She's Secretary of State, jeez don't you read the papers? Congrats on the promotion from National Security Advisor too. Condoleezza Rice is an impressive lady, arguably the highest-ranking woman ever in American politics? Maybe Ruth Ginsburg, but the Supreme Court isn't quite as political. I guess some senators and governors too. Well, arguably anyway. And Ms. Rice's dream job's pretty cool too, being NFL commisioner.

Speaking of caffeine and the NFL, (nice segway), I read ex-all pro linebacker Chris Spielman used to take, like, 20 Vivarin before a game (Vivarin=3 cups of coffee). He'd be out of control during games. That's a good thing for an NFL linebacker. NHL players routinely drink coffee/expresso before games. I always have a pot of coffee before I play hockey. It's a great pick-me-up, and makes one more alert. But of course, these sports are more anaerobic than bicycling. In Bob Roll's last book, he says, "Coffee isn't just a drink, it's a food group". So I think pro bikers might indulge just a little bit too. But I'm biased. I'm Ivan, and I'm a cofeeholic.