My mom

Well, today is the one year anniversary of my Mom's passing. "Shirley-Mae" was an incredible mother. She often dreamed bigger dreams for me than I could imagine. Her support, and unconditional love, was always something I cherished - even if I couldn't admit it. So, today was a day for thought.
The relevance of all this to the "tri2dogood" theme is the fact that the whole training thing provided an interesting new way to reflect. This morning I took a couple of calls and worked through some correspondence. Then, about 10am, I got on my bike and took off for a 25 mile ride. We live in a beautiful area. I rode down along the Brandywine River for several miles, then explored some new roads and saw some beautiful country. And, I thought about Mom.
We all have our own ways to listen to that still quiet voice that comforts us. Today, for me, it was riding my bike. For my sister Julie, it was to escape to the spa! Both are excellent.
I spoke to my Dad this evening, and I am so delighted that he has continued to do good (he spent HIS day volunteering at a thrift shop that supports a youth ranch down in Texas - something he did with Mom for years) and has stayed active socially. I'm sure he's had a few emotional moments today - but, he has made the only rational choice - to live!
I love my Dad. I want to be like him.