This blog is a journey. A journey of self discovery and setting goals. In less than a year, the 2013 Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer will be held. Money raised will go to support cancer patients and their families. I'm going to do this to honour my friend Jennifer who passed away in August 2012 at the young age of 49 from this dreaded disease. Before she died, we spoke on the phone and her last words to me were: "Jill, don't forget to live!" This is my way of paying her back.
I have been on my road bike now for about a week. The bike is an older one, given to me by a friend of mine. I've had the bike fitting done, and have upgraded a few parts. I've fallen, scraped and bruised my knees and elbows (and other parts I won't mention) but have gotten back up and on that bike. I feel a sense of freedom when I am riding which I don't seem to find anywhere else.
After a week of riding, here is what I have learned:
1 - bruises heal
2 - some car drivers are great..some are a**hats
3 - it doesn't matter how far you ride but the feeling you get during and after
4 - I should do my bike ride in the morning or evening but not during the heat of the day
5 - early morning rides are absolutely breathtaking
6 - bugs are not tasty no matter what time of day
7 - Chafing cream is going on my 'to buy' list
8 - When you set a goal, it can be achieved if you put your mind to it
9 - The best feeling in the world is having someone believe in you without them actually saying the words
and the final thing I learned:
10 - The road I travel will not defeat me
If you would like to donate to my ride effort, please click on the link below. I appreciate your help.
http://www.conquercancer.ca/site/TR/Events/Montreal2013?px=2645026&pg=personal&fr_id=1451
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