I DID IT!!!!

I packed all of my stuff last night, and got up this morning and rode to the Y by the office. 13 miles, right at an hour. Very uneventful, but felt GREAT all day long.

At about 4:00 pm, I started looking forward to the ride home. I left the Y at about 7:00 and made it home at about 8:00. I'm still a little nervous about the traffic in some spots, but I think I'll be fine with more experience. I had a chain problem on the way home, but I fixed it within a couple of minutes.

I can't wait to get my real panniers. I have to make do with a camera bag, until my panniers come in later this week.

I guess now I can contribute to the "How was your commute..." thread!