It is a LOT harder to make the wise decision NOT to do an event. This kind of disappointment is ROUGH.

You mentioned getting older...I know that there are a lot of quite wise, young women on TE...but I never would have been one of them.

When I was in my 20's, I ran and ran and ran through the pain until I did lasting damage to my knee...and it still bothers me to this day.

Now, in my 40's, I know I have to sometimes live to fight another day by stepping back. Doesn't make it any easier, though. So sorry for your disappointment!