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Fall at it's finest

Today was like riding in a Fairy Tale through the tunnel of trees on a carpet of Leaves. Only God could paint such a canvas of color. The air was crisp and the leaves made a crinkle sound as we rode over top of them, what a feeling that was. I'm trying not to whine to much about the season that comes next and just enjoy fall as long as I can.

The End is near

Off we went today to ride the Kent Trail In Grand Rapids. It's a trail we have not rode yet and I have been wanting to get there for quite sometime. Our riding day's for this year are numbered and it has been a great year to be out and about on our bikes. Hopefully we will get a few more rides in before the s--- flies. I just can't even bear to say that S word. I enjoyed the Kent Trail but I still say the White Pine Trail in GR is my favorite. I love the little town of Rockford and eating at the Dam Dog. I just never get tired of riding my bike. It's a great way to see the beauty of our great State.

Off we went



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Laundry Day

On the 4th of July the most precious bundle arrived from China. Her name is Madeline. She has a smile that lights up the world and the sweetest little personality that melts the hearts of everyone who meets her. On Fri she attended her first "girls breakfast" at the French Laundry. She is such a silly girl, she just made us laugh the whole time we were there. On Oct 1st. she will have her first of many surgery's to correct her cleft lip. I'm going to have to say, I will miss that sweet little smile and that little tooth. Love you Madline and I can't wait to have more "girl day's" with you...

Fun with no Sun

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That's exactley what we did this Labor Day weekend, we had lot's of fun without the Sun. I can't believe I have been going to Pentwater all these years and no one has taken me to the Country Dairy. Kim and Craig climbed Mt. Baldie and I finally biked the Hart-Montague Trail. We kept ourselves very busy doing things we ordinarly would not have done if the Sun had shone. It was a great weekend of having fun without the Sun.

Girlfriends

Dinner and the movies!!! Why, yes I would love to go. It has been way to long sence we have sat together to eat and catch up on things and you all know how I like to eat. It was so good to see you all ,why I hardly noticed the heat and sweat dripping down my back. Let's just not wait so long until we do it again. OK? Good that settles it! Oh look, a couch! Let's take a picture!!!! I bet the rest of you are sad you had to run off to the movies and miss this wonderful photo opportunity! Next time!

Fun food and Friends

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riding with the relatives

I had such a fun day today riding with my little people. They were such little troopers riding on the Paint Creek Trail today. I never heard one complaint...well maybe one when Ali "accidentley" pushed her brother in the river, but you recovered well Aaron. We will have to do it again real soon and next time I will bring more snacks....because you all know...I ride for food!!! I have the thighs to prove it....

30 years old

We celebrated Joanna's 30th birthday on saturday, I just can not believe my baby girl is turning 30! Time goes by so fast and it is something you can never get back and no matter how hard you try to hold on to it, you just can't. That sweet little face has grown into a beautiful young women. Those little feet have taken you on quite a journey through the years. Some have brought us many tears but many have brought us much joy. You have been such a gift from God to us. We love you very much! Happy birthday little girl!!!!

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We ride for food

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4th of July

We had another wonderful 4th of July in Pentwater and a very succesful Parade. Thank you Mark and Debbie for letting us be apart of your celebration.

North Central

Off we went on Sunday, in the Rain, heading up to Ride the North Central Trail. Why we continued on I don't know because it was pouring rain the whole way up there. After several calls back and forth between the cars we said, let's just go for it and if nothing else we will just find a cute little place and have breakfast, because you all know I ride to eat and I eat even if I can't ride. Well we found that cute little place in Indian River, had our breakfast, the rain stopped, so off we went. I'm so glad we continued on. It was a great ride along Mullett Lake through the woods and open fields right into Cheboygan. If you would have told me we would be riding 41 miles this day I would have told you that you were crazy. What an adventure we had along the way.

Surprise visit from my girls

Joanna was home for the first time sence Christmas. It was so good to have her and my Grandpuppy home for a visit even if it was just a short time. God has been so very good to her. It was so good to see her looking so healthy and happy. I am just praising God for keeping his hand on her life. We are so proud of you Joanna!!!!!!

Getting started

I never tire of riding the Paint Creek Trail and I love sharing the ride with my friends. Thanks for going and sharing your day with us. Sorry Steve and Craig, you seem to be missing in the picture. Doesn't Kathy look especially nice? Is that a green shirt I see under you sweater? What a fun day!!!!!

Enjoying the moment

The group just left us in their dust so Bobbie and I decieded to take a moment and just enjoy the beauty of the trail. That's just like life. We get going so fast and furious trying to make it to the end and we don't take the time to enjoy it along the way. Besides my butt butt was a little sore!

Enjoying our hot dogs, well at least some of us were eating hot dogs, at our favorite hot dog place in Rochester. Just can't believe some would choose to eat "Bean Soup" and a "Greek Salad" at a hot dog joint. I won't mention any names Kathy and Steve....

What would biking be with out ice cream???? Bobbie seems to be enjoying her's.

The Pooped Peddlers

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It's not a Choice

50.1 miles...it was not a choice but a challenge. We went to ride and ride is what we did. 20 miles on the Betsie River and 50.1 on the T.A.R.T/Leelanau trail. Would I do it again...get your bikes and let's get going!

Someone needs to learn how to use her Camera

I really need to learn how to use this camera. I take video's instead of pictures and pictures instead of video's. Sorry girlfriends for all the retakes!!!! I just had to post it, cause I think we all look so cute sitting in the shade like little old ladies. Don't tell the other's I said that.

Didn't we have fun

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20 Miles

20 miles of fun, sun, food, and good memories. It was a tad bit chilly when we started but it didn't take long for the sun to warm us up. I've always said, I could be in the worst mood ever but put me on my bike and take me to a trail and my spirits will begin to soar, John even looks better out on the trails! I know, hard to believe but it's true. It's the best therapy ever! So, if you need a pick me up and you Hubby is staring to get on your last nerve get on your bikes and join us on our next ride. You will be amazed!!!!

Shifting Gears

Today was our first Shifting Gears ride of the season. I was so happy someone could finally ride along. No offense John your a fun guy and all but it's always so much fun to share the ride with your friends. Thanks for the GREAT DAY!!!!!

Happy Mothers Day To Me

It doesn't matter

IT doesn't matter how you look just as long as you get out there and do it! It's always a proud moment for John when I leave the house looking like this.

leg and limb

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Life and Limb

work out Queen

OOOPS...Where did those dumbells come from =D

Work in Day and Night I am!!!

Your going to have to step it up out there in Portland if your going to keep up with this work out Queen!

OFFICAL weigh in

When viewing the offical weigh in video you might want to turn off the music on my playlist. It's on Sistah! May the best sister win!!!!!

The OFFICAL weigh in

Kensington/Milford

This ride is not for the faint of heart or the early ride of the biking season but what a beautiful ride it is. I really needed to have a few more weeks of riding before I tackled this ride. I love the nature and the scenic views all along the way. So I huffed and puffed my way around even had to walk up a hill or two but it was so worth it. We will have to do this one again, so get in shape you Shifting Gears so you can go along!