Traveling to the Traveller

We are on our way once again to the Arkansas Traveller, which was Ryan's first 100 mile attempt. Ryan intended to run a different ultra in Arkansas this month, but due to some nasty weather tearing up the trails in that area last winter, that race was cancelled. Since we loved our last Arkansas vacation, we decided to try this one again and, hopefully, put this ultra to rest. Ryan learned a lot from that race, and has corrected those issues, but there are no guarantees on race day. No matter how much you've prepared, you're at the mercy of the course, the weather, and whatever your body decides to throw at you that day. Whatever the outcome, we're just really excited to be able to get away from a hectic schedule and enjoy some family time. This year, Ryan's parents, grandmother and uncle are meeting us. We plan on relaxing, catching up, and enjoying some of the country's best trout fishing, weather permitting. I guess that relaxing part will start after the race. I always covet people's prayers when Ryan's racing, so send a couple up for us tomorrow!