In 2024, I set out to ride my bike every single day for the year. That challenge became a journey of resilience, discovery, and connection. Now, in 2025, I’ve set a new challenge: to blog every day. While I’ve been writing, I’ve been hesitant to share. Today, that changes. No matter how imperfect this post feels, I’m sharing it.

Why share? Because I believe each of us has something unique to offer—a spark that sets us apart. Finding that spark and encouraging others to embrace theirs is what motivates me. My journey has taught me that sharing our experiences and perspectives can inspire others, build community, and create meaningful change.

This year, I’m committing to monthly adventures to reconnect with the simplicity and joy of cycling. At least once a month, I’ll set out on my bike before sunrise, ride all day, camp under the stars, and return home after dark the next evening. These overnight rides will be a chance to push boundaries, reflect, and capture the beauty of the journey.

When summer rolls around, I’ll take this spirit of exploration to the mountains of Colorado. There’s something magical about riding through alpine landscapes, discovering hidden lakes, blooming wildflowers, and charming mountain towns. I can’t wait to share those miles with you.

Cycling isn’t just personal for me; it’s also about community. I’ll be participating in and documenting bike and running events throughout the year, sharing not only event recaps but also the joy and camaraderie that come with being part of these gatherings. To help others get involved, I’ll maintain and share a list of upcoming rides and events.

But my passions don’t stop at the saddle. As a realtor in Tucson for nearly 30 years, I’ve learned to see the connections between people and places. I’ll be writing about real estate trends in Tucson and advocating for projects like expanding The Loop from Craycroft to Tanque Verde—an opportunity to create safer, more accessible spaces for cyclists and pedestrians alike.

Building stronger relationships is another focus for me this year. Whether through personal interactions, supporting local restaurants and businesses with my photography, or fostering community connections, I’m committed to celebrating what makes us unique and finding ways to bring us closer together.

At the same time, I’m thinking about resilience—specifically, how to make my body stronger and faster as I age. I’ll be exploring ways to build physical strength and endurance, sharing insights from my experiences, and inviting others to join me on this journey of self-improvement.

This blog is my way of weaving all these threads together: cycling, photography, real estate, advocacy, community, and personal growth. It’s not about being perfect or standing out from the crowd. It’s about showing up, sharing the ride, and inviting others to discover their spark along the way.

Here’s to 2025—a year of riding, writing, and connection. Let’s make it a journey worth sharing.