Like most areas of the country, it has been really hot here in Houston this week and I have not been able to get out and ride all that much. So today I am up at the crack of dawn (literally) getting ready for a ride since it is only 78° right now (but will hit 96° this afternoon). Before I go, here are a few reminders:

• Voting is still open for this month’s Monthly Wine Writing Challenge (#MWWC33). Voting closes at midnight on Monday. Go check out all the entries and vote HERE.
  
• Today is National Chenin Blanc Day. Yeah, it is tough to keep up with them all, but I love me some Chenin and will be “celebrating” with a 2001 Clos de la Coulée de Serrant from Nicolas Joly. What about you?
• Even though the ride to Austin is over, you can still contribute! I originally had hoped to raise $500, but as of this morning, I am hovering just under $1000. If all of you give just a few bucks, it will push me into the four digits! Every dollar counts!

Have a Happy Saturday!