Mary, if you get this here's my advice:
First, get off the computer! :-) Throw the cell phone in the trash! j/k
You have to take active measures to keep your head on the trail, and that means being very businesslike in towns & not letting yourself get familiar again with creature comforts. Stay a long, long way from cars. Never go into air conditioning. If the film crew is bugging you, tell them to leave!
Remember, this is your race, not theirs. It's ok to be a little selfish with this, they'll still make their movie. Your family will be here when you return.
I see a trend...
This is just like what happened to us on the backpacking trips for at-risk youth- our worst days were always just after towns, or car rides, etc. When you're out there you are best to just "be there;" on the trail, and in your own head.
We love you, and want all the best for you to get down the trail.
my advice:
Mary, if you get this here's my advice:
First, get off the computer! :-) Throw the cell phone in the trash! j/k
You have to take active measures to keep your head on the trail, and that means being very businesslike in towns & not letting yourself get familiar again with creature comforts. Stay a long, long way from cars. Never go into air conditioning. If the film crew is bugging you, tell them to leave!
Remember, this is your race, not theirs. It's ok to be a little selfish with this, they'll still make their movie. Your family will be here when you return.
I see a trend...
This is just like what happened to us on the backpacking trips for at-risk youth- our worst days were always just after towns, or car rides, etc. When you're out there you are best to just "be there;" on the trail, and in your own head.
We love you, and want all the best for you to get down the trail.
-Brendan