Isn’t She Lovely?

This is my new Jamis Quest… all 20 lbs of her!

OK, I know I’m not on it in the photo, but its impossible for me to photograph my bike with me on it. Today is cold cold cold again, about 20º with the wind chill, so I am taking a rest day but will get back out there tomorrow. Maybe I can get a few photos while I’m riding…

Ten Mile Decompression

I am becoming fond of the 10 mile after-work decompression… thats 3 times around the park, if I am correct. I don’t have a computer on my bike yet. If anyone can recommend a good one, I’m open.

So far so good. I have gotten used to the shoes, less fearful of falling off the bike because I am locked in. The shoes definitely help with locomotion.

What is it about hills? Why is the same hill so painful the first time around, so easy the second, and so mediocre the third?

Benefit Beer tasting at Captain Lawrence Brewing

Slow and Steady.

Marty has started training: Over the last two weeks I’ve been going to physical therapy for my back and I’m noticing some improvement with my broken sacrum. I’m still a few weeks away from getting on my JAMIS for some short rides [probably to the wine shop], but I can’t wait. I think I’ll get to Pilates class next week to tighten up a bit, and will hit some spin classes the week after. Things are starting to shape up, and now that the sun is shining more often I’m beginning to break out of the winter slump.

On another front, I’ve been working really hard on the construction drawings for “A Garden for Winnie,” the memorial garden for my mother that I designed in 2006. Hopefully, the design will start rising from the ground in the coming months! I’ll keep you up to speed on the progress.

Fundraiser at Captain Lawrence Brewery!

Scott Vacarro has graciously offered to host a beer tasting paired with a Team in Training fundraiser for the Lake Tahoe Century Ride at his Captain Lawrence Brewing Company in Pleasantville, New York. This afternoon event will involve tasting fine, hand crafted beers that have copius and dubius amounts of alcohol, while having a special tour of the brewmaster’s haven given by Scott.

The date has been chosen: 19 April

Walk-ons welcome: bring your friends, family, co-workers, dogs, and barnyard animals.

Keep it on your radar and look out for the invitations…

Cheers!

watchfuliving

I guess watchfuliving is a type of cancer blog. Its a place for me to share my musings, strategies, jokes, and fixations with anyone who wants to listen. Its a way for me to keep my perspective in check while dealing with this life-challenge thats been dumped in my lap. Writing is a great tool in the face of adversity, I can offer my testimonial. The funny thing is that this adverse situation has also been a pretty damn good teacher…

Benefit Winetasting at Moore Brothers

Wendy Andringa and Moore Brothers Wine Company are hosting a benefit winetasting on April 8th! All proceeds go to Team in Training/ Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Please download the invitation for more details, and RSVP by March 25 if you can join us!

For more information about Moore Brothers Wine Company, click here -> Moore Bros

Welcome!

Welcome to our blog! This is where we will keep you updated about our fundraising and training progress!