Bad news (century training)

[indysteel]

((((Beth)))). How scary. I hope the surgery helps. One of my childhood memories is of my brother's own detached retina. He was only 18, but is horribly myopic. I've been schooled in the risks and warning signs for years. I've had a few scary moments myself thanks to my own horrible eyesight, but thankfully, my retinas are still intact. Now I have to worry about the effect of Graves' Disease on my eyes, along with a host of other vision problems. So, while none of my problems rise to the level of detachment, I do sympathize. Take care of yourself; the bike will be there when you're ready for it.

[OakLeaf]

(((((Beth))))) Good luck with the surgery and the healing. You'll be back, and your bike will be waiting for you.

[Velocivixen]

You know that saying about when one door closes, another one opens....
Please take care of yourself and your vision. It's priceless. You will have so many other opportunities to ride centuries and other rides. Now you will slow down...smell the roses. We will be here for moral support and good energy.

[Crankin]

Take care of the eyes first! Your bike will be waiting when you can get back to riding.
But, just remember, some of us never "train," we just ride. And that is exactly how I prepared for the one century I have done. My longest ride was 65 miles and I managed to complete the 103 miles in 6.5 hours, with no apparent ill effects.
Just saying...