Getting out on the rainy days is hard but I've had some wonderful books lately to keep me going.
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I set out in the rain today for a short-ish ride. Cold & wet. Then I started a new audio book and somehow a few extra miles seemed infinitely doable despite the bad weather. I call tell this is going to be a good one!
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I know this is at least the second year that The New Yorker has run a "puzzle issue" at the end of the year--and this year seems to be even more wonderful than last year! Another great cover that ties into a simple crossword and THIS one called "Bagel Shop." I haven't finished it yet, but I have studied the instructions carefully and made a good start. So fun!
As the clock ticked down toward the end of the year, there was just time for one last batch of gingerbread. 2023, here we come!
After a WEEK off my bike due to snow and dangerous icy conditions, I finally got back on today for a Christmas ride. Only 20 miles but I was so grateful to be riding again!
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20.8 miles
Yes, it's that time of the year again--when I find sesame seeds all over the house for about two weeks. That is, it's Greek Bread time! I made four batches, we ate a lot of it, and I gave out a bunch of loaves to the neighbors. The family tradition of baking Greek (Easter) Bread for Christmas continues! (But minus the red egg...)
Seattle, Washington
After nearly four weeks off my bike, I finally got in a longer ride today. Happily, I only had to dodge a few raindrops, and though it was cold, it was NOT freezing. it's good to be slowly getting back into my routines, and I'm listening to a fascinating book about tuberculosis--
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