My mother always told me I was very book smart, but when it came to common sense it seemed like I had some studying to do. Somedays I think she was very, very right. It seems like common sense when you're riding your bike on a road downhill very fast with lots of other riders around you to be very careful and don't be so chatty. I missed that lesson. In mile 2 of the MS Bike Ride this weekend, I decided to turn to the left to talk to someone and veered to the right off into a ditch. I was going so fast I lost control of my bike and ended up tumbling down the road. Good news is I didn't take anyone else with me and I'm OK. In fact, I was able to finish the ride after my bike and I were repaired and wrapped in bandages. Bad news is I've derailed my triathlon training for at least a week. I've got cuts, bruises and stiffness everywhere. I will try to get back on my bike this week, but running and swimming will have to wait until my very bruised shoulder can handle it. UGH!
All in all, the ride went fantastic. My team (Team Trust) had 14 members. We raised over $12,000 for the MS Society and we all finished the miles we set out to do. The ride was fun and the scenery and weather were absolutely gorgeous. If you ever think about doing an organized, long distance ride for charity, this one is well organized and for a great cause. And, Team Trust is always welcoming new members!
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