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Carson

I picked up Carson from school on Tuesday and Thursday. Avery was at Sly Park with his 6th grade class. I had several bags and boxes of October decorations in the car that I decided needed a new home. I planned to stop at a donation center on the way home. Carson was very curious and asked if he could look at everything and keep it. Sure …

… but what would Mom and Dad say if he decided to keep everything? Thankfully, he chose carefully.

Sometimes we play games or throw a soft ball at something, but today Carson told me I was free to play games on my phone (lol #1) because he wanted to go online and play a game with his friend Hudson. He got started at the dining room table with a snack and his iPad. I also sat at the table. After a few minutes, Carson leaned over and whispered, “Grandma, it would be ok if you played your games over on the couch.” Is this far enough away? “Yes.” I was so laughing on the inside.

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Project Ride Smart

At Natomas Park Elementary. I volunteered to ride sweep for the street rides on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday morning. I rode with the Yellow group, Pierson was the lead LCI. Good idea: teach “bicycle sandwich” soon after leaving campus.

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Ride Districts 1 and 3

I’ve been working on this project for a while, hoping to encourage Active Transportation Commissioners, N Natomas residents and all interested bike riders to actively learn more about cycling infrastructure. Mellissa and Anya from Jibe were especially supportive. We met at Orange Theory at the corner of Arena Blvd and Stemmler Dr, the border between City of Sacramento Districts 1 and 3. Special thanks to Ron Brasel, ATCommissioner from District 8, for participating. *A note about the first picture. The woman on the left, facing left, in the neon yellow jacket, is Marsha, a friend of Cheryl’s, who lives in Ohio. We first met on the bike and barge trip in the Netherlands in 2022. So much fun to see her again.

To my great surprise, 40 people showed up. A very good turnout.

Heading east on Del Paso Rd.

On Arena Blvd at the top of the overpass over I-5. We prepared to descend as a total group – safety in numbers. Standing to the left is Pierson from SABA, a great help on a large group ride.

On E Commerce approaching Del Paso Rd:

At the site of the future Bike Campus which Jibe hopes to complete at some point in the future.

Jackrabbit Trail and Club Center Dr – the most troublesome crossing in N Natomas because there’s no legal way to cross Club Center to continue on the trail.

Almost finished. Riding along I-80, headed to the bike/ped bridge near Peregrine Park.

Thank you Brenda and Jonathan for contributing many of the above pictures.

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October

Time to say goodbye to the birthday season. The final celebration was at Terri’s on Saturday evening. Thank you Terri for thinking of me on your recent trip and the gift of Klimt-inspired earrings.

I brought guacamole and chips, Elaine and Tyson came by, and Steve made the BEST margaritas … which may explain why I forgot to take a picture of our group .. lol.

Hello October!

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Busy Saturday

Sophia had a CB volleyball tournament, Lenin drove Avery to his football game, Carson had soccer, Thais had to prep for a social event later in the afternoon. Yay, I got to spend time with Carson.

Dog-wrestling, whether Charlie wants to or not.

The goalie missed the ball as it headed toward the goal, but Carson swept in from the side and kicked it away. A round of applause from the crowd.

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Your bike rides this week

Thursday September 7. Agueda, Rachel, Lillie, Brenda:

Tuesday September 12. Jane, Cheryl, Kathy:

Thursday September 14. Kathy, Connie, Dani:

Lillie and Brenda:

Monday September 18. Dani, Cheryl, Kathy:

Tuesday September 19. Kathy, Dani, Cheryl:

Thursday September 21. Dani and Connie:

Saturday September 23. Kathy:

Sunday September 24. Dani, Toni, Earldine, Connie, Jonathan:

Monday September 25. Laurie and Brenda:

Kathy:

Brenda and Agueda:

BarbaraL and a friend ran into BarbaraB on a bike ride in W Sacramento.

Tuesday September 26. Kathy, Jane, Cheryl:

Wednesday September 27. Agueda and Brenda:

Thursday September 28. Rachel and Brenda:

Friday September 29. Laurie and Brenda:

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Thursday @ Merrilyn’s

Tomato tart and a bacon cheese dip from Ellie’s Marie’s with potato chips.

Merrilyn always sends me home with some leftovers, the tomato tart was as delicious cold as it was warm. This time, I also took home a container of Italian Wedding Soup (Ina Garten’s recipe) – so delicious. Thank you Merrilyn.

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Heather Fargo @ FSW

Heather Fargo, resident of S Natomas, former City Councilmember, Mayor of Sacramento 2000-2008, came to Four Seasons Westshore to share information about the remaining 8000 acres of farmland left in the Natomas Basin. Warehouse projects are being proposed on the south side of I-5 and very close to the Westlake and Westshore neighborhoods. There is a push to preserve the farmland as part of the Nature Conservancy and to force warehouses and huge semi-truck EV charging stations to north of I-5, closer to the airport where many other warehouses exist, are being built, or are in various stages of planning.

Edith and Heather:

Edith and Susan (sitting behind the table) did a great job planning this presentation and working with FSW staff to prepare the room and equipment.

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Adult Learn to Ride

Tuesday September 19, the first of two classes at Inderkum High School.

Success all around. Special thanks to Lennore and Kathy who volunteered to coach and encourage.

Tuesday September 26.

There were 5 students who progressed quickly through the steps. Success!

The team: Kathy, Becky, Anya, Lennore:

This was supposed to be our last class, but there’s still more support to be given. Next Tuesday will be our third and final. Special thanks to Kathy and Lennore who generously volunteered their time and are excellent coaches.