9 Jan 2012

8 January 2012

I started off in a very casual mode; regular pants, shirts and a light jacket.   Only my gloves were “regulation” biking gear.  I strolled through the neighborhood to pick up copies of the article that people had saved for me.  Back home for a few minutes after doing 4.5 miles and then back on the bike in the same street attire.  At least 10 miles, thinking 13 which would give me an even 50 for the week.  Fifty.  I don’t know when was the last time I had so few miles in a week.  Even during the worst weather last winter I managed to get in more than 50 miles in a week.  Though it was about 45 with a mild wind from the NNE and an overcast sky, the air felt invigoratingly brisk and I was really enjoying being out and riding.  The 10 mile mark came, then 13.  Heck let’s put in 20.  And, after a bit more thought, 23 made sense to make an even 60 for the week.  I have a trainer for riding inside during “inclement” weather but I completely forget that that is even an option.  I’m used to riding outside, no matter what the weather and I like that I have reached that point as the trainer was SO tedious and boring.  

Sun out today and the temps climbed into the 50s.  After a rough night sleep and several hours of morning errands, I wasn't sure if I would get in a ride.  I wanted to take advantage of the beautiful day.  

But, like the cry of the wolf, it's hard to resist the cry of the bike.  A quick hour ride in the neighborhood.

I still have data ftom the year-long journey I want to post, such as the Hall of Honor, those who have donated to Biking for Food.  And the stats and facts from the ride.  Maybe in the next couple of days but we do head out to New Orleans on Thursday.  And, yes, even though I'm no longer on the journey, I have already checked out possible bike rentals; I'm looking forward to seeing New Orleans by cycle and taking lots of pictures.  

I stayed true to my word and only biked an hour, 12 miles. Then spent almost 3 hours in the kitchen cooking: mashed cauliflower (a Rachel special request), spinach with cheese phyllo dish, honey glazed carrots, asparagus and broiled Swai, a mild type of fish.