Another morning with a lot of clouds crossing the sky. It was quiet & breezy… and you can feel that the humidity level has gone down just a little. Still sticky… but there was a slight coolness in the air. Hoping the heatwave is breaking up… and that we might have nice weather for the holiday weekend.

Plenty of clouds & plenty of humidity… another morning during this mini-heatwave we’re currently in. Luckily, my sunrise ride is early enough that the sun has not heated everything up yet… but it will. Until then… this morning was gorgeous & I was more than sweaty!!! Another great morning.

Another stunning sunrise… another sweaty morning! The clouds were impressive again… the humidity was oppressive!!! You know it’s going to be a “warm” ride when it’s already hot & sticky even before the sun has started to shine though. Done before the temps flare up later today to dangerous levels. It did feel great to make it into the shower when I got home!!!

This morning was filled with clouds & humidity! The skyshow kept changing as the clouds moved through. Every few minutes the sky had changed… and allowed the sun to peek through sending reflections across the rippled water. So serene… meanwhile, I was a sweaty mess. Literally dripping with sweat!!!

A very cloudy morning with very few people out on the lakefront trail?! Perhaps they all knew something that I didn’t??? As I pedaled south I felt strong riding into the wind.

When I turned around down by Navy Pier, I saw a big dark cloud moving in up north by my condo. I checked my weather app… and it said “rain starting in fifteen minutes.” And let’s just say… I was further from home than fifteen minutes. So… the ride home was fast & rainy… and once your wet, you can’t get any wetter!!!

Quiet moments shimmering on the lake.
Another beautiful morning on my bike…
always the best way to start my day!

Clouded start… clouded finish. We started with a good amount of clouds on the horizon. I had good expectations for a colorful sunrise. But then the clouds seemed to dissipate & disappear during the middle of my ride. But then… kinda out of nowhere… a very dramatic cloud system moved in. Creating some amazing lights & shadows… crazy cool contrasts in color & shadow. A wonderful way to end today’s bike ride!

Another cloudy morning. I had high hopes for a colorful sunrise splashing across the clouds… but to no avail. We got plenty of dramatic “layers” of clouds, shadows & silhouettes…. but no real sunrise colors. Just some beautiful drama & reflections! And I’m here for it…

Another stunning morning along the lakefront…
with some beautiful colors splashing across the sky!
A ribbon of pastel pinks & a low layer of vibrant oranges!

After yesterday’s Chicago Triathlon, it felt great to get back on the bike this morning. A leisurely ride along the lakefront enjoying the sunrise as I pedaled. Perfect for “working out the kinks” & getting some of that lactic acid out of my legs. Loved the sunrise… and my legs feel much better now!