32 miles of Air

So, I participated in a 32-mile bike race yesterday. My husband was riding in the 50 miler and after the stress and disarray of the week, I thought; "What the hell? It would be good to get some intense exercise." So, I signed up on Friday and was ready to roll early yesterday morning. I needed to think, I needed fresh air, I needed to not be at the hospital. So off I went, actually off we went, to wing our extended ride.

Within the first mile, I met my riding buddy for the day. She was an energetic soul who was on business and decided, like myself, what the heck, I will ride in a race I haven't trained for! We stuck together the entire 32 miles, me on my hybrid and she on her mountain bike. It was truly an uplifting experience. Watching the sun crest above the river and give a reflection that all the money in the world could not buy. Enjoying the first cool morning of the season by inhaling fresh air by the pound and feeling the burn in my thighs helped to melt my hospital stress away and refocus on the positive in my life. It was the best 32 miles of air yet.

After the race, I felt refreshed and ready to face the upcoming challenge of mimi's cancer. God would help me get through this, my husband would help me get through this, my family will help me get through this...all to lay a strong foundation for me, who will help her get through this.