Swim Champs

Deafening.  Long days.  No time for regular meals.  High anxiety.  Lots of waiting.  Uncomfortable seating.  Early mornings.  No elbow room.  Cheer 'til you're hoarse.   Hot and humid.  Living on cup-o-noodles and microwave meals.  The excitement of a race well-swam.  Exhaustion.  Worry.  Pride.  Disappointment.  Respect.  Pain.  Camraderie.  Long sigh of relief......