a short update

today was the time trial. i woke up at 4 am so i can eat and hydrate before the sun rises. but i couldn't fall back to sleep because i was so nervous. all that nervous energy translated into the fastest beginning of a race i've ever done. in other words...much too fast. even though i was tired and went out too fast, i still pulled a 17:04 for the 2.5 mile course. i came in 11th out of 23 (right smack dab in the middle) and was the 6th freshman overall (out of 8). not too shabby. later today the final roster comes out, and although i am assured a spot, i still can't wait for it to be posted so all the stress and worrying on the team can subside. tomorrow is 'gear day'...where we get flats, shorts, shirts, warmups, sports bras, and a $200 gift certificate for (much needed) new shoes. the rostered kids also get $150 for food. the life of a collegiate athlete! i am so excited. and bear in mind...we are DII. okay my short update was longer than expected. so over and out...and just keep running