Category: Inspiration and Joy
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Carbohydrate Power Smoothie
A few friends have asked what type of smoothie I drink before a long ride. I found this one in The Ultimate Smoothie Book and modified by adding ice. It has 31.1g carbohydrates and I love it! I usually drink it with peanut butter and banana toast and also lots of water on my way…
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Another request for MS 150 support
This is a letter I just sent to many of my ‘real-life’ friends. I do want/ need/ desire for you to consider supporting me through prayer. I do NOT want any of my cyber-friends (or anyone, for that matter) to feel obligated to contribute financially. That being said, please read on… I finally have pedaled…
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My kids LOVE to clear the table
At the end of almost every family meal around our table, our kids can’t wait to clear the table and they giggle through almost all of it. How is it so much fun? Is our house really that cool? Well, let’s just say I have a clever (and fun ) husband. My husband has made…
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80 mile cycling menu
I was just packing my snacks for the 80 mile bicycle ride tomorrow and it occurred to me that my menu might make for some interesting reading. I know when I was first learning about distance cycling I was very curious as to what I should eat. The ride tomorrow will be an excellent training…
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Too slow at 15.8 mph?
Last Friday I was able to ride with a dear MS 150 training buddy from last year. She went back to work, so it’s been a challenge for us to find ride time together. I knew she would be off work last week, so I arranged a sitter Friday morning and met her where a…