A Poem

What were your parents doing at your age?

Asking themselves the age-old questions. For me it is:

Amid the coastal grasses and dead trees,
a marker stands, its colors bright and bold.
It makes me wonder what lies beyond the seas,
and how many stories of life remain untold.

As I gaze upon this marker so grand,
I ask myself what more I have left to do.
Have I lived my life as I had planned,
or do I need to start anew?

With each passing year, the questions grow,
As time marches on, relentless and sure.
But this marker, with its orange, blue, and white glow,
reminds me to seek adventures and more.

So let us take the road less traveled
and leave our fears and doubts behind.
For life is short, and time is unraveled,
but in this moment, true happiness we’ll find.

ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY, A DELIGHTFUL JOURNEY THROUGH THE ARCHIVES:

2016: WNA 32 – Rollin Fatties up Olsen – A recount of the steady growth of WNA number 32, where two strong cyclists showed up, marking the continuation of a weekly tradition.

2015: Posers – An arduous climb up Avalanche Peak in Yellowstone Park, where a tiny cute creature and the strong winds made for a memorable and desolate adventure.

2012: My piece of solitude – Revisiting an old friend, a trail that brings back single track skills memories, and an encounter with a private plow truck on an icy road.

2012: Fallen – Observing the melancholy beauty of trees on Pipestone Pass, where one fallen tree seems to evoke despair in its companion.

2010: Morning Trail – Capturing a quintessential Missoula moment for any mountain biker, “Morning Trail” highlights the beauty of South Sentinel as dawn breaks.

2009: Dirt Coalition – Sharing aspirations to join the GT Dirt Coalition, and catching up on the internet during a rest break from a decent block of training.

2008: Hard Miles – A recount of a challenging 60-mile ride up route 200 in the rain, bringing about a sense of unexpected energy and strength.

2007: Lolo Pass Ride – An ambitious 66.1-mile journey to Lolo Pass, featuring around 5,000 feet of climbing and a cramp that led to late-night blogging.

2007: I Just Keep Ending up Here! – A cozy moment at the Break Espresso, savoring a Carmel roll and a cup of Joe, a simple pleasure amidst biking adventures.

2006: Turah Turah Ride Tonight – Reflecting on a great training ride to Turah and back, feeling good all the way home compared to a previous exhausting experience.

2006: New Pictures Uploaded – The challenge of organizing and uploading pictures likened to herding caffeinated cats, all while chilling at Break Espresso.

2003: What I really Want – A moment of technological simplification, desiring only the essentials like a new camera and a powerbook for summer adventures.

2002: Emotional Alchemy – Sharing the anticipation for a book called “Emotional Alchemy,” following an outstanding mountain bike ride and a need for rest.

This curated list of blog posts offers a glimpse into my biking adventures, poetic reflections, and life’s simple moments, painting a vivid picture of the journey through years.