I did the ride last night in Westford, MA. It was small but special. It was a beautiful evening after a week of rain. As we ambled along at 12mph, I could smell the lilacs and apple blossoms. We saw the swollen ponds and streams, and heard waterfalls in places where there's usually just a trickle. It was very peaceful and a lovely way to remember those we've lost.

There were only 8 of us. (I'm not sure why so few, but will do more publicity next time.) I got to meet some good people and wish I could have talked with them more about why they were riding. The "silent" part was hard. And, I'm not sure, but I think we might have had the only unicyclist particpating in the Ride of Silence (www.unicyclemax.com).

I'll be doing it again next year.

Tara