Ride for the Roses Day 1

Wow. I can't believe that this day has finally arrived. I started raising money for LAF last November, so I have been working toward this day for almost a year.

I managed to stuff my bike into a box and it (and I) made it here relatively unscathed. I did get some funny looks when I brought my bike into the assembly room. It seems everybody else has "real" bikes. Ah well.

Today was a prep day, so no official activities yet. I have been to Austin many times before, so it is nice to be back. I spent the day walking around and taking some photos and visiting with friends. Of course, we all know I'm camera cursed, so although I have my fab new camera with me, I forgot the usb cable, so I won't be able to post any photos until I return home.

The fine folks at LAF were gracious enough to put me in an incredible suite that is bigger than my apartment, plus has a washer/dryer and full kitchen with dishwasher and garbage disposal! I'm going to have to make something just so I can use it. :)

Tomorrow morning we are up early for the ride with Lance, then later in the day is the dinner honoring Yellow Jersey ($20,000 fundraising level and up) Peloton Project members. I am looking forward to that. Rumor has it that Matt Damon is the host and Sheryl Crow is the musical guest. We'll see.

Definitely will have a lot to report tomorrow!

Thank you for reading and for your continued support.