Yesterday was a truly great day for the bike commute. I rode to a Doctor's appointment at 9:00 (I'm usually at work by 7:00 am), so it was warmer and lighter, plus I took the long 22km commute around the bay. I was already late for work so I took my time and actually stopped at a couple of places I usually just ride on by. (Including a bike shop I hadn't been in yet - lots of nice Bianchis, Cannondales, Treks and Kleins- didn't buy anything though!)
I ended up taking the long way home as well. The lift bridge was just going up and looked like it would be up for a while, so I figured why wait for 30 minutes, I might as well spend the time riding. It was great!