Yeah Kano, I should've loaded him down.
I'm like you, without the motivation, I will become a slacker too. I think I have worked harder my last couple of rides with him, than I do when I go out by myself. Not that I don't feel it then too, just that I had to slow down a few times yesterday to catch my breath, instead of pacing myself better.

Hope your cold is better today, and you get to ride.