March 14th rides

[michelem]

CRAPPY ride today. Wind gusts up to 27mph. I just couldn't handle the wind. There were times where I was going a mere 7mph! It took me close well over 4 hours to make it 50 miles. I had to stop altogether several times. I just couldn't go the extra 6 to get back to my car, so called my dh to pick me up. Bleh. I have a race (running) tomorrow, and just couldn't chance completely burning myself out. It's just a two-person 1/2 marathon relay and I really could not care less about it. BUT, I am running it with my sister-in-law and don't want to let her down, 'cause she's super-excited about it.

I was just so excited for a weekend without rain! Oh well, hopefully next weekend there will be no rain AND no wind! One can dream . . .

Okay, for some positives: I saw a huge jackrabbit, some roosters, some squirrels, and some wild turkeys. I do love seeing wildlife while out on my rides, as long as they don't run out in front of my bike!