Teamindure race wrap up
What is teamindure? teamindure was started as a way to honor those individuals running a race with long term health issues, a race that they did not choose to enter. None of us may have their disease process or physically/emotionally know how they feel, but we can hold a sign and cheer them on.
So why the name teamindure with the tagline “the i is silent?” The thought is that no one should have to race alone. So “i” as part of the team will do what I can to help them remain firm under suffering or misfortune and that it will be done or felt without needing to be spoken. But to be silent also implies a habit of saying no more than is needed. That is where the oxymoron lies. If I remain silent than my message is unseen. A gesture no matter how well crafted it is meant to show support that goes unnoticed, will not reach its intended target. So as part of teamindure it is important to let them know that I am on THEIR course. No race challenge I have to face compares to the challenges of those with cancer or other long term illness.
So, I challenge everyone to stand on the course for someone that they may or may not know, just to provide them with encouragement. Your sign whether through words, actions or deeds will not go unnoticed. I promise you that if you add purpose to your training schedule there is nothing you cannot accomplish no matter how difficult the obstacle!! Just be sure to let them know that they were in your thoughts, prayers and miles!!!
Eventhough, the i is silent, the message speaks volumes.
I would like to thank the TTT board and its members for your support over these past 3 years. I have learned many things as my time as a sponsor to the team. Most of all is that is necessary for teamindure to reevaluate its future. Although I will be exploring a new direction, the above mission will not change. I look forward to what the future holds including helping you reach farther than you thought you could as well as honoring those who truly define strength!
Thanks
Pete Barusic