Before bicycling I didn’t have a social life at all. I did have a marriage and a family, so it worked out.
My previous marriage ended before the bicycling started, and I met a bunch of great people while bicycling. I’ve often made the comment that bicycling is my social life.
It’s still true, In fact Tim, Michael, and another David (who I haven’t met yet), are getting together for a ride tomorrow. The weather should make it interesting.
Nearly all of my recent riding has been commuting or running errands. My wife has been out of town for work a lot recently. I feel like I have no social life. I don’t make friends easily. I keep to myself most of the time. I did go out for beer and pizza tonight, but it felt a little pathetic sitting there by myself watching others.
I left the house this evening (in the rain on the bike) to try to improve my mood. I ended up at Za’s Pizza, which has great pizza and good beer, but I don’t know anyone there. It was really kind of sad.
I shouldn’t be eating out anyway, but I couldn’t sit in the house any longer. Blah.
I’m not skilled in the social arts. In fact, I kind of like my alone time. Still, interaction with other people is a welcome part of a balanced life. Fortunately for me, I’m a part of a small church that welcomes me, unlike some of my business relationships, for all the right reasons.
You guys have a great ride, and take care in that interesting weather.