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Been busy. Real busy... but at least I still have been able to get out into the hills to enjoy some great singletrack. The snow is receding nearly as fast as my hairline, and the trails are approaching mint condition. Here's a couple of vids to get me through the next couple of rough weeks, it being finals and all.

Everyone has that one section of the Mary's peak trail that they just can not ride (for many, this can be most of the trail). This is my section, which Shaun executes in perfect form what I did moments earlier.

Dan and Shaun screaming down the fast lower section of the trail. Dan is showing off his new invisible helmet technology. To his credit, the dude can make it over nearly any technical section. Yes, when I scratch my head I get splinters, but my poor riding skills necessitate wearing a brain bucket. Kudos to all riders, and Asher the trail dog cruising in the end of the vid.

In a couple of weeks I'll be done with my undergraduate degree in Biology (with a chemistry minor and a pre-education option with completed master's requirements. Sounds cooler that way). Then it is on to the Graduate program in Science and Mathematics education here at Oregon State. As much as I like sticking my fingers into every outdoor activity I can, it'll be good for me to dedicate myself to something this important for a year, and for the rest of my life. Education is where I see myself, and I am looking forward to it. Challenges come in all varieties, and it's good for the soul to sample their delicacies while you can. Thanks to all whom have helped me get where I am; I've been blessed with some of the most outstanding friends and family one can find. Ciao for now.