Down Time

We spent the weekend relaxing in the Boro. Unfortunately, Sean has strep throat and I think I may be on my way. Although antibiotics can't do much, it will help prevent spreading it to everyone we are in contact with. Saturday I had a great day at the farmers market, suprise estate sale, and the opening of Books A Million and TJ Maxx. I know it doesn't sound like much, but for our little Boro it's a big deal! There may be an economic downturn on our horizon, but you would not have known it. These stores were bustling and I have to admit the glam and glitz of such enterprises drew me in. I wanted everything in TJ Maxx and managed to narrow it down to just a handful of itmes, including a great pair of Ariat boots. I realized this is the first time I've been in a store outside of thrift shops since last Christmas in Indiana. I fear I may be out of style! Next weekend we are off the Clemson, Sean to Virigina with Jim for a coaching clinic, and then Athens for the first part of next week for a conference. Looking forward to seeing the girls in the Upstate. Until next time...

Fast Rides, Good Food, and Great Friends

We had a great time in Tsali this weekend! The riding was unbelievable, as always. You can't go wrong with fast, flat trails. Temperatures were perfect hovering around 60 degrees under sunny skies. I think the guys hammered on Saturday and when I saw the group, Sperry was so out of breath he was speechless...a strange site. Us girls rolled around the woods at fast speeds as well, making me think if I did wreck there were going to be broken bones, not the typical road rash. Although that should have slowed me down, my competitive side wouldn't let it. Thanks to Danna for a great cake and salad, Liz for the chili, Ed for the wings, and of course Rae for the coordinating and special treats (Rae-Rita's). You will also see pix of my Molly and her now healed wound. It's really amazing! At home this weekend for a much needed rest.

Tsali Pictures

Heading to Tsali for the Weekend

My head is dancing with images of beautiful fall leaves, cold camping nights, and roadies wrecking on their mountain bikes. I can't wait! Stay tuned for some great pix...

Greenville Cycling Classic Weekend

We had a great time in Greenville this weekend visiting friends and racing. Thanks to Caroline and Paul for their hospitality and all of Sean's teammates for putting up with him! :) I raced Saturday and was happy to finish, while teammates secured top ten places. Sean placed 5th in the Master's race and 11th in the Pro1,2 race Saturday. Sunday he secured 15th in the Pro1,2 race after making a strategic move ensuring a teammates place in the break. We had a great Saturday evening celebrating Dawn & Bo's upcoming bundle of joy. Sunday was a long drive home and Monday morning came entirely too soon for me. Heading to Tsali camping and mountain biking next weekend. Maybe we'll get some sleep in a few weeks.

Low Country Weekend

It was a busy weekend on the coast. I was the cycling venue director for the Special Olympics this weekend. We secured the fall games in Statesboro for 3 years. Thanks to the help of my students and the GSU cycling team, we were able to run the TT on time with no accidents. It was a great experience for me. You'll see a pix below of Lanier and her unified tandem teammate (able bodied) Lauren. She rode two races that were 5k's, which took her 30 minutes on her sweet pink Electra!
The races in Beaufort, SC this weekend had low turnout. They combined the men's field so it was a Pro 1,2,3 and Masters race for each event. Unfortunately, due to my obligations I couldn't race. Sean won both Masters races and placed 2nd and 3rd in the Pro 1,2,3 races. He was able to clear some nice race winnings. Afterward, we drove to Hunting Island State Park, SC and enjoyed the afternoon on the beach. Unfortunately, it was very cold with clouds and high winds. It was the first time the pups had been to the beach and they loved it! I think we'll go back for a long weekend. Looking forward to being in GVL next weekend for the Cycling Classic.

Perfect!

I saw this for a T-shirt and think it should be my motto!