Feeling backed into a corner on a volunteer effort is definitely no fun!....Is it possible that your officemates are really (if awkwardly) paying you a compliment? If they're not serious cyclists themselves---particularly not daily commuters----they probably see you as so capable and passionate about riding that they assume you welcome any and all opportunities to bike. (The gal waving the clipboard in your face is possibly an exception, LOL!)........
As for the woman who is hoping to do the 70K route, maybe wishing her well is the ticket to feeling less annoyed? Sure, she's almost certainly in over her head (or butt, as the case may be!), but she'll raise a little money for a good cause and gain an appreciation for what long-distance cycling entails. Besides, being magnanimous when you don't have to be can feel pert darned good.
Definitely don't feel guilty about not wanting to spend your weekend with officemates! I agree with redrhodie: weekends are time for recharging your batteries, your way. Your two trips sound like fabulous getaways---enjoy them from start to finish!
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05-31-2008, 10:37 AM #7
Dog Is My Co-Pilot
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Last edited by KathiCville; 05-31-2008 at 12:21 PM.
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