Author Archives: millie jackson

About millie jackson

I am a librarian, a storyteller, an athlete.

Third time is the charm: Buster Britton

Posted on June 8, 2013

This morning I got up once again to tri – I knew that I could do this race because I have done it before.  All I wanted to do today was finish, and I did.  The  morning began with a … Continue reading →

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A few final notes on Raleigh 70.3

Posted on June 4, 2013

I have a few more thoughts about Raleigh and then I will move forward. The overall experience of registering for, training for, and going to Raleigh 70.3 has really been a learning experience well worthwhile.  Over the past ten months … Continue reading →

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Wrapping up Raleigh

Posted on June 2, 2013

The morning began well. I was up at 3:15 a.m. and ready to go before 4 a.m. Kelli dropped me at T2 so I could put out my run gear and catch a shuttle to the lake. I was on … Continue reading →

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Southern hospitality: Raleigh welcomes Ironman 70.3

Posted on June 1, 2013

Raleigh has been a very welcoming city for us.  People have been very friendly and helpful and our hotel has been fantastic. The hotel is actually on mile 2 and 11 of the run.  It has been really busy and … Continue reading →

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Ready to travel

Posted on May 29, 2013

            I’m almost ready to travel.   I’ve packed my gear (thank you Kelli Eldridge for a great race list), packed the car – twice, and now have a roof rack on the top of the … Continue reading →

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Race week: Raleigh 70.3

Posted on May 26, 2013

I have a feeling this week will pass quickly.  I have been preparing for Raleigh 70.3 since last fall – and now it is race week.  As you know, this is my first half Ironman event.  I can’t quite comprehend … Continue reading →

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Tour de Cure wrap up

Posted on May 22, 2013

Tour de Cure was a challenging and emotional day this year.  While this is true every year, this year Jerry’s death caused us to experience a different set of challenges and emotions.  I have written a tribute to my friend … Continue reading →

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Be passionate: Remembering Jerry Pope

Posted on May 19, 2013

Passionate. A little feisty and a ball of fire at times. A great sense of humor and a broad smile.  These are things I will remember about Jerry Pope, friend, fellow cyclist, Red Rider and Champion fundraiser for the American … Continue reading →

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Tour de Cure: Year three

Posted on May 16, 2013

This is the third year that I will participate in Tour de Cure, one of the main fundraisers for the American Diabetes Association.  I have chaired the Alabama committee this year, though I have fantastic committee members who have really … Continue reading →

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Wisdom wins

Posted on May 5, 2013

It seemed like a good plan but one should really always listen to James Spann.  When he says it is going to be really cold and rain, he is generally right.  This race was not on my plan but I … Continue reading →

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