124 days ago with shorter hair, lighter skin, and fresh clothes free of rips and tears, we left our humble homes in Sutton Massachusetts. Over the last four months Steve and I have waged war against our simple suburban lifestyle. Heat, Wind, Rain, Snow, Hunger, Thirst, and exhaustion are all foes we have had to face.We’ve conquered every conflict…except one. As this journey ends, we approach the last battle. The climatic ending to this cross country epic. The battle that determines the outcome of this war. The Ironman. However, this isn’t just any ironman. This is the toughest the world has ever seen. So tough, that this is the last year St George will host one. Steve and I will make history. I am the 9th youngest male competing in this race. The only thing standing between me and the finish line is 140.6 miles of physical agony. I’m determined to finish. I will use all the mental strength I have gained on this trip as a lethal weapon to this race. I will not lose. It’s gonna be one heck of a good time!
My first road race was the Boston Marathon, my first bike trip was 4,000 miles across the country, and my first triathlon will be the St. George Ironman. Go big or go home.
With God at my side, there is no way I will fail.
Stay tuned for an after race post! Send prayers and positivity our way!
God bless,
Taylor Thibodeau: future iron man.
Trailing The Sun 
Taylor, Have a great day tomorrow.
You can’t fail because you have already achieved success! good luck tomorrow. Be safe. Can’t wait to hear all about it!!
You’ll do great! Btw, Steve is back at the house. I will let him know that you guys will be racing.
Good luck. We will be watching for updates.
Good Luck and Love Taylor. You both will do great. God Speed. Grandma Kerr
Best of luck to both of you. I know you will do great.