Back in the saddle

After riding along the scenic byway of 30a, it was really tough to mount up and hit the streets of my hometown. Florida really spoiled me; the roads were rolling, drivers were understanding, and the scenery was breathtaking....it was perfect for riding. Considering some of my recent rides at home, it was a much needed change.

Yesterday, I rode the 29th street loop. Its an 11 mile (x2) trip beginning with a steady incline of about 4 miles - enough to burn all the matches of my "lactate threshold" matchbook according to my cycling coach/4 time national masters champion/sister-in-law, Renee Eastman. I had planned to do intervals but didn't have the discipline.

I intend to ride the the town loop in Lexington Saturday morning to counter the tailgating overindulgence planned for that night. I'm taking my oldest daughter, Jordana, to the UK v. EKU football game as an early birthday present...she turns 4 Sunday!!

Prediction #1: UK by 24

Prediction#2: We take a cab back to the Lexington house.

Beatdown in the Bronx

Yanks swept the Sox in three straight at Yankee Stadium. Now, the AL East lead is reduced to 5 as Boston limps back to Fenway for a 3 game trot against the Or-E-aou's (I can't type in Baltimorese). Meanwhile down I-95, the bombers get to beat up on a JV team for the next three days. The Boston-NY series two weeks from now could potentially determine the Division championship.

Will Manny be back from his "Oblique Strain" by then???....

Government-Managed Healthcare

Anyone who believes government-managed health care is the best way forward should take a look at this article from Benjamin Day of the Boston Globe. After living in England and serving as witness to their National Health care Service (NHS), I would encourage one to reconsider any plan which calls for the federal government to oversee your health care needs.

Link: The Dark Side of Health care Reform, B. Day - Boston Globe 8-30-07

Voice of reason or last on the bus???? You decide.

"The stock market, somebody once said, has accurately predicted nine of the past three recessions."

A good read from the London Times. Call me an optimist, but I'm in Mr. Baker's corner.

Now Historical Reason Why Recent Turmoil Should Spark A Recession. G Baker, London Times 8-21-07

Yankees 4 Red Sox 3

It was a frustrating game to watch.

Beckett pitched a solid game. Usually you wouldn't say such a thing when a pitcher hands off the ball in the middle of the 7th after giving up 13 hits and 4 earned runs...but its the Yankees.

Although it lacks some of the name recognition of years' past, New York's batting order is as stupefying as any in MBL history..when they are on. Pitching against the Yankees is much like commercial crab fishing on the Bering Straight; no matter how big the last wave was, there is another headed directly towards your bow...and there's not a damn thing you can do about it.

Why was it so frustrating to watch?...because you knew they weren't coming back. Everytime the Sox needed a big hit, it was Drew, Henske, Crisp or Lugo at the plate. I know Manny's "oblique strain" put the sox at a disadvantage, but the 2004 Sox - The World Series Champion Sox - would have found a way.

This team seems to be missing something....

No, not him....Not him either... YES!!!...

Double YES!!! Nixon and Millar had their faults (Nixon's injuries and Millar's Karaoke) but both gave you a fighter's chance - They could change the game with one swing. You could even throw Orlando Cabrera into the the mix - like'em or not, those guys were looking for a fight.

We spent last week on the beaches of South Walton County, Fl. The weather, although dreadfully hot in the afternoons, was perfect for early morning riding. While I kept the Bianchi on the road, I was able to get my hands on a Townie and ride the 30a Bike Trail.

I took some pictures while riding....literally.

Kobe Records His First Career Assist!!!!

Seriously, I know they're playing a bunch of tomato cans but this team looks STRONG.

...and before you Coach K fans start tooting his horn, all credit should rightfully be directed at Mr. Jason Kidd. His "pass first" game has infected everyone on this team....even Kobe!

Way to go Kentucky!!!!

We moved down two positions on the "Fattest States" report....from 5th to 7th. Congrats to Mississippi for holding down the pole position two years in a row.

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts chipped in with a 49.