Transformation to Triathlete: Cycling w/the ladies

Every other Friday morning, I ride with the ladies in Ahwatukee. I look forward to this ride as Ahwatukee has some beautiful rolling hills. Reminds me of the place in grew up. Yesterday, I thought about staying in bed as I woke up feeling so tired and lethargic. However, I remembered that the ladies usually call me when I show up late or don't show up. I decided to avoid this and drag myself out of bed. Like clock work the girls were texting at 0725 to make sure I was just going to be late. I love those girls! We rode 25 miles and did quite a few hills for a Friday ride. I think I may be getting a little better at hills since the girls tell me I have wings when I climb hills. :) Often times I am one of the first one up to the top. What they don't know is that I just need to get it done and over with asap!

Saturday's ride with the Ladies always impresses me. We had 25 ladies show up for our group ride. Today we were going to meet Linda B. One of the ladies who is ride cross country, she started in San Diego about a week ago and is riding straight through to Florida, amazing! Yes, on a bicycle. Today's ride was mostly flats with a few little hills to warm the legs as I hear tomorrow's ride is going to be a bear! We rode a little under 30 miles and rejoiced with our fellow teammate. Below you will find a pics of Linda with our group leader, LaVerne who I like to call momma bear. She takes care of all the ladies like we were her little cubs. She is motivating, patient, kind, and giving. Everything you would expect from a true leader. Thanks, LaVerne.