Boerne man's statewide trike trek inspired by diabetes
Ray McCutcheon's family told him his idea sounded crazy. Because when a 56-year-old with a bad back and arthritis in his knees, feet and hips tells you he wants to ride a tricycle 1,027 miles across Texas, it sounds insane.
But that didn't stop the Boerne resident from taking the ride, which he hopes will raise $100,000 for the American Diabetes Association.
Followed in an RV by his daughter Katie Holcomb, 30, McCutcheon is about halfway through his ride across the state, which started Nov. 2 in the small town of Anthony, about 20 miles northwest of El Paso.
He arrived in San Antonio on Saturday, along with 15-20 fellow riders who joined him on the 18-mile stretch from Boerne. It's the biggest entourage to accompany McCutcheon so far. Several children also joined the ride to Leon Springs.
More at http://www.mysanantonio.com/news/local/article/Boerne-man-s-statewide-trike-trek-inspired-by-4988036.php .
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How's it going? I noticed that your posting has been feast or famine lately. Have you moved? Did everything in your life finally settle down?
I moved into an apartment in late October. I've been busy getting the place setup, assembling furniture and taking care of other errands. I was out of town a couple of weekends ago for college homecoming.
I was feeling a little depressed for a few days so I slowed down on my posts during that time. I'm having to become reacquainted with living by myself and the responsibilities that entails, plus things have finally settled down to the point that I can begin searching for a job again. There are a few leads in the works so I'm hoping some good news will come soon.
It's going to be a little rough getting through the holidays without the family, but considering the amount of abuse I was taking from my brother I also know that getting out of that situation was a priority. For now, I have a roof over my head and my cat for affection so I'll be grateful for the good things in my life.
