7 Things About Me

I took a 30 year hiatus from the bike (amazing when you realize I am only 29)

I’m the most active fat girl I know.

I have a love/hate relationship with snow.

I believe I am the single active support for the eBay economy.

I am Wife, Mother, Grandma. I am woman, hear me roar.

I make a killer brisket.

I have yet to be made into an action figure.

Reason No. 13 to Ride

Reason No. 13 to ride is Togetherness

Couples need a common goal. It foisters togetherness.  For some, it can be planning your start in life together, building a new business, raising kids. For others it takes it form in  the hobby realm of life. Sporting activities such as golf or cycling fill that niche’ beautifully.

And if you need further proof that couples can enjoy time on the bike together, just take note that Valentine’s day I teased another group of cyclists in passing about spending the day of lovers cycling. They all responded without hesitation that each one was riding with their spouse!

(for more on this topic please see Dr. Janet Raymond’s blog)

Reason No. 12 to Ride

Reason number 12 to ride is so you don’t end up like this guy:

All that show, where ya gonna go?

Need I say more?

Causes for a Cure

There are just so many ways I can help make a difference, and surprisingly, it isn’t always all about me. (I know, I know!)

This year I thought I could best help by supporting Gregory Rutchik. Gregory is campaigning for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, Greater Los Angeles Chapter as a Man of the Year 2009 for the Los Angeles.

I’ll admit, I’m a little biased. Not only am I supporting him in his campaign, but I did nominate him as a candidate. (which is why I’ll sneak in a little link for you to donate by clicking here)

During his 9 week campaign (which ends on March 29th) I’ve learned how the Man & Woman of the Year event differs from what we do when cycling for the LLS cause. The MWOY helps two children in each chapter. The Greater Los Angeles chapter has been working with two amazing children, Tyler Cordova and Kelly Delaney.

Watching these two at our most recent event really showed me that personal strength and courage comes from within at any age level. Tyler has certainly learned this, although he has had to learn more than any child should (how many 5 year olds can discuss the differences between prednisone and dexamethasone),

Speaking to Kelly’s mother at this same event, she told me how incredibly grateful she was for the generosity of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and that many strides have been made for cancer research and treatment enabling children like Kelly to return to a normal happy childhood.  I was overwhelmed with emotion when she said “We are eternally grateful for the chance given to Kelly to have her life back”.