Back in the saddle

[avidcyclistMTB]

Hey all, just thought I'd let you know I'm back training on my regular bike again for the charity ride I'm doing in a few weeks. It feels great! I'm still in quite a bit of pain but pushing through it.

I'll be having my 3rd (and hopefully last) surgery associated with my spine only three days after the ride. Some plastic surgery to relocate some muscle and tissue over my vertebrae that are trying to escape through the skin of my back.

A week later a celebratory tattoo of a phoenix on my right shoulder trailing down my back on the right side.

Three cheers for overcoming obstacles!!! We all have them and thanks to those of you who have given me words of encouragement to help me through.

[Nick9]

Wow, congratulation! It sounds like you know exactly what you want in your life and you are on the right track to get it. I need to learn from your positive thinking

[pellaz]

make your dream work

[ceez]

glad to hear you're riding again, just don't push yourself too hard.

[dfiant]

big wheels keep on turning, proud mary keep on burning, and you're riding, riding, riding on your cycle.

Well done