No, this isn't about seeking through meditation to improve our conscious contact with God as we understand Him and praying only for knowledge of His will for us and the power to carry that out.

It's about riding to Three Floyds and boosting our cognitive function every month this year! There's a somewhat consistent schedule -- usually the 4th Saturday of the month -- and you can qualify for the F-12 Award.

Except that, alas, we should quarantine if we cross the state line right now, so let's just ride to the Lansing Municipal Airport, as close as we can get, and run away, and live to ride another day.

In accordance with pandemic guidelines from the Mayor, the Governor, and the CDC, this ride is limited to 50 people, first come, first served, and social distancing and masks are strongly recommended.

We meet between 7 and 7:30 at Intelligentsia Broadway to caffeinate. We then take Barry east and the lakefront trail south. Feel free to join up anywhere along the trail. Just let us know where so we can look for you.

After the airport, there's breakfast at mile 38 at Gabe's Place, then, taking advantage of the balmy weather, it's on to Flossmoor Station, Blue Island Beer Company, Open Outcry, and Marz.

Bring money, government-issued ID, a lock, lights since it's getting dark early, water and snacks to have en route, and panniers for beer you can't get in Chicago.

PS: I give these rides these names because I find them humorous in an ironic way. It's not my intent to make light of addictions, efforts to recover from addictions, or 12-step peer support groups like AA. If you're trying to drink in moderation, we'll support you. If you're trying to abstain, you may want to give this ride a pass.