When I look out the window pondering these newly cold mornings, I think of the days that truly suck... when it is below zero (F), or when passing cars will generously spray me with grey slush and salt.

I think of frozen fingers that can no longer grip the handlebars and brakes, ears that have turned into a delicate glass that would shatter in the slightest breeze, toes that are simultaneously numb and burning.

I think of clothes soaked in heavy, freezing rain. I think about putting my feet back into those socks and those shoes and those leg warmers at the end of the day.

I think of snow storms and black ice and drivers paralyzed with fear and stupidity... the days where riding to work would be suicidal at best.

And then I'm happy to get in every 'easy' mile that I can.

Hope that helps.