Ashevegas Redemption

Cyclists spend so much time focused on numbers.  It doesn’t matter if you’re an amatuer, pro, fast or slow.  Most of us are constantly training for something…even if it’s just to compete with ourselves.  “Hey man, what’s your data for yesterday’s ride?”  Garmin this.  Strava that.  Power tap…my ass.  I’ve only had use of a…

The Lone Ranger

    Have you ever wanted something so bad, so terribly bad, that it breaks your heart in two?  I’m not talking about someone of the opposite sex or a dream job.  I’m not even talking about something material, like a car.  What I’m referring to is much deeper…raw even.  Have you ever worked so…

Live now. Die later.

My two loves together as one     As some of you might recall, I started this blog in February as a training journal for my first half marathon.  I was a “runner” then and very determined to make running my jam.  Unfortunately, I have a serious mechanical defect that prevents me from running well…

Now serving confidence hand-ups!

Yes kids, it’s been a while.  I slacked after Cincy3 and failed to post ANYTHING.  The week was a total bust and my performance was less than stellar.  I took a week to gather my thoughts and work my ever-loving ass off.  I got home from Cincy around 1am Monday and had to be at work 7…

Two Steps Forward and 10 Years Back

  I’m back.  You can’t get rid of me that easy.  I’m a fighter.  I’m antsy.  I gotta spill my heart over lavender candles and an eccentric musical play list.    Last week was a glimpse into my previous life as a train wreck.  No…I never totally rid myself of my emotional tendencies…but I have…