in the early morning rain

It’s just 5.45 when I look out of the window.  It’s raining hard.  I look at Anniemay - she just shrugs.

She’s having breakfast and sorting out her bits and pieces for the day; map, money, bike lock, tool kit (!??!), entry form and rider number.

She’s about to set off on a 2 hour car journey from MK to Cheltenham to take part in a charity bike ride.  I was planning to go as well in my role as driver/bike mechanic but I have a note excusing me from these duties today.  I have a cup of guilt-flavoured tea and go back to bed after fitting her bike and that of her bike buddy Anthea, on to the car.  And getting a quick blip of course.

And if you think she’s mad, ask yourself - who isn’t these days.