It’s tough saying goodbye. Goodbye to my dog, house, girlfriend, sister, favorite bar and coffee shop, and my Crossfit pals. This goodbye was different, it was a goodbye to my entire life. Mourning was the result. I didn’t realize it until later, but the days leading up to my departure were a collection of overwhelmed sadness while dealing with the impossible task of getting bike, money, and equipment ready for travel. (more…)