April 17: I've Got Sunshine

Music and most of the lyrics borrowed from GORILLAZ

I am happy, I’m feeling gladI got sunshine in a bagI’m indoors but not for longThe Drafters are coming onI’m happy, I’m feeling gladI got sunshine in a bagI’m indoors but not for longMonday is coming onIt’s coming onIt’s coming onIt’s coming on.I’ve had a little heart to heart with Mother Nature about easing up a bit on Monday night rainouts. She reminded me that we’ve been gifted several consecutive weekends of gorgeous sunshine (along with beautiful weather on Mondays until 5pm). Mother N said that I wasn’t focusing on the positives (wait, that was my mother), and there are many on this spectacular Sunday. Whatever your beliefs on this day, take a minute to appreciate the many gifts around us. Cookie Monster Christa has shared a few from her cabin up north.

These photos have prompted me to host a competition. If you hold a Drafter card and appear in a photo in Drafter gear, please send. At the end of the season, an award will be given. What will be given, I’ve given no thought. Nor do I really know what criteria will be used to determine the winning photo. Most outrageous? Most spectacular event? Lottery draw? Dunno, but it is fun to see the Drafters out in the wild.The ride tomorrow should not be a surprise. It’s the same darn one I’ve posted the past few weeks. Short Pour starts at 6pm. If you plan to join that group, PLEASE let me know if advance. See previous post for Short Pour route and Garmin coordinates.Brighter is better.  While I know you all shine brightly in various ways, please have a light on your bike.Draft responsibly,BrickO

Game On

We are watching the weather intently, and in case I wasn't paying attention to the dark sky and thunder clappers, this message popped up on my car GPS while driving home:However, the radar looks mostly good from here to Ames, with only gentle drizzle coming across the plaines of Iowa.  A few little cells are building, but we won't know until 5:30 whether the weather will hit.  Winds are NE at 11 knots, which is perfect for our route.  IT WILL BE CHILLY.If you come to ride, remember to light up.  Visibility will be slightly subpar.  If things go south at wheels up, we can always head to the Free House for shelter.Please see former post for Garmin link and short ride route.Draft at your own risk, and draft responsibly,BrickO