Song Lyric of the Day

"Sometimes I feel the fear of uncertainty stinging clear... and I cant help but ask myself how much I'll let the fear take the wheel and steer. It's driven me before, it seems to have a vague, haunting mass appeal... lately I'm beginning to find that I should be the one behind the wheel."

From Drive, by Incubus

Lance Armstrong Quote of the Day

"If you ever get a second chance in life for something, you've got to go all the way."

Smiles

Just a quick reminder to never underestimate the power of a smile. I did something nice for a friend a couple of days ago, and the smile she gave me in return just made my day!! Something as simple as a smile can make the difference between a crappy day, and a great day.

Ah, yes.. the simple things in life...

Tour of California

I experienced somewhat of a thrill last weekend as the Tour of California bike race came through my neck of the woods. Now for those of you who are not familiar with the world of professional cycling, this event would be akin to the Dodgers coming to play at your local high school field, or the Lakers playing at your local gym, or Nascar having a race down your street. So, being that I'm a former competitive cyclist, and Lance Armstrong is my favorite athlete, this was a big deal to me. I was there, at the end of Stage 6 with my trusty camcorder to record the historical occasion.

I got to see many of the sport's top stars from all over the world whizz by a few times up close and personal. I stood behind the world's best cycling photographer, Graham Watson, as he got his finish line shots. And, I caught a glimpse of the man himself, Lance Armstrong, as he was there supporting his team, which he no longer rides for, but is still involved as a part owner and advisor. I participated in a charity ride earlier that morning, riding 25 miles through some beautiful back roads in perfect riding weather. It was quite the day... and I had a big smile on my face throughout it all.

I'm already counting the days until next year's race...

Steven Wright Quote of the Day

"I think they should put the wrapper on the inside of the straw, since that's the part you don't want to get dirty."

Song Lyric of the Day

"... then you listen to the music and you like to sing along. You want to get the meaning out of each and every song. Then you find yourself a message and some words to call your own and take them home." From Guitar Man, by Bread

Lance Armstrong Quote of the Day

On the Tour de France: "There is no reason to attempt such a feat of idiocy, other than the fact that some people, that is to say some people like me, have a need to search the depths of their stamina for self-definition. (I'm the guy who can take it.) It's a contest in purposeless suffering. But for reasons of my own, I think it may be the most gallant athletic endeavor in the world. To me, of course, it's about living."