Despite my nerves …
I WANTED to ride outside.
I NEEDED to do 50+ miles.
Atlanta to Alabama ride = 56 miles.
WAY outside my comfort zone, but …
Why not?
Today was scary and entirely exhilarating. I figured I could do it scared, or not do it at all. I am still so nervous riding in new places. All of the unknowns get me worked up and I start to challenge myself and all my work. But, I DID IT! At first, I was going to jump on my trainer ,then I said I would do 5 mile loops at Stone Mountain. Then, I talked myself into an out and back at Silver Comet (although, I had never been there). And then, sitting on the couch with Kevin, I said in a moment of courage … “if I ride my bike to Alabama, will you pick me up?” Without hesitation, he said, “Yes!” So, I did it. Along the way I pushed harder than I knew I could, I made friends, got chased by a chicken, I paused for a tree that fell, and I EXPERIENCED the most beautiful and inspiring ride.
Kristen Sario
I felt so alive today. As you know, I’ve been in such a fog since my mom died. This ride was good for my soul. A lot of “remember whens” will come from today’s ride. It’s hard to think I almost did a forgettable 3 hours on my trainer.
Thanks for always being there for me.
Atlanta to Alabama. Why not?
Kristen
