I had been getting anxious for a long ride and today was the day. Most of the things that I need to finish up before the tour are out of the way. Today’s weather was close to perfect, so after a lazy morning enjoying my coffee, I readied my bike and myself for a six hour adventure.
I set out just before noon, thinking that I would eat somewhere on the route. The day being so warm and fresh, I chose to pick up a sandwich, drink, and chips, and sit on a bank above the Deerfield River. Lunch was unhurried, as I listened to the water pass by heading out to sea.
My ride ended a bit later than expected. I came across a few friends also enjoying the day on their bikes, so I paused my ride for pleasant conversations. In the end, the ride ended as the sun set below the trees, and I’m now settled at home.