Day Three: Resolution

There is something about being a psychologist that suggests this compelling need to resolve any internal conflict that exists. Moreover, there is something about being a competitive psychologist that borderlines just plain madness. Early on I outlined my challenge. I prepared a roadmap of how to accomplish the stated challenge. I never developed a Plan A, B, C, D, or E and F in case I didn't meet any of the challenge goals or objectives. I did, however, talk a bit globally about what I was trying to accomplish with my Big Idea.

I've re-visisted that early Blog to remind myself of the bigger picture. In the midst of some very incredibly difficult challenges (like the logistics of wardrobe, hygiene, FOOD, mother nature's beastly elements, etc.) I've had to regroup. What am I trying to accomplish? What are the short and long-term goals? I initially said that I wanted to be less dependent on my vehicle and that I wanted to re-define the landscape of my day. Is it really about mileage or time? Maybe. Maybe not. I have accumulated over 40 miles and almost 3 hours of pure road bike seat time in just 3 days. I haven't started my SUV since Saturday. I have been on my bike as early as 5:30 A.m. and have been early to work for 3 consecutive days. I haven't had one person say that I smell.

Yesterday, I felt defeated. I felt that I outlined exactly how the challenge would play out. But I never really kept my eyes on the prize in terms of the ultimate goal.

Today, I saw the sun RISE and SET from the seat of my road bike. Somewhere in the middle, life happened.

Tomorrow, mostly sunny with updated miles and times, and a slight chance of life's challenges.

Cheers to resolution and the 34solo Challenge!