Highlights: The new tires got swapped onto the bike courtesy of Mark, yet we quickly isolated an issue that has them slated for a return. The "bead" these tires have which is what holds them onto the rim, are crap. It's barely there and in one particular point, so minor that the tire kept coming off of the rim. Fortunately it was caught early and to ensure we did not have further issue I brought the portable air pump. We had to stop four times and this was a significant safety risk. The tire could have easily locked up and thrown me. Hard. So, It's time to visit a bike shop, I am bummed yet grateful nothing more traumatic occurred. Jen and I attended the pickup party for Ancora Vino at the Enoteca Storia restaurant. It was a lot of fun trying a wide range of unique wines from various places.
Insights: Gratitude for good fortune can come in the form of recognizing how something inconvenient could have been something tragic. Stepping outside of a comfort zone to express feelings you know might be challenging to gain acceptance for can be all that matters once you do so, as it's honest and genuine.