Well we've safely rolled across Pennsylvania just to get to the NY metro area. Time has slipped through our fingers while visiting family, but I managed to pull a solo ride to my favorite parts of town.
I forgot home was actually on a hill. I was under the impression that we lived on the flats. Tells you how long I've been away from riding. So many things have changed, from levelling the local community hospital to the fancy schmancy old brick inn where the overly-well-to-do meet for brunch. I can't complain I've been to the inn for brunch, as well. Not many roadies compared to those who use mountain bikes as means of transportation. I could not believe my eyes. The main strip lighting fixtures are decorated with multiple bikes locked to them. Sadly, the only bike rack you'll find in town is the park. I've been informed that the train station renovations will include an elevator and lots of bike racks. Now if we can get the proper security to assure commuters their steeds will be standing upon their return from a day of hustle-and-bustle.
I was hoping to make it all the way to the Iris park and then on to the university about an additional ten miles from my break point, but the sun was beginning to set and I wanted to be indoors before the temperature dropped into the 30's again. This trip we will not make it into the city (nyc). So I'm hoping to return home and settle in within the next few days. I love seeing my twin neices and my nephews. I'm a little sad as their growth in height and education has quickly lapsed before my eyes.
Atleast three months of winter to endure. Stay warm.
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