Category Archives: nature

Gratitude for a Ride this Thanksgiving

Posted on November 24, 2011 by

  Today, with a little bit of organization, I could take some time in the middle of the day, to ride.  And I am so glad I did.  The weather was beautiful, the streets I rode on were unusually quiet, … Continue reading →

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Giving Gratitude, or in the words of Jon Stewart, “Your moment of zen”

Posted on November 11, 2011 by

Here we are in November already, and while riding this weekend I had to stop and give thanks.  As I rode I reflected on the beauty of the azure sky and bay, and the way the sun sparkled on the … Continue reading →

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Esperanza, Bluff Point NY

Posted on July 11, 2011 by

Tuesday’s destination was Esperanza Mansion, in Bluff Point.  To get to Esperanza, the group rode 48.3 miles, covering quite a few hills, through the lovely little town of Hammondsport.  The Esperanza Mansion was charming, offering splendid views of Lake Keuka. … Continue reading →

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“Falling” Over the Beauty of Watkins Glenn

Posted on July 9, 2011 by

          Monday consisted of a ride through the scenic Finger Lakes wine country, meeting up with the SAG vehicle to have a picnic lunch at a winery, and then on to see the splendor of  (19 … Continue reading →

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About Face: Bell’s Palsy Diagnosis

Posted on July 7, 2011 by

“We must let go of the life we planned, as to accept the one that is waitng for us.”  Joseph Campbell I was anticipating the Finger Lakes Bicycle Tour with glee for some time.  However, even best made plans do … Continue reading →

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Some scenes from the Finger Lakes

Posted on July 2, 2011 by
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Bicycles = Happiness

Posted on May 22, 2011 by

A quote I read this morning fits so perfectly with my day yesterday  http://shebicycles.com/  “It is better to travel well than to arrive.”  Buddha My happy, upbeat mood resonated with me all day yesterday after my boardwalk ride.  Watching the … Continue reading →

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On the Boardwalk

Posted on May 21, 2011 by

People having some fun…on the boardwalk, cycling on a Saturday afternoon.  Finally some sun, and better yet – no rain!  Perfect afternoon just riding on the boardwalk with good company, people watching, and stopping for an ice cream cone.  The … Continue reading →

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Chic Brooklyn Cyclers in Prospect Park

Posted on May 17, 2011 by

After meandering through the Bike Jumble along the JJ Byrne playground in Brooklyn, we headed onward for a stroll around Prospect Park.  This Brooklyn Treasure has a carousel, a lake, is still considered a forest area, an extensive bike path, … Continue reading →

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Swan Lake

Posted on May 6, 2011 by

Sunday, May 1st, while about 40,000 other NYers were trying to cycle in the traffic jam TD Five Boro Tour, I took a lovely spring ride in the Massapequa Preserve, surrounded mostly by nature, several other cyclists, and pedestrians.  In the … Continue reading →

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