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My local bicycling club CIBA (Central Indiana Bicycling Association) http://cibaride.org asked me to write an article to be put on the website and newsletter. I was honored to be asked and it's now on the site. For a link to the full story http://cibaride.org/PDF_files/Inspriation_story1.pdf
Awesome! Feel rather compelled to get out an ride my bike now. :cool:
Amazing story. You go girl!!!
Wow, what a great story ! Many congratulations on your achievements.
Wow! You go, girl. Times 2!
Great story Mary, keep up the good work!
What a fantastic article! Way to go!! And what a great way to set a goal for next year - a virtual ride across Canada!
Dear Mary,
Your story is so inspiring!!! Sometimes things happen in our lives which we really don't understand until much later in life. Your story can be such an inspiration to those who are facing similar challenges and just don't know where to start. If your don't mind, I am going to copy your story and pass it on to anyone I think can benefit from it. Just like your unknown benefactor, you will become a benefactor to others by your story.
Thank you and best wishes!!
Nina
Wow. You go girl. You're an inspiration for more than riding. I suspect your benefactor will read your article, which is wonderful, and have all the thanks anyone could imagine. Thank you in turn.
Karen
Hi Mary- Thanks for your wonderful story. I have passed it on to some of my cycling friends who will also love to hear your adventures!
Well Done Mary - your story is an inspiration for others. :)
I add my voice to the others here--yours is a wonderful story, and I really love that you have been able to rediscover the joy of play; your grandchildren are fortunate to have you in their lives!
thanks for sharing your story... isn't it amazing what you can accomplish once you decide YOU CAN!!! way to go... not just on your weight loss and riding... but in believing in yourself! A true inspiration... :)
Mary,
Your story brought tears to my eyes......... just wonderful! You have every right to be very proud of what you've accomplished, and I am sure you'll accomplish much more in the future!
annie
very nice article Mary! I'm cheering you on to continue your riding/journey during the yucky winter months that Indiana has - coz I'm riding the VCAN with you my friend. We (V)Can do this! ;)
So wonderful to hear your story, Mary!
Very touching that someone bought that bike for you and very inspirational that you have truly embraced a new lifestyle and are getting healthier every day! It sounds like you are fully in charge of those impending winter months too!
Best to you!
Well written Mary... congrats
Good luck with those winter months... we have just left winter behind... roll on summer!
ok, so we're all moving down there :)
I love NZ Im packing my bags whilst typing. :DQuote:
Originally Posted by Trek420
I'm heading home for three-and-a-bit weeks on the 4th. :D
You lucky girl. Have a great time and enjoy the summer while you can. :)Quote:
Originally Posted by tlkiwi
Isn't it amazing what we old gals can do when we put our minds and butts in gear/!! I am still reading Mary's article and really appreciate all you wonderful biker gals' supportive comments!! You all rock!!:D
Thanks for sharing it with us Mary! I want to share your story with my two sisters who give me every excuse under the sun why they cannot bike or do any form of exercise. I tell them if the mind is willing . . . they just have to believe in themselves. And JUST DO IT!
I can see that you truly believe!
And here's to summer . . . just around the corner! :)
What a wonderful story. You're an inspiration to us all.
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You are one amazing woman, Mary. If your story doesn't inspire, I don't know what will. I wish you every success in your journey!!:) :) :)
~Sherry.
Mary, as a woman of 62 and a new biker, with lots of health problems and 300 lbs packing me down, I found your story to be the best inspiration I've ever encountered in my life!!! I am riding as a tribute to you!!!:D
Thanks for sharing your story. Know that you give us all a push:)
Bump for newcomers by request...
I will post an updated version of the story soon... Grandson #2 is waking and NOT happy :eek: right now so Grandma has to run.:p
Thank you, Mary, for sharing your story. You are such an inspiration! I hope you continue to let all of us here at TE walk your walk with you and let us all encourage each other along the way.
Enjoy your grandchildren and your new life,
Patty
What a wonderful story, Mary! I am glad it got bumped up for all of us newbies here.
Hi Mary. Thank you so much. Looking forward to the updated version!!
Nina
mary what a wonderful job you did in writing this and accomplishing what you have. keep on going. you are an inspiration!