What an eventful weekend we have had, once again!! On Saturday, Matt had a sprint triathlon in Lebanon, Oregon. His heat started at 8am. He first swam 500 meters, then biked for 12.5 miles, and then ran a 5K. He was amazing. In the end he won his division which was called the Clydesdale's (those who weighed over 200 lbs). All of the kids came and played while he competed. Sean and Melissa came from Reedsport the night before and surprised us by showing up in Lebanon at 8am. I was so happy to see them. It was a very fun morning. After we returned home, we quickly got another snack bag together and headed to Gresham for a swim meet. Madalyn competed in 3 events and was amazing. She won 1st in two races and then 2ND in another one. We were so excited watching her swim so well. Sadly, our camera's battery died and so we only have one picture of Madalyn. We have two WINNERS in our family.
Way to go Madalyn and Matt!!!!
Matt waiting for the bell to ring and start swimming.
Starting the swim out on a good note.
Matt swimming again!!
Transitioning from swimming to his 12.5 mile bike ride.
Almost ready to GO......................
Off he goes.
Matt did an amazing on his bike ride.
Returning from the bike ride.
Taking off on the run!
Coming up to the finishing line........
The guy that had ended his run congratulating Matt.
After Matt finished running over the finish line, the boys took off back to the sand pit. So, this is not a complete picture. I was so proud of Matt, I couldn't believe that he had come so far in such a short time. Last year in May, he weighed 40+ lbs more and hadn't even started working out. Now he is competing in a sprint triathlon. 
Matt, Rich, and Robyn. Matt and Rich work out together regularly. 
Matt's number.
Happy guy!!
Melissa, Matt and Sean.
Paige taking a break on Matt's stomach.
Matt, Rich and Colton.
Matt and Rich placed 1st and 2ND.
Matt and I showing off his blue ribbon.
Our amazing swimmer Madalyn!!!! 
9 comments:
Way to go Matt and Madalyn! I'm so impressed. You are an inspiration Matt!
We are so proud of both Matt and Madalyn! How exciting. I want to do something like a triathlon or something. I will be calling you for tips!
AAAAWesome!!!!!! Way to go guys! Oh, and nice sunburn Beth! OUCH! Carter said he had a blast!
That is awesome!! Congratulations Matt and Madalyn. We are so proud of you! Keep up the good work. Love you.
So awesome! Way to go Matt! ;D And good job Maddy! :P
Thats so great about Matt. He didn't look too tired at the end! Those Sprint triathalons can be addicting because you now he'll wanna try and beat his time. I guess Matts your biggest loser (:
Way to go!...I didn't know Matt was going to do a triathlon. So happy you both survived and were successful! Love you Madalyn & Matt
Wow! I am way impressed. A triathalon. Good job.
And congrats to Madalyn.
Matt you are a superman! And very inspiring!!! We are so impressed with you and your muscles although Rich did want me to ask you where you got that white long sleeve shirt?!
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