tantrums

i think calvin had a pretty good birthday. he took cupcakes to share with his new little classmates and since it was music day was serenaded by guitar (the new daycare has a music guy come in on a weekly basis) during the happy birthday song. we were both able to pick him up together and then he had a surprise waiting for him (a little train set) that he seemed to really like. dinner and cake followed by more gifts that had arrived in the mail. what a lucky little boy!

i will say, in the past few weeks there has been a marked increase in tantrums - the terrible twos upon us? while it is frustrating to deal with, it is pretty cool to see him wanting a little more independence.

after bedtime it was more time on the trainer. got a late start getting robin's bike set up, cleats on new road shoes, etc. which was mostly my fault (our second trainer was still configured for 26" wheels). watched top chef and tried to increase the intensity during the commercial breaks.

throughout this week i've been working on my cross bike for the stretch run. new shift hoods (red), bar tape (silver), brake cable and front tire (rear tire is on its way). i wasn't going to replace the rear but after inspection the tires have seen there day (it has been a couple of years so by most standards i am overdue). i didn't want to spend any money as i am saving for something but this was unavoidable.

happy thursday.