A dream realized

9.4.08



This morning I sat on the shuttle bus looking off at the lush chinese hillside.

A thought, then an emotion rolled through me. My dream had come true.

Through years of determination and of course a bit of luck I accomplished what I set out to do.

Like many people, I grew up needing a focus. Many times I thought I found something that could harness my attention but nothing ever held it so completely as cycling.

Lately, I've thought about how a scattered brained surf bum found himself

in CHINA representing the USA. Lots of things had to fall into place but the main reason is a desire to do what it takes. A love for the process. I'd imagine the only way to succeed is simply want to do the work.

For the first time in my life I found a goal that could be accomplished that was linked to a great passion of mine.

And now I sit on a bus in Beijing. Finally understanding the reward that comes with hard work.

And yes, Racing bikes is brutally hard work!