is still racing,

especially those toeing the line in Kona,

is healthy and ready to rip it up!

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