Doug’s comments make sense to me too.
Stacey, that is just too funny! I do think sometimes it is best just to throw the kids in the lake and let them learn to swim. I do agree that people adapt at very different paces. Someone, like yourself, that comes from a different sport but has a lot of racing experience will usually adapt pretty well. For me, I know I will have fun whether it is at the front or the back of the pack. However, I’m making this leap for the kids. They’re the ones I want to support and encourage. This old, tired, beat-up, broken body of mine has had its share of serious racing. Now, its for fun. Ya, right.
Let’s race!