Laura McCabe got a late start to Nordic ski racing having had started Nordic track skiing and then racing in her early 20s. However, despite her late start, she made the 1994 and 1998 Olympic teams. Laura was on the Factory Team for 11 years and during that time dominated the US ski marathon racing circuit including the American Birkebeiner. Laura has coached for the Methow Valley Nordic Ski Education Foundation for 25 years and continues to. Laura has multiple medals at World Masters Championships both individually and in the relay and continues to be a world leading skier in her age group. In this interview Laura gives her perspectives on a variety of topics such as coaching juniors, team dynamics, being present, and being grateful.