What a fantastic article! Way to go!! And what a great way to set a goal for next year - a virtual ride across Canada!
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11-08-2005, 06:53 AM #1
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11-08-2005, 08:18 AM #2
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Dear Mary,
Your story is so inspiring!!! Sometimes things happen in our lives which we really don't understand until much later in life. Your story can be such an inspiration to those who are facing similar challenges and just don't know where to start. If your don't mind, I am going to copy your story and pass it on to anyone I think can benefit from it. Just like your unknown benefactor, you will become a benefactor to others by your story.
Thank you and best wishes!!
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11-08-2005, 08:34 AM #3
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Asked ot write...
Wow. You go girl. You're an inspiration for more than riding. I suspect your benefactor will read your article, which is wonderful, and have all the thanks anyone could imagine. Thank you in turn.
KarenNo matter how much the world changes, cats will never ride bicycles.
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11-08-2005, 09:16 AM #4
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Hi Mary- Thanks for your wonderful story. I have passed it on to some of my cycling friends who will also love to hear your adventures!
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11-08-2005, 09:29 AM #5
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Well Done Mary - your story is an inspiration for others.
The most effective way to do it, is to do it.
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11-08-2005, 09:33 AM #6
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I add my voice to the others here--yours is a wonderful story, and I really love that you have been able to rediscover the joy of play; your grandchildren are fortunate to have you in their lives!
The bicycle is the most civilized conveyance known to man. Other forms of transport grow daily more nightmarish. Only the bicycle remains pure in heart. ~Iris Murdoch, The Red and the Green
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11-08-2005, 10:25 AM #7
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thanks for sharing your story... isn't it amazing what you can accomplish once you decide YOU CAN!!! way to go... not just on your weight loss and riding... but in believing in yourself! A true inspiration...
There is a fine line between "hobby" and "mental illness".
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11-08-2005, 10:27 AM #8
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Mary,
Your story brought tears to my eyes......... just wonderful! You have every right to be very proud of what you've accomplished, and I am sure you'll accomplish much more in the future!
annieTime is a companion that goes with us on a journey. It reminds us to cherish each moment, because it will never come again. What we leave behind is not as important as how we have lived." Captain Jean Luc Picard
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11-08-2005, 11:26 AM #9
I love headwinds! Really?
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very nice article Mary! I'm cheering you on to continue your riding/journey during the yucky winter months that Indiana has - coz I'm riding the VCAN with you my friend. We (V)Can do this!
Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, champagne in one hand, strawberries in the other, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming: "Yeah Baby! What a Ride!"
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11-08-2005, 09:28 PM #10
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So wonderful to hear your story, Mary!
Very touching that someone bought that bike for you and very inspirational that you have truly embraced a new lifestyle and are getting healthier every day! It sounds like you are fully in charge of those impending winter months too!
Best to you!
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11-09-2005, 09:10 AM #11
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Well written Mary... congrats
Good luck with those winter months... we have just left winter behind... roll on summer!
Courage does not always roar. Sometimes, it is the quiet voice at the end of the day saying,
"I will try again tomorrow".
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11-09-2005, 02:10 PM #12
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ok, so we're all moving down there
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