It has been almost six months since I have posted, and in that time, I have had a new granddaughter born, ridden my bicycle many miles, and enjoyed life with my awesome husband! Life is good and I cannot say that I would change much in my life. All my boys are doing wonderfully. Ben loves retirement and I am cycling, quilting, gardening (in season!) and enjoying my volunteering. It is hard to believe that I have been at the hospital nearly 17 years, and over 4500 hours. It has been fun and I plan to continue, for sure.
Ben and I went to FestiVELO in Charleston, SC last weekend and had a great time with old and new friends. It was fun. ...but a bit like riding on the trainer for 6 hours in a row! ...FLAT. We rode a century, a half century, and then a 3/4 century in three consecutive days, all the while camping out in the cold, and learning about cycling in the cold. We met some great people, rode with our good friends Randy and Seba and had lots of laughs, lots of good times.
Today I received a check in the mail from RoadID, who gives 10% of sales via my website to Hospice. I do not even know who has bought something but it is wonderful to receive a small check for Hospice each quarter.
Next summer, we plan to ride Bicycle Tour of Colorado with two of our sons. It is an epic ride with big miles and lots of climbs. I feel very confident that I will be up to the challenge. I would NEVER have said that two years ago! Cycling has been the most wonderful addition to my life and health in the past few years. I hope I can continue for many years. We have several rides planned in the spring as a lead up to the Colorado ride. Bring 'em on!
Wishing anyone who happens upon this blog a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
