long day today. in early in the bright sunshine and cold. The first part of the MDC bike path from Wtown Sq to Brighton was poorly plowed and was like a good MTB trail ride. I'm glad for the MTB experience for days like these- I just buckle down and ride the way I would if I were off-roading so it doesn't feel like I'm wasting time. Was in a sweat by half way in from working so hard and suddenly the path was much clearer. Still a lot of ice, especially on the bridges but much better. Got downtown with a few minutes to spare. Eventually had to move locations for work and rode to the next location 'til 7p and then rode home on Comm Ave and then through back streets in Brighton til I got to Newton. gotta love it.