So, I have this blog that I never write on, and no one knows about it.  So, I guess this will be kind of like my own private memoir until someone stumbles upon it.  Now for the bike stuff.  I love bikes.  I love what they represent.  To me they are freedom, adventure, a challenge, a connection with my surroundings and with other people.  They are my transport.  I was told today that I am extreme.  I guess I am.  I ride a bike. I don't care what the weather is or what time of day it is.  I ride.  I don't ride far.  I don't have to.  I ride to get where I am going.  Once in a long while, I ride for pure enjoyment.  The common thread is, I ride.