Another year.. Another number.. Another page turns..

[Roadtrip]

Tomorrow I turn thirty six years old. Just about a year ago I bought my first bike after looking at my life and realizing I needed change.

Wow, I didn't know just how much change would find me in these twelve months.

Thirty pounds from my hips and back-side were cast aside and "lost" along the road somewhere.

I found a new job, that while a tad more stressful, is more responsibility and infinatly more rewarding then where I was before.

I rode my first five mile, ten mile, and even twenty mile rides.

Also rode my first group ride just a few short weeks ago. I felt limited (scared) of the road and stuck to bike paths, but have challenged myself and road six miles on busy city streets, while scanning the road for danger and staying out of the door zone, feeling more at ease with every mile!

Lastly, but most rewarding, I found these lovely women (and guy) for support and guidience along the way.

Thanks for perhaps the best year of my life,
Shannon

[spindizzy]

Happy, Happy Birthday Shannon! What a fantastic year you've had. So many accomplishments. You should be so proud of yourself!

[channlluv]

Now that's an inspiring post.

Happy birthday!

[Velocivixen]

Happy Birthday! Thanks for sharing your story. You sound very happy and that's a good way to be.

[PamNY]

Happy birthday, and thanks for sharing the story. Brings a smile.

[VeganBikeChick]

Happy Happy Birthday to you, Shannon. What a great post. I, too, am 35 and at a crossroads in my life. I've picked up my bike and hopefully the rest will fall into place. So glad to hear what a wonderful year you've had and wishing you many many more.

[ridenread]

Happy Birthday! Have a wonderful day and an even better ride

[Bike Chick]

How wonderful for you, Shannon. Hope you have a wonderful birthday and an even better year ahead. Maybe there's a century in your future;)

[OakLeaf]

Happy birthday Shannon. I'm glad you found TE, too! :)

[indysteel]

Happy Birthday, Shannon! I had a similar feeling when I turned 37 (the year after I started cycling). I remember having the same feeling--that I'd just had one of my better years, thanks to my bike and all the positive change it brought to my life. I hope you have many happy miles ahead of you this coming year.

[redrhodie]

Nice post! Happy Birthday! You have made some excellent choices! Keep it up!

[Tri Girl]

your post made me feel such happiness for you! Congrats, Shannon, on one of the best years ever! Here's to many, many more!!:) And Happy Birthday!

[sundial]

What a fabulous way to celebrate a new year! May you have as many accomplishments in 2011. Happy birthday, Shannon. :)

[Owlie]

Happy birthday, Shannon!

(Are we ever going to get that coffee worked out? :) )

[hebe]

Happy Birthday! I'm sure that the next year will be just as wonder-full for you :D

[Roadtrip]

Thanks everyone!!!


Happy birthday, Shannon!

(Are we ever going to get that coffee worked out? :) )

Just wrapped up work things, so I'm free the rest of the day!!! :)

[runningteach]

Happy Birthday!:) Thanks for sharing. I have a birthday on Monday.

[Miranda]

Tomorrow I turn thirty six years old.
Shannon



I had a similar feeling when I turned 37 (the year after I started cycling).

That is interesting... I was 37 when I got my first road bike and re-found my love of riding a bike outside from childhood. Prior to that some things with my health had gotten to a point it was time for a change. Pedaling is a very positive change to make. Wonder how many other ladies we have that found cycling in their lives about this time, hmmm.

Shannon hope your birthday was a great one!:)

[Marquise]

Happy Birthday! Congratulations on all you've accomplished. Hope you enjoy many, many happy miles in the years to come.