Hail Caesar,Missed Opportunities and Mr.Keith.

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Happy Friday!

No wine tonight as I was craving caesars all day so I stopped at the NSLC on the way home for some vodka to go with the lime, Clamato juice,celery stalks and rim spice I picked up at the market.

I guess it was a consolation prize for not taking part in the ride for juvenile diabetes today in perfect weather that left Halifax for an across Canada ride. The premise being that a group of four riders would cross our nation in 100KM legs with the support of local riders. It started today with the first rider dipping his wheel in the waters of Halifax harbour before heading out to Truro. Lots of media coverage, including Discovery Channel and the acknowledgement from Guiness that this was a bid to break a world`s record.

Unfortunately our club was not interested in partaking in a great charitable event even though the 100KM ride at a 30Kkph average was well within the abilities of many riders.Sad! Not only was it a great cause but was a high profile event to show the colors. Congrats to Cyclesmith for having the "right stuff" to get it done and support the event. A missed opportunity for BPCC.

After two caesars my buddy called to invite us out to grab a few drinks and food at the Redwood Grill. Cool. It was good to get out with the Mrs. and socialize although that pitcher of Keith`s draft might make for a less than stellar spin class in the AM. Calling for rain in the morning so I intend to gym it.

Geo

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