Zip-Line in WV

We decided to take the tree canopy tour in the New River and Gauley River area. Babycakes, Tom (her Dad), and I went and checked it out. It was awesome and the weather was great. If you ever get up to Fayetteville area I strongly recommend it and it really isn't scary its just awesome.

West Virginia and my new truck

Babycakes and I were suppose to be racing this past weekend at Ace, which is a race that I look forward to doing every year. We both had summer colds the week before and just didn't feel up to race pace. We did get some fun in. We went, but decided not to race. We got in some trail running on the Kaymoor trails, did some mountain biking in Summersville, got out on the boat with the in-laws, did the zip line at the Gauley and gave the new truck some lovin. Lots o puppy time, as well.

Little Beaver Mountain Bike Race

Went to WV for some mtb racing. It rain from about 7:00pm the night before until about 5:00am that morning and a few other time 5:am until race time just for general purpose. Pretty muddy in spots, but I have ridden in worse. I always find it completely interesting how good you can feel and how bad you can feel in the same race. weird. Anyway, I defended my title and got first place this year. I had a little slower time this year, but felt more solid. Maybe, I shoulda went harder cause last year when I finished I thought I was gonna vomit. I always thought that is the way you are suppose to feel at the end of the race.

Babycakes is very excited about the camper

Camping Changes

Babycakes went to visit her folks and stopped to look at some campers. A week later we are the proud owners of a Fun Finder. Check out the new digs.

Fred goes to West Virginia

Fred got a full four days of playing with other dogs, car rides, bike rides and good ole doggie fun.

Speedy's Famous Hot Sauce

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Rachael Ray is a shitty tipper

I just caught one of those "40 dollar a day", shows of Rachael Ray's and once again I can't bare the fact that someone that works in the food industry is so cheap. She always under tips. And anyone in the business knows you don't tip some shitty 10 to 15%. I hope that some one did something to her food. Have you ever seen the movie, "Waiting"? Anthony Bourdain even called her out on it on his show on South Carolina and I wanna thank him. I also thought it would be cool to show this photo of "little miss goody two shoes". And I would like to point out that since she has picked up a little weight she has man hands. There, I finally got that off my chest. In your face Rachael Ray.

James River Scramble

It was the 1st James River Scramble and my 1st running event ever. I can't believe I just said, I and running in the same sentence. There was the mud run, the 10k and the mountain bike race. Lots of music and exercise. There was also the flying dogs. I did the 10k, spent the day outside and saw some friends. Living the dream.

Fred's first bike ride

Fred's first bike ride. A fixie of course.

Fred's first book

Fred's first book. Appropriately "The Magic Journey" by John Nichols.

Fast Freddy

Well, with all this Facebooking going on it seems like everyone is blogging less. And I am guilty of it as well. Babycakes and I have a new addition to the family that I gotta catch everyone up on. This is Fred he is 9 weeks old and a full time job, I mean joy. He is a miniture poodle, yes I know a poodle, right. But I have become allergic to dogs in my old age and I don't mean just a little. So poodles fit the catagory. So far so good. No weezing and snotting. He has actually gain 20% of his mass in the last week. Which puts him at a wauping 3lbs 1oz. He will eventually weigh about 15-18 lbs they say. Big enough for runs, but I think the bike rides will be done in the messenger bag.

Our weekend getaway, again. Don't hate.

Cherry Blossems

A representation of our peaceful relationship with Japan and a gift that keeps on giving.

Old Friends

My buddy James has had his work cut out for him these last few years. Sometimes people are there own worst enemy. And then again we are all just trying to get along in a sociaty that we as individuals didn't create. It is almost impossible not to get swept away by the momentum that life creates and our desires to feel justified in our existance. I constantly remind myself of the things that I find important and the things that help me feel justified. Sometimes you just have to get lost in order to find your self. Life is a wonderous and sorrowful thing at times. I hope we all get it right on the next go round. Anyway, my buddy hit some hard times and sold his bike. Things turned around and he was able to buy it back at a price. But how priceless is getting together with old friends. Live and savor every moment for it is fleeting my friend.