Following Through on “Go Outside Today”
In this entry I take inspiration from my domain name and remember that summer is the time for enjoying sun and exploration.
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Port Perry – My Longest Ride in 3 years
My 142 km ride yesterday was as good as my 100 km ride last week was bad It's amazing the difference eating and drinking properly can make.
Hiran Now
A last minute route change results in an unexpected wildlife encounter. But the ending is not 100% happy.
Morning Ride – A Trip to the Lake
Today I reluctantly get out the door for an early morning ride. I'm rewarded with a much improved headache and some more beautiful imagery.
Morning Ride – 20 April
The first day of following through on a commitment to ride routes daily that I chose ahead of time.
Three Good Things – 12 February 2026
As always, striking the balance between life and writing presents challenges. When I’m not meant to be cooking dinner I generally get on my bike for an hour or more – which will go up as the rides go outside.…
Rumours of The Death of Joy are Greatly Exaggerated
Today I think about "weaponized nostalgia" and its cure, searching for the clues within your nostalgia to find the joy around you.
Nice week…Weird Day
Weird weather and weird online experiences this week. I'm not sure I'm 100% on board with all this! *laughing*
My Brain is a Liar
I'm an expert at dithering and finding excuses to avoid doing something I know will make me feel good. Yesterday not only did I push through it - I made video proof for my future self to capture just how wrong I was about what a chilly autumn ride would be.
Another Kind of Early Morning Coffee Ride
Today I talk about (and show in video) what it's like to focus on a priority that is not cycling as quickly as possible, and instead enjoying the destination *and* the ride.