Yes, I know that isn't a very riveting title but since it was only the 15th (being generous) time I have ridden THIS YEAR, it is a fantastic title for me. Today.
Absolutely amazing how my mind and thoughts run rampant when I ride. I had actually forgotten just how much. A testament to how freeing such an activity can be. It also opens up my lungs and legs. Was only 15 miles but who cares.
My crazy mind went from pedal technique to yard work to fixing washers and dryers to my current personal situation, moving or staying, dogs, money, lists, drought, and much more. It just runs wild.
And through all of it I just keep pedaling! :-)
I last posted to this blog in May 2013. So much has changed/transpired since then. I am another year older, went to Africa on safari, helped my sister move to my town and help remodel her house, bought a new bike. Just a few things I loved doing. One other thing that happened is that in January my partner of 30 years and I decided to split up. Yeah, it has been a big year.
I have also made a concerted effort to learn how to be gracious. That in itself doesn't seem that difficult, but for me, it is. Like many, I suffer from self esteem and depression issues. When those 2 things rear their ugly heads, I find it hard to be grateful for anything. Life sucks, nobody likes me, I am lonely with friends, and have a hard time peeling myself out of the house. On top of all that, I am an introvert. Go figure. Therapy helps but there is so much I have to figure out for myself.
All of those things help me, but nothing like riding my bike.
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