for ten long years he’ll count the days.
Over the mountains and the seas,
a prisoner’s life for him there’ll be.

*song lyrics here*
*song lyrics here*
*song lyrics here*

When the lives we lived are only golden-plated
And I knew that the lights of the city were too heavy for me
And though I carry karats for everyone to see

And I saw God cry in the reflection of my enemies
And all the lovers with no time for me
And all of the mothers raised their babies
To stay away from me

Riding Partner: Jackie.
Light ride today. Probably a good idea until I adjust to my new workout routine on top of my riding.

But when I’m out on my bike
It’s a different mood
I leave my brain at home
Get up on the sattle
No hanging around
I don’t diddle-daddle

Got out for a ride today and I feel much better for it. :-)
For the north loop I had a riding partner, J. We took it easier to have a fun ride and see the scenery. There were some dear and a gardner snake.
The second half of the ride, I was solo. I took the trail south from Dundee and did the single track at the south end of the park there to loop aroune. I was looking for a good workout, so I attempted to keep my speed above 14mph in when I was out in the open, and just as fast as I was comfortable on the single-track. After a cool down through the neighboorhood across the street, I felt I’d achieved my goal and continued home.

Or removing the bolt of the brakes
Then the bicycle flips
Crushing ribs smashing hips
And he broke every bone in his face

A good workout. I had to slow it down towards the end, but I felt good afterwards. It was great to have someone with whom to ride.

Click to see!

The home wrecker with the heart of gold
Keep you locked up in the trunk of my mind

I got in a rare Pre-work ride today! Of course it was only because I’m not on until noon.

It felt good to… ride this time of day. There were less people on the trail, fewer seemingly fewer bugs, and 10-15deg cooler than it usually is when I ride.

Here’s the stats!

The extra loop on the south end of dam woods, towards I-294 was a variably technical single-track. There were a couple parts where I had to stop and walk over an obstacle, but a more talented rider may have been able to ride over them. all in all, it was a trail I’d always wanted to turn down, and though I wasn’t disappointed, I don’t know if I’d do it again or not…maybe if I got a pair of bike pants (as opposed to shorts).

You can make my life worthwhile.
And I can make you start to smile.

Another ride today. Nothing spectacular, though there was a lesson to learn: keep your head up, you may run into a deer…literally. I looked up with about 15-20 yards to spare, moving 10-12mph, and they just stood there…watching me as I approached…I was within 5yds before they ran. It was creepy. And theyn they slowly, half-heartedly bounded along the trail ahead of me for a while. Then they left the trail.

Tired now. Gots paperwork to do. That’s all right now!

I wanna do bad things with you.

Super fantastic, that’s what this is. I love my new gadget! This is way cooler, and much more in-depth than I’m capable of doing myself. (see below)
 

It’s been a long week, and it felt great to get out for a ride. If I can get into a better pattern, I might start doing quick 5-10 mile rides after work. So long as I’m on the road by 7:30, I’ll be back before dark…at least for now. That will of course change as winter approaches. 

Unlike any past year, where I’ve made “resolutions” (i prefer “goals for the year”) I’ve actually accomplished several. I have them written down, but Jackie has the list, and of course my memory fails me in everything that’s on it. I did Finally get my FOID card, that was a goal. Within the next few months, I’ll be signing up to take my Conceal Carry class, I’m excited about that. MI was a conceal carry state, but I never applied for it, and I moved down here just as I started to put forth the effort. M’eh, now I’m more motivated to accomplish my goals on the list. It’s a lot easier to do when I have so many more resources available down here. 

That’s all I have to say on this B-E-A-utiful Saturday! Auf Wiedersehen! 

Sat:
Trip Dist: 24.12mi.
Trip Time: 1:41:24
Avg. Speed: 14.3mph
Max Speed: 24.24mph

Sun:
Trip Dist: 20.30mi
Trip Time: 1:29:48
Avg. Speed: 13.6mph
Max Speed: 26.1mph

I got a new Cycling computer today, when I get it installed, I expect to be able to provide a better picture of the rides (not that I think any of you are all that interested, but m’eh)..