At last the weather has taken a turn toward warmer. Although my diary shows most of February last year and the year before as cold, it has seemed like this year was even colder making me stay inside more days than either of the previous two. Most of the warming trend has to do with coming thunderstorms. It will probably mean more rain. But that is alright. Maybe Bev and I can still get in some rides despite the changeable weather. Only 61 days remain till the Florida Bike Safari. That time will pass so quickly. I don't believe it will take very long to get Bev back up to her previous level. She has worked out some and the diet has removed a few more lbs. This Wednesday I expect her weight to be 161. I am waiting for it to hit 150's for a celebration. Although we will only have about 9 more weeks, I think she will hit the 150 goal. And from there I think she can make 140 by the next year. It will simply be a matter of continuing the riding. It is simply following the eating plan to a natural conclusion. Persistance over the next 365 days will produce greater results. Too bad we waited so long to do it. Healthwise we should have done it years ago.
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