Falling in love and having a relationship are two different things. -- Keanu Reeves
Four months from today I will be toeing the starting line at the Patriots Half Triathlon. I will complete the swim before the cutoff time. I will enjoy the bike, take in enough food and liquid to keep myself fueled without getting sick, and I will pass some people who are fast swimmers but slow bikers. I will be thrilled when I get to the run. Fast or slow, I know the run is mine. I will finish the race before the cutoff, I will have barbecue and pizza. I'll go out for dinner and eat even more food. Four months from today.
But first things first, my two girlfriends. I am in love with my tri bike Freyja - truly madly in love. But it's like junior high love. She's pretty and fast (not like that!) and she makes me look cooler than I am. Unfortunately, the love is still superficial. I'm still a little nervous to hang out with her because she might ditch me. I know once we get to know each other better we'll move into a more stable relationship, but we're not there yet.
On the other hand, I am also in love with my roadie Baby - truly madly in love. Like two old people love. Like Carl, the old man in "UP." She knows me and I know her. She's slowing down a little but I can trust her completely. She and I are so comfortable together, but it's not a flashy love. She'll be there no matter what and I'll always know what to expect with her.
Today I went for a ride on Baby. My plan called for a hilly ride, plus I was afraid I might get stuck out in the rain and didn't want Freyja to get soaked (and didn't trust myself to ride her in the rain). Also, I wanted to make sure that she is ready for this weekend's adventure. Although the ride on Freyja on Sunday went well (or better, at least), I felt so at ease today on Baby. I guess, when it comes to bikes, it's not a bad thing to have two girlfriends.
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