I woke up today, thinking that this whole situation was just a nightmare. That some maniac who attacked a woman I don't know couldn't change me, couldn't change how I go about my day. But it did. I know that we all take risks. The difference is that I know cycling is inherently dangerous. Accidents happen all the time. But, they're accidents. This was no accident. This shouldn't be on my list of risks. Flat tires, blow outs, falls - those are the risks we should just accept. This is different, and need to be dealt with differently.

I'm sure that in time, I'll be able to ride alone. I love my 'alone' time. I can feel like Superwoman, because I have no one to gauge my speed against. I hope that when they catch this monster that I'll be able to feel that way again.

Thanks everyone for letting us vent about this. It has really affected the local community. This is a very popular trail, and if people stop using it out of fear, then it really will become more of a problem.

SB - we'll talk.

Cindylou - it wasn't me blowing by you. First, I don't blow by much, except perhaps a turtle or two, and second, I haven't been out there in a month or so. And when I was there, I was alone - as usual!