AIDS/LifeCycle Reunion

AIDS/LifeCycle held a reunion party in West Hollywood to bring together former and new riders.  It was the first time they had a gathering where they invited both former riders from all the AIDS/LifeCycle rides and former riders from all the California AIDS Ride (the predecessor to the AIDS/LifeCycle).  They had drinks and food, although we really didn’t see any food.  They also raffled off prizes, including four brand new bikes.  Sadly, Sam and I did not win anything.  Oh well.

The highlight of the party was seeing some old biking friends, and getting to see them in “regular” clothes and not in a helmet.

I saw Cindy and Sara, my friends and fellow “ducklings” I met while we trained with the Chain Gang for AIDS/LifeCycle 2.  I also got to see my former colleagues Sheri, Darrel and Lorri, the Chief Executive Officer of the L.A. Gay & Lesbian Center.  Some of the incredible training ride leaders were also there like Beth, Chris, Mel, Tony and Doreen.  In her remarks, Lorri gave Doreen a shout out as the only rider who’s ridden every single AIDS/LifeCycle AND California AIDS Ride.  Go Doreen!!