I'm about to leave for my first group ride.

And I am nervous. First of all, it is windy. I am growing used to wind gusts but it does take more concentration to ride.

Secondly, I am out of Aleve. Damn. I know my wrists will give me trouble.

Finally, it IS my first group ride. How does it work? I know the new riders will be put toward the front. I know there are hand signals (I've gone over them already... they are universal) but so much to keep track of!! Keeping my eye on the road, remembering to shift ; clutch in, one down, 4 up, squeeze the front brake like an orange..., what if I have to make a quick stop or swerve?

Oh Lord. We are meeting at the Ground Round. That is a BIG intersection by the Dairy Queen!! What if Superman is there and he heckles me???????

We are eating. Will I feel hungry? I don't want to eat TOO much!!!!

Maybe I'll just go to lunch , skip the ride & come home. I hope not. I've been looking forward to this & the people seem really nice and accomodating. I'm sure they will put pressure on my gushing wounds. More later. Cross your fingers for me. I'll have to keep mine on the handlebars....


Flash G this morning.