Addendum

I really like my girlfriend and feel like the two of us have a great connection, despite some of the glaring differences in our lives and past. However, her signing up for Ironman with me changed something within me. I feel so much closer to her now, knowing that she'll hopefully be able to understand the thoughts that go through my head better once she begins the big training for this race. This kind of stuff can only make a relationship stronger...I hope.

For the record, the trip back was great. Despite being tired, I think we both had a great time simply talking and bullshitting with one another.

Traffic sucked at the Port Mann though. I hate that part of the freeway...