Peer pressure has led me to this new level of computer literacy (actually just a compromise to Facebook!!) I'm sure the postings will be a hit and miss event for awhile as I learn the new ropes (pictures, etc. etc.)
The impetus for this new venture is the pending "coast to coast" bike ride and (at the same time) staying in touch with friends and family back home. We are eight days and counting until 24 of us (mostly 50's and 60's) begin the WomanTours bike ride in San Diego and 58 more days before we get to St. Augustine FL.
Today was like Christmas for me as our spinning class celebrated the ride with the bike route mapped on the training room wall. Gifts from friends and family consisted of a sweatshirt/scarves/bandannas with wonderful art work and inspirational messages -- all of which will be treasured and go on this trip.
I will forever be indebted to my special friends who volunteered to train with me, all the wonderful staff and members at the VMH Wellness Center (Viroqua, WI) who patiently worked to make us all stronger, the local bike shop(s) staff who "walked" me through many decisions, wonderful friends who shared countless biking miles and my extraordinary family who said "go for it."
My plan right now is to post every few days unless things get really crazy (e.g., snow while we are in Texas) and then I'll post every day!! Until then.....