Monthly Archives: July 2024

I don’t mind admitting that I can be a scaredy cat sometimes. Last night drove all the way to Meltons to ride, and on my drive a light rain fell. When I arrived at Meltons the roads were wet, and … Continue reading →

I went to fetch some WLF potatoes in storage and noticed that something had been enjoying them before I could. My first fear was that a mouse had found its way into the ITP Estate, so I took the tray … Continue reading →

So, did anything monumental happen while I was away? ”You fuckers need to learn how to ride your bikes!” Was the parting shot an Iowan in Burlington, Iowa yelled at us as we attempted to cross a busy road after … Continue reading →

My second time in Ottumwa, Iowa. Didn’t see any part of town because I needed a night of rest. Today’s penultimate day of RAGBRAI will be 85 miles. Wordle: four, my starter was SLANT

Another busy RAGBRAI day. It’s my SAG day, so I have to ride in the bus to Ottumwa, and then cycle against the grain to meet the Chattahooligans. Must get an Iowa Craft Beer credit today. Wordle: four, my starter … Continue reading →

Finally have service at a brewery in Indianola, Iowa.

Been a great time thus far, only my annoying hip hurting badly when I walk has detracted. Wordle: four, my starter was ORBIT

Happy birthday to me! A lot to report, no time to do so… Wordle: four, my starter was Connections: two mistakes, Yellow > Green X > X > Blue > Purple

Off we go to Iowa! I really hope this all goes to plan. I’ll be honest, I’m a little apprehensive about myself. Hope that everyone has a great weekend, and I will check in again on my birthday on Monday. … Continue reading →

While Barb and Allan were making the utterly complicated dinner of a timpano, last night I did nearly the opposite by heating up a can of refried beans with a can or Rotel stirred into them, along with some diced … Continue reading →