better together.

I rearranged my schedule this week since my parents are moving on Friday and Saturday. So instead of doing my 10 mile bike ride on Saturday, I did it yesterday. Lucky for me, I didn't have to go alone :). My good friend Pilar went with me, and we loved it! Despite it being at least 95 degrees outside, we rode 5 minutes from her house and hit up some country roads. You would have never thought that just prior to our quiet, rolling roads we were dodging cars and construction. It was only 50 meters of busy road, but trust me, it was not fun to ride on. Normally there's a shoulder, but I guess construction has overtaken that, leaving me with a measly white stripe to ride on. All I was thinking was "stay on the line, stay on the line," but my thoughts were distracted by the cars buzzing by. Thankfully this was a route frequented by cyclists, so people aren't surprised to see them, and will often make room.

So for 10 miles we explored countryside with cows, horses, miniature horses (which are for sale I might add), tractors, farmers, and front-porch sitters. Along the way we conquered some minor hills as well. It was delightful. It solidified my love for training. I didn't think it could get much better, but having Pilar along for some company made it wonderful. And it looks like I'll have her along for more than just some of my bike rides! She is going to do the race with me. I'm so thrilled! Everything is better when you have someone to share it with!

Here is a picture of us after our ride yesterday. See how happy we look? It's as if we're just setting out.