Loess is a wind blown and deposited silt from the glacial ages found in many areas once covered by sheets of glacial ice. When the glaciers retreated (melted back) large areas of transported materials were left behind. The wind subsequently picked up the smaller silt sized and finer particles and deposited them in thick layers, … Continue reading "Loess Children"
Read MoreInterestingly, my ears hear just about everyone calling it ‘Vetran’s Day’). I was beginning to wonder if I was spelling it incorrectly. But no, I am correct that the word has three syllables. Though I did a ride today, I did not ride by an actual, posted named memorial. But — I did get this … Continue reading "HOLIDAYS CHALLENGE — VETERAN’S DAY"
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In this post you will read about a guy who not only completed the most difficult Monthly Challenge since monthly challenges were invented, but he also managed to work in a Holiday Challenge ride. Yes, you read it right–TWO CHALLENGING CHALLENGES IN ONE DAY! The November Monthly Challenge is problematic in that it involves taking … Continue reading "SOMETIMES YA JUST GOTTA FIGURE OUT A WAY TO MEET THE CHALLENGE"
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