2016 has come to an end. Once again, I went back to blog posts (not as many this year) to summarize my year. I realize this is a bit boring. It's probably more for me than others.
January
It seems in January (2016) I learned that MLK Jr. was a Cubs fan. Perhaps this was the knowledge needed for the Cubs to win the World Series in 2016... just saying. January also brought Wing Young Huie to my classroom. He's back again for several days, so yesterday we emailed making plans.
February
My blog doesn't really say much about February since I was doing the Lenten challenge. It's full of pictures and poems matching the giving word. My two favorites were snowshoeing and seeing Sherman Alexie. He was hilarious! I love him.
March
Oh no. In March I talked about the word beloved for the Lenten challenge. I hope this wasn't the same as blogging about MLK Jr liking the Cubs. Maybe I contributed to the events of 2016. The Cyclones also made it to the Sweet 16 in March.
April
April is always #30DaysofBiking. Riding every day in April is typically a challenge because the weather is always extreme and crazy. Speaking of Let's Get Crazy, April was also the month of Prince's death, and of course, I rode my bike to First Avenue on the day of his death.
May
May warmed up and brought more biking. This year we only did 50 miles for the Fulton Gran Fondo, so we could bike to Paisley Park and back. I also did Race for the Cure and Tutu on Wheels. All were great events.
June
June is the start of summer, and I can tell from my blog that life was good. I participated in a 50+ mile ride of Milwaukee Beer Gardens (biking and beer drinking in the heat... what could go wrong?). It was also time for the annual University of Okoboji Class (more biking and drinking). I managed to get in a bit of kayaking with all of the biking.
July
July is RAGBRAI month which means a week of biking (and drinking???). I also joined Neighborhoods Organizing for Change, Black Lives Matter, and the American Federation of Teachers to march for change in Minneapolis. It's obvious that 2016 will bring more marches for change.
August
My dad decided to sell his house acreage in August, so I made on more trip to the farm. It was sad, but August had some great events. I volunteered at a Habitat for Humanity house which was fun, feel good experience. Next year, I want to find more opportunities. It also brought Powderhorn 24. I love this 24 hour biking relay (for us) event.
September
September is back to school month which is always bitter-sweet. Today I'm babysitting Britt Britt which I also did in September. I think she likes it her. I like the Redneck Liberal and was able to see him at a comedy club in September. A friend and I picketed with the nurses which as I mentioned I'll be doing more marches and events of solidarity in 2017.
October
Prince's Paisley park opened for tours in October, and I made one of the first tours. October also brought the Mankato Rambler ride with pie! Also, I went to God's Country to participate in the harvest (corn). I do love fall (not as much as summer).
November
Looking back at November is crazy. I'm going to try to post without mentioning the election (too late), but it will always be remembered. I went to Atlanta for NCTE and listened to Ta-Nehisi Coates. While I was in Atlanta, I also stopped by the Civil Rights Museum (such a great experience). I also visited my college roommate in Dallas and helped with their Sports Xtravaganza for visually impaired youth. Did I mention the Cubs won the World Series in November? The Cubs won the World Series!!
December
My dad turned 75 in December, and we drove to Ames for an Iowa State basketball game. My blog says that I didn't do much in December; I merely looked back at the year. I guess this is OK.
Comments
your year seems kind of wonderful.
Happy New Year, MM!