a rather chilly beginning. however, it was a nice break from the bitter cold all week. this was the TBA Chilli Ride. i volunteered to head the C group but it wasn't going to go up the Jordan Bridge. So i went with the B group. Saw Pinoy Larry…but was really glad to hook up with Kelly and her boyfriend Reese. Went over the Berkeley Bridge rather easy but on the downhill did see where the curb started so i bolted off into the street from the curb. Was rather frightened but the only damage was the chain came off. Thank you Lord. upon approaching the Jordan bridge it looked rather intimidating…like a huge rollarcoaster. i took Reese's advice and just go on a gear at a nice slow pace. I did it!!! Was very careful on the down hill. Road around Portsmouth awhile and then back over the bridges. It was a great ride especially with Kelly and Reese. Had a beer at Smartmouth Brewery. It was a great ride. Thank you Lord!!!