Try and fail, but don't fail to try

I ran into a gentleman that competed in the Pigman triathlon. He was teamed up with his two sons. His part entailed a 500 yard swim. I was anxious to hear of his account and this look of disappointment came over his face. He explained how the complications of swimming in a constricting wetsuit forced him out at 250 yards. This man felt like he let his boys down. I commend him for his effort because he tried. There is no failure in trying. I took what I heard and used it to push hard thru my short run and arm workout.