For the first time since I started commuting this season, I felt like I had a good ride this morning. I've always been slower in the morning than on the afternoon commute, but the last 2 weeks have been pitiful and painful. I think some of it is because it's finally a little warmer; 55 instead of 40 or 42 at 5:45 AM. I didn't have to wear my full winter gear today for the first time.
Although my speed wasn't stellar, it was OK for a commute, nothing hurt, and I felt like I was flying. I also "noticed" all of the cool things I see along the way, instead of thinking "I can't stand this."
I actually will have to wear sleeveless for the ride home.