Zen Moments

Tuesdays ride this week started from Veteran's Park in the town of Rush with perfect weather conditions-sunny, low 80's and no wind to speak of. The riders actually split into four groups; long and fast, just long, short, short and leisurely, if I am remembering correctly. I hope that worked for everyone. I had just five in my group; Tom, the two Steve's, Ed and myself. I have to say, this was an exhilarating ride! I felt so energized, just rode my very best. The excellent route was part of the reason - thanks Del! I did take one detour though, as I could not bypass Stonybrook Rd., with it's amazing hills. I hit 39.7 mph on this road...really nice! This would also have been a zen moment for me, my only focus is on the road, breathing and feeling the sensation of flying. Does this happen to anyone else riding?

To follow that theme, we came across the Wat Lao Buddhadham Buddhist Temple on Martin rd. How did such an beautiful, exotic and ornate structure end up in such a remote,rural location? Backroads can be very interesting. Biking exposes us into things most drivers will never see.

Tailgate party had some nice treats. Thanks Mary and Steve for the beans and delicious healthy cookies. I did not move quick enough to get one of the very decadent layered cookies that John brought, but I'll bet they were amazing. Many other good things to choose from. Always fun to see what people bring:)

Photo credit goes to Rochester's "City" newspaper.