841 miles in the saddle

I’ve singularly failed to make my blog more pink as October has trundled along. In fact, I’m astounded that it is now the 20th and I will soon be returning justonething back to normal colours. The month has just rattled by.

Last night it was Adam Whitesides 18th birthday party. On a Sunday…purrr-lease – it might be half term for you youngsters, but I had to work today. Actually, last night was a peek into the world of 18 year old life. The room was just full of hormones and hairspray. Backcombing and big hair was the order of the day…and that was just the lads.

A good night though, but as I was playing pool at 2am, I did think that perhaps I should have a closer eye on the days work that lay ahead.

Anyway, during the course of the night, Peter (Adams Dad) and I talked about doing a long distance bike ride for charity – something that I’ve wanted to do for a long time, but never had the time to follow through on. I remember the first time that I talked about this was with a school friend when I was 16 or 17. So it’s been rattling around my head for almost 20 years.

Well, 2009 looks like it could be the year that it finally happens.  I don’t want to say too much at the moment as it’s at a very early stage at the moment and we all know how these things can get derailed.

But, todays conversation with Peter was this. Land’s End to John O’Groats or Blackpool to Montreux? They’re both about the same distance…about 850 – 900 miles. No decision yet, but the latter is looking more favourable.

Anyway, I’ll keep you updated on progress. Lots to think about. If you’ve got any tips on preparation or any other thoughts, drop me a line. Be interested to hear from you.

But (and here’s the link to Pink for October), I’ll definitely be aiming to raise money for Cancer Research and in particular the Rosemere Foundation in Preston.

-pc.