I love weddings, especially my own.

I got married!
To the love of my life, and it only took nine years.

Yay Germany

Well now that the word Cup is over I have to say even though Germany did not win it was a great showing and the young team made me proud. Beating our 2 main rivals of late, England and Argentina was legendary. So go on an we'll cheer for you in 4 years again. I hope Jogi stays on as coach, but we'll see I am sure he is going to get some attractive offers now...

Lets go Germany

I'm ready, can't wait for tomorrow!!!!!!!!!!!

Object of my desire

I want one!!! The Brooks B17 touring saddle has been around for over 110 years, it gets the best reviews and lasts forever. The break in time is unbueno long, but once you are there...
You are there!

Oh well, someday...

The Midwest is most triumphant!!

I don't care what anybody says, we had an amazing time in Minnesota. Everything was great, from the new Target field, through the local food and beers, stores, people and parks. All grade A+

Some highlights:

Minnehaha park
Grain Belt nordeast beer
Chicago and millennium park
The bean in millennium park
Seeing the family farm in Detroit Lakes
And...
All the new friends we made.

Lesson of the day

Take great pleasure in little things, such as a tired puppy.

May Gray

Oh May gray makes me sleepy, the ride in this morning was nice, but a little chilly.
Interesting is the fact that I have almost no memories of coming in, just sort of a cold, gray get on with it kind of ride. oh well still beats sitting in a metal box for 30 minutes!

RANT!!

So jetzt hole ich mal gaaaaaanz weit aus!!!

How dare you go in like that Kevin Prince Boateng! What are you making up for missing football qualities with bad tackling? No chance to get the ball and no chance to play for Germany.

If I don't hear about you again it will be soon enough, and don't you dare try to come back to the Bundesliga, stay up north at one of those in debt relegated clubs.

Also don't look for friends during the Germany vs. Ghana match next month. Best stay benched or look for a "lucrative" transfer into Gaelic football. Period!

Rivendell Bicycles

Although not all sex appeal, these bicycles are serious country beauties so to speak. Lovingly crafted and styled by people who absolutely love bicycles and commuting on them.

Rivendell cycles just look comfortable and inviting to me. They might not be the very fastest bikes on the road, but I think they will guarantee that you arrive at your destination with a big smile on your face. Every time!

So take it in, maybe some day you will be a lucky owner of one of these.

Turning the wheels, turns the wheels

Nicht immer aber immer oefters erstklassig

Na da ist die Saison ja doch noch versoehnlich zu ende gegeangen! Die letzten beiden Spiele haben gezeigt das Hannover doch in die 1. Liga gehoeren kann.

Ich freue mich schon auf die naechste saison, dann wird der FC. St. Pauli kommen!!!

Bueno Bag

I admitt, I was a little sceptical when I first saw the bag. But the more I use it, the more I absolutely love it. It is very well designed and fits perfectly on my back.

The chrome messenger bag is by far the most comfortable backpack or bag I have used on my bike, fits everything I need and has some extra room for some might needs as well.

Thanks to the excellent people that gave me this beautiful gift... Esther, Kris and Ellen!
It's perfect!!

Over the hills and far away...

Some say old, some say over the hill!
I say 30 years young and still rising ;)

Accidents suck!!!!!!!

Isn't it ironic? Two weeks after I sell my car we get rear ended in Esthers car and are rendered car less – for a day or two. (Rentals are nice) just one of those things, coming home from a Chinese funeral, Esthers parents were concerned about bad spirits following us home from the cemetary—

Before we got home and were able to step over the customary fire border (to shake off the spirits), we were involved in an accident. Interpret it as you will, but some superstitions are not too far fetched.

Pegoretti not for the faint of eye

These beautiful frames might not be every bodies cup of tea, but I think they are beautiful.
I don't want to see the manufacturers name on 15 parts of the bike in company color only etc.
Hand painted by local artists in Italy Dario Pegoretti hand makes these excellent bikes. They are made of the best steel tubing available and considered rare pieces. Maybe someday I'll manage to ride one, but for now I am happy to admire them from afar.

Why I don't ride a fixed gear bike

I admit, I have always been attracted by the look of a fixie, so sleek and simple, easy to maintain, quiet and zen. BUT ;) freewheeling down a big hill, taking in your surroundings and taking a deep breath before trying to catch up with your speed is too much to give up for me. Therefore I will keep adjusting my gears and greasing my freewheeling, fun, speedy and just right complicated road bike.

And if I ever want to hang a bike on my wall for some oohs and aahs, I'll save the fixie for that.

Dear Diary

I love Esther!

The end.
The beginning.

WINDY WINDY WINDY

And it was windy, I got to work looking like a junkie, red in the face and bleary eyed. But the ride was great overall and I am now enjoying a well deserved muffin.

I realized it is good to start the day with a little adventure and exercise, because you feel a sense of accomplishment and that starts the day of right!

So non je ne regrette rien!!

Defense wins championships!

One of the best defensive performances I have ever seen! Hats off to Inter and their coach, I couldn't be more proud of the two finalists. Against all odds and the ref Inter Milan advance to what should be an incredible final at the Bernabéu!!

Either way I will be happy, so lets celebrate now!

Mia San Mia

Well, normally I like to cheer against Bayern in the Bundesliga, but when it comes to playing european competition I generally like the Bavarians. This season I wasn't sure what to do, not a big fan of LvG I was a little sour because of the Klinsmann sacking...

But long story short, at this point I can only say: "Boah wie geil ist das denn!" Doing what they did, and doing it with a lot of young players from their youth system is impressive and the way it should be done.

Also, Ivica Olic has got to be one of the most exciting players. Always runs, never gives up and almost always scores when they need him to.

Also Pack Ma's!!

Beautiful and Happy People

Whats up with these smiles, they must have it good :)

Alles hat ein Ende nur die Wurst hat zwei :( ??

Also, Jetzt auch mal in Deutsch, habe gestern nach drei guten Jahren mein Auto verkauft. Das ist einerseits klasse, aber auch ein bischen traurig, denn irgendwie ist man ja doch etwas damit verbunden.

Naja, da werde ich jetzt auf jedenfall mehr Material fuer den Blog haben, da ich jetzt radle ;)
Also Bye, Bye Auto, hello bicycle.

— oder Esthers Auto ;)