When Mike did Ironman Florida last November, I met lots of people on the plane, race transportation buses and expo that I wished I could have kept in contact. Some of them had the same races on their race schedules, and with some I just really hit it off. When we came home, I ordered some business cards with my blog address on them. Now when I meet someone, I at least have something to hand them so that we can maybe connect again sometime.
The reality has been that I’ve been too shy to hand out many of these cards. I’ve probably given out 10 at the very most. It turns out, however, that my husband has been handing out a lot of my cards. While it’s great that he is my biggest fan, sometimes it’s a little embarrassing.
This weekend, Mike and I were at a charity ski event in Vail. It’s three days of skiing, auctions, and activities to raise money for Cystic Fibrosis. Each of the three evenings, we were seated with the same group and I was seated next to Larry. Very nice man. Turns out he runs a little bit and oh, by the way, he works for Fox Sports and has a “C” in his title. The last night of the event, we are having a lovely conversation and Mike whips out my card and hands it to him! Larry, if you did not throw that card away immediately and are reading this, you are a fascinating dinner companion and it was wonderful to meet you. For everyone else, what was Mike thinking?! This guy is a big dog in sports media! The Super Bowl! He sees elite athletes and deals with professional journalists every day. The thought of him logging onto my homemade blog about my athletic adventures is more than a little intimidating. Larry put the card in his pocket. Very generous of him.
So I met a runner, his girlfriend even does triathlons, and Mike gave him my card. Isn’t that why I bought them? To make connections with other runners and athletes? I’ll just keep telling myself that.
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Hi Beth,
I love it that Mike is busting out your cards! He adores you:) You guys are so flipping cute! How cool to meet a celebrity and get to sit and chat with him:) How lucky to be in Vail!! How come you get to go to all of the cool places? I am so happy that you have been able to travel alot and experience so many wonderful things!! Have an awesome week Beth!
So maybe we will see you on TV soon… Reality TV is the trend? Sounds like a nice trip and hope training is going well.
Beth, you’re an awesome writer and runner!
Beth, I have been trying to post comments here, but they haven’t been successfully posting…we will see if it works this time! Loved the story of your Mike handing your cards to the bigshots. Will we be seeing a “Running My Own Race” show on Fox Sports anytime soon?
Hi Beth–Thanks for stopping by my blog. I think it’s awesome that A, you made cards and B, that your husband passes them out! Very cool.
That’s awesome!
Beth, glad the comments section is fixed. I’ve been wanting to communicate!
I like the idea about the cards, but like you would be too shy to pass any out. Don’t well yourself short though, I bet Larry has been here and read your story.
Thanks for your comments on my blog. I’ve been posting a lot on TI swimming in hopes of showing others it is possible to improve. Not just improve your times, but also how you feel in the water.
It’s cute that Mike is handing out your cards…and also funny. Great idea, though.
I am sure this was a fun event.
What a great husband! Your PR guy! : )
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