people

All right.  I’ve been home for a few days now, and have a few more things I need to say about CNC before I move on. 

I was anxious, before I went, about going away by myself for a week.  I read through the registered rider list several times, making mental notes about familiar names, and people either I or my husband knew from different places.  I even made contact with some folks, asking them to keep an eye out for me.  Unfounded fears.  In retrospect, I’m really glad I went alone.  Because I had no one to rely on for company, I met some really interesting, cool people-many of whom I’d love to stay in contact with.

So I just need to throw out some names here.  If you’re reading this, and we met on CNC-email me!

Tracy and Jill from the mountains (aka Trixie and Mitzy)–you two were such a joy!  Loved the costumes, loved the riding, loved the chatting, but mostly I loved the incredibly positive attitude.  I thought I was cheerful, but you two really gave me a run for my money.  We must, must ride together again–I’ll get in touch with you next time I’m up in Edneyville.  And say hi to Plunkett for me. 

Rob and Steve–just how small is this world anyway?!  It was great to meet you guys; I hate that I didn’t actually get to ride with you more, but you two are just too strong for me.  Thanks for the good word with Bubba; it made all the difference!  We should definitely lunch sometime . . .

My fabulous Texas buddies–Ces, Mark, and David–I loved riding with you!  I’m so glad you gave our tour a try; maybe I’ll see you on another one someday.  Keep reading, Mark; our book chat was one of the highlights of my week.  I do love to talk about books (well, really I just love to talk!).  Ces, congratulations on the upcoming nuptials, and in whatever else you choose to do, remember–the sky’s the limit.  David, man, just keep eating those Oreos, and it’ll all be good!

Cindy and James from Norfolk–like I said in an earlier post, you guys went above and beyond.  But more than that, you’re just cool folks.  Anyone who can appreciate the irony of a suburban “tree protection zone” is all right in my book!  Thanks for the great ride.

And anyone else I rode with who’s reading this–email me!  There were so many great people that I’d love to keep in touch with, perhaps even ride with again . . .