OK, the countdown is under 30 days til Team USA flies out of LAX to Brisbane! Team captains have been selected, Jen Searl and Bill Klahn. Both are impressive athletes and great ambassadors for the cause of organ donation. They have done a fabulous job of communicating w/ all team members about the medley and free relays. Many of us are excited about the opportunity to swim on our top relays, myself included. Yet, Jen and Bill set the right tone in reminding everyone that while every individual has certains hopes and aspirations, the priority is for Team USA to be represented by the fastest team. This was good for me to hear, so if there is a faster backstroker for the medley relay, so be it. Team first.
In light of the above attempt at humility, my goal is to swim fast enough to represent Team USA in the Men's 'A' medley relay, swimming the backstroke leg. This is probably one of my biggest desires, to win gold in the medley. Therefore, I've been putting in some yardage in back, as well as tweaking my stroke w/ TI technique. I have settled on the 100 backstroke being my strongest hope for gold and a world record. High expectations, as usual. The transplant only changed me so much, sorry.
The women should have a competitive medley and free relay, and hopefully have enough for a 'B' relay. The men are loaded, and may even have three relays. Yes, we transplant recipients are grateful to be alive, have an appropriate perspective on life, enjoy every breath we take, and realize we wouldn't be here w/o the decision of another to donate life. We can also be competitive and hunger for precious medals, such as gold, silver and bronze!
Going for the Gold at the Gold Coast!!
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