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Although we've just returned home from our club's spring training trip near Prairie Du Chien, my thoughts still linger somewhere back on a long, steep climb called McQueen Road. For me, McQueen was the brutal finale at the end of each long ride, a grade that seemed to taunt, "You're not gonna make it!"
Our three days of cycling found all 18 of us rolling out together as one and then breaking off into groups with routes and speeds that suited us best. The wildlife, the tranquil stillness of that countryside, the breathtaking beauty of river valleys and bluffs –it truly was a veritable feast for the eyes. And although our group was diverse (rec rider through Cat 2, twenty-something through fifty-something, Christian and non-Christian alike) at the end of each day we all ended up back at the same place, descending upon a spacious cabin filled with laughter, industrious meal preparation, and stories of the joys and frustrations that each ride gave.
But on the last day as we began another loathsome ascent of McQueen I found my thoughts so full of the weekend's memories that I hardly noticed the pain. This weekend had been far more than just Spring Training. It was an occasion when mere acquaintances became good friends, a cycling getaway that moved me forward not only in technique on scaring away mean dogs and rocketing downhill (thanks Nancy!), but also opened my eyes to teammates who are committed servants of the Living God. I will cherish the teaching and spiritual insight at each morning's Bible study for a very long time. Thank you all for a most memorable trip!
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I've known my father-in-law for more than twenty years, yet in all that time I never knew of his passion for cycling or his pursuit of a sport that could never be. His story came to light last summer during a visit to our home. A drizzly day and the sweet aroma of Gramma's baking in the kitchen was the perfect setting, finding the two of us at the table looking through the cycling magazines my brother had delivered the day before.
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 Pending the formal approval from the International Office, Jeannie Scholz is transitioning into the Spoke Director position. I am very excited to see where God will take this club under her capable leadership. She brings a passion for Christ, cycling and people -- and is very committed to see this club continue to flourish. And now, a note from Jeannie:
Hello everyone! Thank you for your commitment to Twin Cities Spoke. In the months ahead I want to provide worthwhile leadership and I covet your prayers and value your support in taking this club down the path God has destined it for. I am fairly new to cycling and new to this group, but I do know that the past two years have seen us get stronger in many areas. My thanks go out to Joel Boelke for his leadership and helpful guidance; how he ever managed all the responsibilities I do not know. Personally, I cannot do this alone and am looking for help in several areas such as newsletter content, communication, membership, etc. This is everybody's club and I look forward to seeing us work together to make an even stronger team. As one member wrote when thinking about the year ahead, "God will continue to grow us in ways we can't even dream of now."
Please feel free to contact me [
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Regards,
Jeannie Scholz
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