In perspective...

All this training and racing has to be put in perspective....we all do it because we love riding our bikes - fast / slow / in a race / in group rides / with friends / solo. This is not a career for us - but it is a huge part of our lives......and we hope it makes us live longer and adds to the greening of the world....one less car and all.

For me, its these things but I am also trying to set an example for my kids -healthy lifestyle, how sports can make you stronger and teach you life long skills, to be passionate about what you like. Ok...so they are only 3, 5 and 7 but it starts early - and they already are into soccer - to me one of the best all around sports one can play - so many skills are developed playing soccer.

But fun is important.....don't become so focused you loose the love of what you are doing......keep biking fun....do cyclocross...its the most fun.

Then again - my childrens' passions are their passions.....and its great to see that todays' kids are still kids ..... (besides I love Disney World too)