Life and love from an ad guy in Austin

Damn, just when you thought it was over, another freak cycling accident in Austin. This time it involves a motorcycle, and we all know they need to be über alert on the road, too.

My normal workout ride (when I’m riding) is a quick jaunt on un-congested side streets, bike path, singletrack, the capital and the university. I think the most dangerous part is riding near those students in the a.m. – they’re like zombies.

Rubber side down, friends. Especially to all those conquering RAGBRAI. I need to do that some day…

Crestview, our Austin neighborhood, is very akin to Mayberry. I haven’t met Barney Fife yet, but there is a Floyd the Barber.

Our local IGA and pharmacy have been there in the middle of our neighborhood for eons. You’d never know the existed if you didn’t live in this part of town (they’re not located on a major street). We have a fabulous Little Deli, and a civic-minded neighborhood group that really watches out for the ‘hood.

Last weekend was an Ice Cream Social. We missed it in ‘07, but this year we braved the 100º heat to meet people and be social. There were plenty of kind old folk who were fun to talk with, and lots of new families. We met neighbors from down the block, and the kids enjoyed the band.

If you have time, check out our Flickr account for more images.

The next day was a social of our own. We had the Hills and Thompsons over for a kiddie pool date and some refreshments. Good times all around – it was nice to meet new old friends.

The kids love their new sand and water table. Thanks Grandpa Joe and Grandma Karen S.

Sawyer is a pretty cool dude and played well with the kids.

Have a nice weekend, friends.

RUN.

Run far away and fast and don’t look back. Never fear little one, 01.20.09 is right around the bend.

I hope our Katie is that smart.

You may now stop recording the tour. I’ve had enough with the cheaters racing against clean riders.

It isn’t fair, and you suck, Mr Ricco. May you never race again.

Apparently it’s high time I start wearing this apropos t-shirt again.