Cycling
Starting cycle-commuting to work last week on the new bike. All is going well with it. I am very fortunate (and grateful!) to have access to some really fantastic facilities at work for bike storage and showers in the fitness center for cleaning up. I will eventually invest in all-weather gear so I can ride in the rain if necessary.
Speaking of upgrades, yesterday I picked up some SPD pedals for the Dew so I can click into the pedals.
They are Shimano A530. I didn't realize how accustomed I had gotten to being clicked into my bike until I was riding with standard pedals again!
Fun stuff
Went to music trivia at St. Stephen's last night. What a great time! I never go to any trivia night with the intent to win -- just to play and have a good time, which I did.
Music
Went to Barry Manilow Friday night -- yes, Barry Manilow. I am not a huge fan, but was going along with the hubby, who really likes him. Yeah you read it right -- I said my hubby really likes Barry. Anyway, it was neat hearing certain very popular songs of his live. I think I counted a 27 piece orchestra: 11 strings, 9 horns, 1 rhythm/acoustic guitarist, 3 keyboardists + Barry from time to time, 1 percussionist, 1 drummer, 1 bass guitarist. He also had four backup singers. By the way, Barry really loves his Botox.
Chaifetz
On top of it being a Barry concert, it also happened to be the first event inside the new Chaifetz Arena. They have some serious logistics issues to work out, but the facility itself was fine.
Food
Have been to several food places since I posted last. Went to The U sandwich shop, Buffalo Brewing Company, and Pappy's Smokehouse. All three are at the corner of Lindell and Cardinal, just east of Compton. Food was good in all three, though the U needs work on handling its orders well.
Faith
Last but not least, of course, is God! Since starting my new job, my schedule has not afforded me the opportunity to go to weekday Masses, which I miss a lot. I think I am going to give a try to the mid-day Mass at one of the downtown Catholic churches.
Regarding today's readings, I am always so happy when the Holy Spirit is given special attention in the readings. I think we often overlook the Holy Spirit and it is unfortunate, because the Holy Spirit is a wonderful source of wisdom and guidance for us in our day to day living. Try using the Examen of Consciousness to get in touch with that guidance every day -- you may find it to be a wonderful source of grace throughout your day by adding it to your everyday routine.
3 comments:
Hi Beth,
I like the look of those pedals, mine have started to make annoying clicking sounds - so I guess they need replacing.
Anyway, I just thought that you would like to know that I will be starting my trans-American bike trip next week. I'm hoping to keep a blog, you can find it here: http://cyclingacrossamerica.wordpress.com/
Speak soon,
Dominic
I was just thinking about you after I did my 64 mile ride last Saturday. I'll keep an eye on your blog.
Same thing happened here. I did the Isle of Wight Randonnee on Sunday, and as we cycled over the hills, it occurred to me that I'd better let you know what's happening. Time has flown by!
Today I spend most of the day cleaning the bike and making some fine adjustments here and there. But still no joy with the pedals, I will have to buy a pair of new ones somewhere on the long road to Seattle.
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