Stuck in the Middle - May Challenge (Page 23)

Hmm...

Emily, I can't really say how I'd feel, being a male, albeit a rather small and averse to confrontation one.  The fact that you're raising doubts hints to me that there is probably a reason you haven't already done it.  Maybe that's WAY off track, but it's the first thing I though of.

I have toyed with the idea of the commute as well.  My problems arise from that fact that it would be 15 miles each way.  It's only 8 in my car, but that route is certain death by bumper within a week.  Not that 15 miles is far for me, but there are no showers where I work, and I do a lot of my training in the afternoon after work.  Haven't got my time scheduled right.  Maybe when my "main" tri is over and done with I'll give it a go twice a week or something.

Morning strength session.  Now, to go face another (yawn...) day at the office....

If Mother Nature cooperates, I can get Sunday's long run in this evening.  Trying to get this week's workouts done M-F this week to free up Saturday and Sunday.  Full day planned on Saturday and Sunday a bike (mtn) race.

Go Middies! 

I agree with all the advice given above... 

Really depends on a lot of things:  how bike-friendly the roads are, what type of neighborhoods you'll be riding through, etc. 

I'm glad you have all the lighting.  I turn on headlight and tail light flashers even during the day.  You can never bring TOO much attention to yourself as a biker.  I commute in on a mountain bike in case I hit a patch of road where the shoulder's just a tad too thin...I also don't want to ruin a good pair of road rims...

Me, personally...being in a different situation (male, biker-friendly trails next to the road) would probably do it.  With that said, I would make sure that you inform someone on the following shift when you're leaving and what road you'll be commuting home on.  And as troublesome as you might think it sounds, I would call someone at your destination, or close to your destination and tell them when you left, what route you're taking, and when you plan on arriving.  Make a follow-up call to let them know you arrived safely.

Well-traveled roads are actually better than isolated roads at night.  Better chance that you can expect someone else to be driving down the road in a few minutes.

Obviously, make sure you have a cell phone (charged!) and a spare tube and pump/CO2 cartridge.  Road ID is also a good idea.  I carry my wallet in my commuter bag.

Good luck!

BTW, this week is National Bike to Work Week.  Our company has a 'bike and tri' club and they organized a few meeting points this morning so bikers could bike into work together.  It was a lot of fun, and a great way to get new bikers comfortable with bike commuting...

Hey middles!!!!

MOrning 5 miler for me -- now I'm gonna go join Orange and try to stay awake at the office!

Coffee is ready.

It's absolutely pouring outside right now.  Perfect weather to sleep in, but I like paychecks, so I'm werking as well.

I dodged the rain this morning and rode my bike. I even stopped midway and pounded out 2 miles of running for my first brick

So, here I am at work, halfway through my morning coffee with gray sky's surrounding.

As far as the midnight commute, I imagine it would be an incredible ride, but I wouldn't be able to do it. Last month, I went for a night-time ride at 10pm and I rode a loop using low-traffic 4-lane blvd streets in a neighborhood. I ended up cutting my ride short as my mind was too filled about what bad could happen. I  couldn't get out of my head how many high school/college kids might be on the streets (and remembering when I was in high school/college).

Let's keep it up middlers, we're half-way there! 

Hey, you're from Never Never Land. That's got to be better than NE Enjoy your time with the family.

LOL!

it is quite beautiful in Never Never Land! 

Long run completed after work.  I'm tired.

Go team!

Is it Friday yet?

I was lazy this morning and skipped my swim.  Instead I knit and watched a movie.  I did get a run in on my dinner break tonight.   It's still raining so I was stuck on the treadmill.  On the plus side, I did get to watch a Seinfeld re-run!

almost!

life is full of pluses and minuses - sounds like you made the best of it! 

I just now got home from work - I'm not complaining about it, just stating the fact - I got a lot done and sometimes you just have to do what you have to do - ya know

starting a new job can sometimes require lots of hours

the good news is, that I got a major chunk of work done that will keep a lot of people busy for at least a couple of weeks

yep, I'm a giver that way

I... now get ready for this, because it sounds so exciting you might just pass out.... do asset quality review for a community bank.  Basically, that is risk management.  As in finding loans with potential loss, checking trends in capital ratios, and monitoring the loan portfolio diversification.  Fun stuff like that  Also do a little Federal Regulation stuff, though that mainly lies with my boss, but I'm trying to glean all the knowledge I can.

I get to play in some sweeeeeet spreadsheets every quarter end, too.  One data file that links to eight other files and generates reports automatically.  And I built the entire thing!

NERDS!!

I do software sales and training classes for the real estate title arena (yaaaawn).  Was a programmer for 13 or 14 years.  Bored with I.T.

Got an hour on the trainer (recovery ride) this morning while continuing through "Your Dream Career for Dummies."  Ha-ha!  The title sounds trivial, but it is actually a great workbook!

Yes.  Yes it is.  Product Development Scientist for a major food company.

Morning Middles!  19 mile bike commute this morning.

GOOD LUCK TOMORROW BARB!

I'm still waiting for that special race nutrition product you promised..... 

Me -- Global Product Manager for a major Travel Industry IT provider.   We provide solutions for airlines, travel agencies, and major online travel sites (expedia, travelocity, etc....) It keeps me busy.....and frankly -- I love my job!   I'm just lucky that way...... 

All--have a great weekend -- those racing -- GOOD LUCK -- Me -- planning on the "Wild Ride" -- A large charity group bike ride.  Lance Armstrong is involved I beleive.   Then rest on Sunday.  Monday -- I'm playing hooky from work, and having a day to relax, have fun and enjoy my first day as a 48 year old......