Thursday, May 12, 2022
Cedar Rapids to West Branch, IA: 43 miles
How do you turn things around on a difficult day?
I did not ride today.
Others rode in 90+ heat.
Ten days ago, I twisted
An intercostal muscle (between ribs).
This morning realized it needed
Healing Rest.
Into van for today.
My advantage …
Not riding in high heat.
Still felt like shirking.
Others were riding in heat.
Here's what I know:
Comparison is downright discouraging!
Here was amazing turn-around point:
Donna from CO said,
“Come look at clothes in this closet.”
Oh Wow! Dress-up time.
We tried things on & howled with laughter!
Laughing shifted my mood,
Lifted my heavy funk.
Finding humor really can lmprove outlook.
I'm back on track.
Hugs,
Lin
Limerick:
With things feeling heavy & funky.
An outlook that's all dark & gunky.
A giggle or two,
Will help you renew,
A viewpoint that's lighter & spunky.
Sleep space for 4 women.
Playing dress-up with clothes in Air Bnb and howling with laughter!
Donna from CO raiding dress-up closet.
Great dress-up possibility.
Christmas tree in great room of our Air Bnb. Ready for any season!
Fortunately plenty of garage space for bike storage.
Cyclists on couch catching up with emails.
Hi Lin!
You’re in my college territory now (where I had had the dream of riding back home from college or to a reunion!
You continue to inspire me! I had a couple of “those days” on my Argentina hiking trip recently! We must get together to share those stories amd more whem you’re back😉 My next challenge is a Lake Superior open water swim in August. We’ll wear wetsuits and swim 2.1 miles in up to 2 foot waves. We’ll see how my PMA (positive mental attitude) can carry me through. Otherwise, there’s always the boat (similar to your ride in the sag wagon:)
Be well, my friend! Stay strong and positive (as usual!!!)
❤️Patsy
Patsy, I’m inspired by your energy and commitment! Talk about “engaging while aging… I love it! 🙂