I’m just going to cut right to the chase on this one. What inspires other Marathon swimmers to do the next big swim, tackle the next big event? I will tell you…it is no secret: when one of our own not only completes a swim but does something so amazing that she leaves you walking around in wonder all day as if you did the swim yourself, it not only inspires, it ignites.
Chloe McCardel made us proud yesterday. If you are not a marathon swimmer, or even a swimmer, THIS is one of the women you want to follow and read about to really understand what is involved with the sport.
She did the swim right, she made the journey unassisted – pushing through every painful stroke at the end. Jellyfish stings and salt that disfigured her face, 80 miles…She did it. David Barra, one of our own was on the boat as he was asked to observe her swim…I think I can speak for the New York crew when I say that this event, her accomplishment, is a proud moment for us all. I am in awe, I am inspired, I feel like a proud mom and this fuels my fire to push myself to the limits on my next swim. WAY TO GO CHLOE!!!!!!!!!!!