Nerves of Steel

A few years back I put together a fund raising bike ride. It was a one day, 60-mile event, to raise money for tree planting. Looking back it was a lot of fun. Notice I said looking back, at the time it drove me crazy. The route was easy but you needed detailed instructions for the riders. Then you need permits and police escorts. Safety of the riders was always the highest issue. On the surface things looked calm. But underneath I was nervous about everything. Family and friends readily knew this and one good friend gave me the nickname, ‘Nerves of Steel’.

Well, those nerves of steels are resurfacing again. Tomorrow I leave on a 500 mile, 7 day bike ride. I am nowhere ready – physically, emotionally, mentally, or even equipment wise. I still have to pack.

With any luck, I will be back in a week with some great stories about the ride. Notice I said with any luck – keep me in your thoughts.

See you in a week.