Hello Cyclists!
Just wanted to start a new thread so I wouldn't take away from Brandi's Thread. I have missed this place so much. I miss the cycle talk here.
I so appreciate the welcome backs I've gotten from OakLeaf, lph, crazycanuck, emily in nc, salsabike and lots of other private messages too.
It's been barely over a year since the divorce and lots has gone on with selling the joint house and buying a new house, working 4 jobs and trying to keep my head on straight. My cycling time has gone WAY down, but I'm trying to ride as much as possible.
Anyhoo, I love y'all and will be visiting in more often.
I would love to hear some updates!
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05-20-2011, 10:48 AM #1
They call me Crash
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Hi and Thanks! and Tell me what's going on!
"Being retired from Biking...isn't that kinda like being retired from recess?" Stephen Colbert asked of Lance Armstrong
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05-20-2011, 11:09 AM #2
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Yay silver! Welcome back. We missed you. Glad to hear you're still on the bike!
'02 Eddy Merckx Fuga, Selle An Atomica
'85 Eddy Merckx Professional, Selle An Atomica
'10 Soma Double Cross DC, Selle An Atomica
Slacker on wheels.
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05-20-2011, 11:09 AM #3
Meow!
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Hi Ho Silver and welcome back!
Live with intention. Walk to the edge. Listen hard. Practice wellness. Play with abandon. Laugh. Choose with no regret. Continue to learn. Appreciate your friends. Do what you love. Live as if this is all there is.
--Mary Anne Radmacher
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05-20-2011, 11:53 AM #4
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Wow - sorry to hear about the divorce, but glad you managed to find time to come back and say hi to us!
If it's any consolation, I was in a similar boat - left horribly in debt after a divorce, working what felt like 7 jobs (was only 5 jobs) and struggling. But, after just a few years of hard work, everything turned around.
It does get better!For 3 days, I get to part of a thousand other journeys.
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05-20-2011, 12:16 PM #5
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Welcome back Silver - glad to see you've come back. Now, tell us if you've been keeping upon on riding or not? No judgments, just wondering. You were getting so strong!
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05-20-2011, 12:18 PM #6
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I don't have much to add, but just wanted to say..... Welcome back! It's good to see you posting again
Andrea
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2011 Surly Long Haul Trucker
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05-20-2011, 12:20 PM #7
Team Embolism
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Welcome back!!!
Sarah
When it's easy, ride hard; when it's hard, ride easy.
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2011 Mercian Vincitore Special
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05-20-2011, 12:55 PM #8
Grizzled
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Welcome back indeed! It's great to see you here again. What's happened? Uh... I dunno. Usual chit-chat? I'm not good at picking up history
Hang around and see!
Winter riding is much less about badassery and much more about bundle-uppery. - malkin
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2000 Schwinn Fastback Comp road bike/Specialized Jett
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05-20-2011, 01:06 PM #9
Homegrown
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I've been wondering where you went... Welcome back!
SheFly"Well behaved women rarely make history." including me!
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05-20-2011, 01:21 PM #10
In-app purchases
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Welcome back Silver. Glad you're finding some bike time.
Short version of my last year: two marathons, one bike crash, full recovery, couple of scars, one 5K PR, one TOSRV, and now it's too wet to do anything in the garden.
What about you?
Speed comes from what you put behind you. - Judi Ketteler
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05-20-2011, 01:34 PM #11
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Oh, SUCH an excellent summary! Love it.
Originally Posted by OakLeaf
Welcome back Silver. Glad you're finding some bike time.
Short version of my last year: two marathons, one bike crash, full recovery, couple of scars, one 5K PR, one TOSRV, and now it's too wet to do anything in the garden. What about you?"My predominant feeling is one of gratitude. I have loved and been loved;I have been given much and I have given something in return...Above all, I have been a sentient being, a thinking animal, on this beautiful planet, and that in itself has been an enormous privilege and an adventure." O. Sacks
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05-26-2011, 05:20 AM #12
gravel grindess
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It is so nice to hear from you again and I'm glad you are no longer a stranger. Originally Posted by silver
I was thinking about you the other day when I reached for a jersey that had that pesky elastic around the waist. I remember how you were so kind to offer your time to mend a few of the TE'ers jerseys and you often coached us on how to remove the seams so that we could finally rid our jerseys of the unwanted elastic. You were so very supportive of those who were fallen or injured and you would craft a beautiful pendant and send it to them in a care package.
Have you thought of how much your ministry has touched the lives of many?
You took a terrible fall which resulted in life threatening injuries and when you were able to, you returned to your bike and you continued to train competitively. When you raced, you finished in the top of your division. Your steadfastness is remarkable and your recovery is motivating for those of us who face set backs due to injuries.
Silver, you are a caring, compassionate person who, along with Mr. Bloom, have instilled wonderful Christian qualities and values for your children.
I applaud you for your courage to rejoin TE and I hope you feel welcome here and continue to be a part of the discussions. I appreciate that Mr. Bloom has graciously extended his welcome as well.
My best to you as you continue on this fascinating journey in life.
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05-26-2011, 05:27 AM #13
Ain't Love a Surprise?
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Sundial, that was the most gracious post I have ever read. I agree with every word! Thank you!
(welcome back Silver. Please accept my sentiments through Sundial's post)
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05-26-2011, 06:24 AM #14
Can't never could!
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Past year?
Hardly rode the road bike, haven't done anything longer than a metric. Found the dirty side, started racing mountain bikes which is so much fun, joined the shop's race team, had a car wreck that totaled my bike and got a new fabulous race bike. Decided I will start nursing school in the fall.
So glad you're back and hopefully once you get in the groove you can get back to all your passions. New starts are hard no matter what they are born from.Amanda
2011 Specialized Epic Comp 29er | Specialized Phenom | "Marie Laveau"
2007 Cannondale Synapse Carbon Road | Selle Italia Lady Gel Flow | "Miranda"
You don't have to be great to get started, but you do have to get started to be great. -Lee J. Colan
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05-26-2011, 07:27 PM #15
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Welcome back, Silver. I've been away myself and just happened to check in and see this post. I really do miss TE and all of the conversations here.
My hubby was diagnosed with multiply myeloma (cancer of the blood plasma) and I don't have much time to ride anymore. Life can change in an instant when you least expect it.
"Begin doing what you want to do now. We are not living in eternity. We have only this moment, sparkling like a star in our hand - and melting like a snowflake." Marie Beyon Ra"Chisel praise in stone; write criticism in sand."
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