During the event, I was on a relentless roller coaster ride of emotions. As the excitement played out... I overcame my fear and anxieties. At the end end... when they were handing me my 5th place Sword Trophy. I was overwhelmed with a sense of accomplishment. Knowing all the hard work and sacrifices that I have made along the way. Overcoming my physical and financial set backs. And how long the road was that it took to get here... My eyes were burning fighting back the tears that kept blurring my vision.