...back to life.  Many days of down time, physical therapy and patience have

rejuvenated the knee, and consequently, the soul of Matthew Cartier.  I am

inclined to believe that I am back on track, and can once again, focus on the

training needed to complete the 2009 Lake Placid Ironman.  Over the

weekend, I had the chance to spin for 65 miles on my road bike, and to

trail run for 40 minutes virtually pain free.  What a relief!