To watch an athlete

It has been a mundane couple of weeks.  Lots of bike trainer time.  Some good swims.  And keeping off my run for another week.  Going to get an MRI to check my calf out next week.

But today I wanted to comment on being an athlete spectator...........While watching two of my best friends expose themselves into competitions that most will never dream.  One in the Rock-n-Roll Marathon in Phoenix, and one in the Washington State Judo Championships.  Both well accomplished athletes in their regards.  Both with dissappointing results...............And I have been there..........Pissed at the results for whatever reason.  But to spectate the trials and triumphs and even personal failures of the age group athlete is both inspiring and humbling.  You want to support your friends and also want to wish them success.  But it will not always be a success and I think it is humbling to watch athletes, no matter their level of play, grow.............Because every experience is a growth process.  Success or failure alike.  And when you are on the sidelines, you know they are surpassing you with their new experience.............  And it makes me just want to get out there all the more!!