I haven't done a top ten list in a long while, so here goes. The top ten things that either frighten me, an/or just annoy me while I'm out there trying to stay fit.
10) Cars, ....not all of them, just those that try to pass other cars while coming directly at you!
9) Trucks...not all of them, just those that would rather risk killing you, than slowing down or moving over a wee bit.
8) Motorcycles...not all of them, just those that buzz me at 120 kms/hr while just barely skimming past my left elbow.
7) Sewer grates....especially the old fashioned ones that have the slots parallel to the road. The newer ones are all of a herringbone design.
6) Gravel....both when it's loose on the road, and when I almost drive off the pavement cause I ain't paying attention.
5) Crosswinds... always, but especially when you're going downhill at 65 kms/hr in the aero bars and a sudden gust just about blows you over.
4) Cracks...all of them as well, but especially the deep ones that run completely across the road, and destroy both your bike, and your body.
3) Traffic lights....all of them, all of the time!
2) Vultures...not all of them. Just the ones that refuse to budge off of their road kill until you're about 5 feet away, as well as those that circle over me because I'm going so slow they consider me fair game.
.....and the number one thing that annoys me while out riding.
1) Bugs! Especially the ones that get lodged inside your helmet, and then proceed to hang on for dear life!!
It wasn't a hard list to generate, since every one of those things were present at some point today. Despite that, and despite the fact that I was tired, I managed to get my ride in. I had seriously considered backing way off today, but I'm glad I stuck with it. Even with the tough winds, it was actually a pretty good day for riding. I was slow, but that's okay. It is what it is.
My little transition run afterwards was a bit pathetic, but I also managed to walk/run my way through my 6.5 kms. That was the plan.
And any residual frustration from my ride quickly dissipated during a little interaction with her highness.
This is her flower garden.
Today we planted a Wiegela shrub.
Wiegela's have tubular flowers which attract hummingbirds. Wonder where she got that idea?? God I love that little girl!!! One of the greatest gifts in my life.
ride 130 kms, 28 kms/hr--- run/walk 6.5 kms, 6:38/km
"Courage, sacrifice, determination, commitment, toughness, heart, talent, guts. That's what little girls are made of."---Bethany Hamilton
10) Cars, ....not all of them, just those that try to pass other cars while coming directly at you!
9) Trucks...not all of them, just those that would rather risk killing you, than slowing down or moving over a wee bit.
8) Motorcycles...not all of them, just those that buzz me at 120 kms/hr while just barely skimming past my left elbow.
7) Sewer grates....especially the old fashioned ones that have the slots parallel to the road. The newer ones are all of a herringbone design.
6) Gravel....both when it's loose on the road, and when I almost drive off the pavement cause I ain't paying attention.
5) Crosswinds... always, but especially when you're going downhill at 65 kms/hr in the aero bars and a sudden gust just about blows you over.
4) Cracks...all of them as well, but especially the deep ones that run completely across the road, and destroy both your bike, and your body.
3) Traffic lights....all of them, all of the time!
2) Vultures...not all of them. Just the ones that refuse to budge off of their road kill until you're about 5 feet away, as well as those that circle over me because I'm going so slow they consider me fair game.
.....and the number one thing that annoys me while out riding.
1) Bugs! Especially the ones that get lodged inside your helmet, and then proceed to hang on for dear life!!
It wasn't a hard list to generate, since every one of those things were present at some point today. Despite that, and despite the fact that I was tired, I managed to get my ride in. I had seriously considered backing way off today, but I'm glad I stuck with it. Even with the tough winds, it was actually a pretty good day for riding. I was slow, but that's okay. It is what it is.
My little transition run afterwards was a bit pathetic, but I also managed to walk/run my way through my 6.5 kms. That was the plan.
And any residual frustration from my ride quickly dissipated during a little interaction with her highness.
This is her flower garden.
She does all the work herself, except for the parts that Mom, and Roo and Grampa do. :)
Wiegela's have tubular flowers which attract hummingbirds. Wonder where she got that idea?? God I love that little girl!!! One of the greatest gifts in my life.
ride 130 kms, 28 kms/hr--- run/walk 6.5 kms, 6:38/km
"Courage, sacrifice, determination, commitment, toughness, heart, talent, guts. That's what little girls are made of."---Bethany Hamilton
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Peter
Hi Pete, I feel a little ashamed I was annoyed by bikers today, many of them, as I drove up to Zurich. My annoyance came because I did slow down, move over and then pass with lots of room, when safe to do so. They slowed me down, but after reading your blog I'm left with - so what - they are working at being fit, enjoying the day and doing their thing!
ReplyDeleteBTW - if you come for your chores tomorrow or Tuesday there is chicken stew in the back fridge for you - if you come after Wednesday it'll be in the freezer for you.
Big Hugs,
D
Fanfuckingtastic quote, so true. While I appreciate your list, it was your pics and description of your favourite granddaughter that had the lump come up in my throat. You are both blessed!
ReplyDeleteAll in all, it sounds like you had a damn fine day!
ReplyDeleteLove, gail