So…. Here in Ouray…. we were suppose to have 90% effect from the Eclipse….
I feel punked…
Nothing here to see…. I even made a stupid viewing box… but didn’t need it. I was tempted to stare directly at the sun, but I’m not as stupid as our POTUS (who, by the way, is not my POTUS…!!)
It’s official…..
For years, I’ve been coveting a Motorcycle tour in the European Alps with Ducati. I’ve decided for my 50th birthday, next year, I’m going to do it. The deposit is paid and I’m officially booked my spot. It’s an amazing 15 day ride through the Alps of Italy, France, Switzerland, Germany, and Austria. Here’s a brief description of the ride:
The Alps – every motorcyclist’s dream! This tour introduces you to a stunning variety of scenery and culture as well as some of the world’s best mountain roads.
From Seefeld it takes only minutes to reach the first set of switchbacks, giving you an idea of what’s to come. Awesome views try to distract us as we tackle curve after curve, heading deeper and deeper into the Alps. In Switzerland the mountains are even higher and snow-covered year-round. On our way to France we collect passes like other people collect stamps. This is paradise for every avid rider!
And it’s not over yet. We enter Italy and immediately “La Dolce Vita” is all around us. Gorgeous lakes, lush orchards, the air filled with the smell of the world’s best Espresso, this must be God’s own country. We tackle more passes until we reach the mother of them all: Stelvio. 87 switchbacks. Simply breathtaking!
Before we return to Seefeld, the Dolomites and the Grossglockner High Alpine Road mark two of the final highlights along our route. One thing is for sure: the impressions you gain on this two week tour will make you yearn for more!
Here are some links about the ride:
Views of the Alps from the Ride: (I love the music choice…!!!)
A link to the ride description:
https://www.edelweissbike.com/en/touren/?c=CGA
Well……
The start to 2017 hasn’t started off as I planned. Work consumed my life and it was a more difficult transition getting back into the ‘work’ mode than expected.
None the less…. I’m back… Ready to explore and have fun for the rest of 2017….!!
It’s been quite a while since I’ve posted anything. I’ve been spending the past couple of weeks distracted by the social life in Palm Springs. Though it’s been fun, it’s time to refocus.
As 2016 draws to a close, it’s been an amazing year, mostly because of the Sabbatical. I’ve had time to enjoy life and most of all, wake up every morning in my own bed.
For 2017, I’m hoping to be more diligent in posting updates to the blog. Also, I’m planning to play more tennis, get back to lifting in the gym (I’ve gained quite a few pounds the last several weeks due to my debauchery), riding my bike, yoga, and hiking.
I also am planning to start my triathlon training when I get back to Palm Springs next week. This week, I’m in CO visiting some friends for the NYE weekend. It’s great to be back in CO, especially to spend time with friends, but I’m also missing the warmth of the desert.
Chat with you in 2017….!!!
Now that I’m back in Vail, I finally rode to the summit under the Sun…!! What an amazing day and incredible ride. Loved every minute of it. Sitting on top a summit at over 10k feet, is amazing.
It’s been a long time since I held a racket in my hand, but I decided to test it out on the racket ball court. It was so much fun to bit a couple balls against the wall, but exhausting…!!
After Winter Park, I decided back to Vail since the weather forecast calls for sun. I’m on my way.
As I unpack the Suburban, I was a bit shocked at how much ‘supplies’ I have… As you can see, I love my bins. My philosophy is: “If it doesn’t fit in a bin, I shouldn’t buy it…!!!”
Since I’ve been out on the road for a bit, it’s time for wash. And look… dirty clothes are in a what… a bin…!!!
What says my life is going great, then a Washing Selfie…!!
And guess what… my clothes have another room all to themselves again. i could seriously live here permanently.
And the best part… this is the view I woke up to every morning. Life is good…!!
