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10-20-2008, 11:22 PM #1
never tell me the odds.
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10-21-2008, 06:38 AM #2
Small world, big life!
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I have so much admiration for people who can put very personal details out like that for everyone to read. Think of all the people in similar situations who can be edified by his candor.
Karen~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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10-21-2008, 07:19 AM #3
A bike named Jake.
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That was really beautifully put Karen. Originally Posted by Tuckervill
It feels kind of strange for me to have such an emotional reaction to the Nelsons. I remember reading about the tumors in Susan's brain and the description of them as being like dandelion seeds, I felt really numb the rest of the day thinking about that family. Maybe it's because of the people close to me who have been battling cancer for years and years or maybe it's because Elden has been so generous and candid to let readers into their lives. Anyway, I'm continuing to hope and pray for them, and am always in awe of their strength and courage."Live, more than your neighbors. Unleash yourself upon the world and go places. Go now! Giggle. Know. Laugh. And bark the the moon like the wild dog that you are!" - Jon Blais
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10-21-2008, 10:43 AM #4
Ride your ride.
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I can totally understand it. The writing becomes a form of therapy and, at this point, it's probably a great release for Elden to get everything out. Plus, I noticed his sister's comment, so the blog also serves as a way to communicate with family so that he doesn't have to re-tell the situation over and over. What's amazing to me is seeing all the wonderful responses to his posts about Susan's condition. Originally Posted by Tuckervill
If I remember correctly, 201 is the weight minimum to qualify for the Clydesdale class. Since Elden started out as a "fat" cyclist, that's the significance of the Clydesdale horse in his logo. Originally Posted by Pedal Wench
"How about if we all just try to follow these very simple rules of the road? Drive like the person ahead on the bike is your son/daughter. Ride like the cars are ambulances carrying your loved ones to the emergency room. This should cover everything, unless you are a complete sociopath."
David Desautels, in a letter to velonews.com
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10-21-2008, 10:54 AM #5
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From Fatty's site...
201: The "201" on the left sleeve goes with the Fat Cyclist Clydesdale logo. Since 200 pounds is the traditional threshold for being in the Clydesdale category, this jersey goes to 201.
I wore mine for the first time yesterday. It is an extremely comfortable jersey and I love that the bottom doesn't have elastic. I'm planning on wearing it Sunday for the Austin LiveStrong Challenge ride...along with my pink "cancer sucks" socks.
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10-21-2008, 11:08 AM #6
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Funny. I'm planning on wearing mine with MY pink "cancer sucks" sock this weekend on the 3-Day! It will be under my Route Safety crew shirt, but I'll know it's there... Originally Posted by Steph_in_TX
For 3 days, I get to part of a thousand other journeys.
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10-28-2008, 03:33 AM #7
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Just to keep Fat Cyclist fans updated: According to Elden's Facebook status, he met with a hospice nurse last night. That doesn't sound good, obviously, so I'm sure he and the family can use all of our prayers, virtual hugs, best wishes and good thoughts.
"How about if we all just try to follow these very simple rules of the road? Drive like the person ahead on the bike is your son/daughter. Ride like the cars are ambulances carrying your loved ones to the emergency room. This should cover everything, unless you are a complete sociopath."
David Desautels, in a letter to velonews.com
Random babblings and some stuff to look at.
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10-28-2008, 04:47 AM #8
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Thnx, Kali. I have not read today but will do so in short order.
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