To Whom It May Concern:

Being solo in my quest was what I preferred during training. However, it would have been pretty damn incredible to have been experiencing this for the first time with a friendly, smiling face and a pair of open arms to fall in to before, during and after the race. I knew a few people racing, and I met a few along the way. Don't get me wrong, this was fun the way I did it - on my own. I just feel like the experience would be made even more rewarding by sharing it with another person.

Thankfully during the busy and exhausting day I did see Jen D., Liz P., Nicole B. and a few other familiar faces. This was nice, but it didn't compare to sharing the preparation, the anticipation of the day, the total experience and accomplishment with a close friend.

So here is my pitch: Training partner wanted. Experience in swimming, biking or running preferred but certainly not necessary. Requirements do include multiple e-mail check-ins per week, sharing weekly schedule suggestions, attending fun monthly meetings to set goals and a desire to train in new locations and in new ways outside the traditional box. Ocean swimming! Road and Mountain Biking. Hiking. Snow Shoeing.

Unwavering support, cheer leading and BFF experience preferred and will be reciprocated.

PS, if you can't tell by now, Ali, this means YOU.

Thank you for being there for me. Next year I hope we can tackle the TRI together!!!

xoxooxoxo