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My Dad – Memories of a Great Man

Today, we might feel sad about what is now missing from our lives: the wonderful, loving, caring, fun, intelligent, gentle, sweet man who was so much more than husband, dad, grandpa and friend. But we know that while we may … Continue reading

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Bike MS

Do you know someone with Multiple Sclerosis?  Perhaps a coworker, friend, cousin, aunt, niece or brother?  I do, and I’ll bet you do, too.  I’m not going to pretend to know much about MS.  My very limited knowledge was gained … Continue reading

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January Challenge – Fundraiser for Athletes in Tandem!

BRRR! Hi friends! I’m glad it finally decided to act like winter here in Colorado! The only downside that I can see, is that it makes it really difficult to go on walks with Zachary and enjoy long bike rides! … Continue reading

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At the end of the ride…

I love to ride my bike!  Even when it’s difficult, and even when it makes my legs hurt!  So imagine I’m riding along, thinking, “Man, this ride seems unusually tough today!  My legs are working a lot harder and I … Continue reading

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About Not Giving Up…

I ran into my friend Jeff the other day, who said very matter-of-factly, “You haven’t been writing in your blog.  I’ve been checking, and you haven’t written since June 27th.  Why not?”  Gosh, I really didn’t know where to start!  … Continue reading

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Waiting… waiting… he’s home!

So, while waiting for Zachary to get discharged from the hospital, I signed up to do the bike potion of the Loveland Lake to Lake Olympic tri.  It was an Athletes in Tandem relay team, and I was so excited for the … Continue reading

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When it doesn’t rain…

Hi friends.  Sorry to have left you hanging!  Like I said, when it rains, it pours!  There has been so much happening in the past couple of weeks, I’m going to try to catch up in the next couple of posts.  … Continue reading

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When it rains…

Oh My.  For those of you who don’t know Zachary or his family… well, I’ve got a lot of updating to do!  So, last time I wrote, Zachary couldn’t join me for the triathlon because he had a fever.  Actually, … Continue reading

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Pel-I-Can! Fest – Plan B

Remember how I told you about a plan B?  Well, It’s a good thing I had one!  I wish I had photos of Zachary to share with you today, but I’m sorry to say that he was sick and unable … Continue reading

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Ready, Set, Go!

Well, almost ready to go!  It feels like I’ve been trying to make sure I have everything in order for the past two weeks, but this it it! I just wanted to check in with y’all and let you know … Continue reading

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