Thanks to my friend Jack, I was back on my bike today. Jack replaced the derailleur and derailleur hanger and spent several hours cleaning it up. "Several" probably being the key word. 

It was another beautiful day here in SoCal, clear skies and temps in the mid 70's.  I rode 15 miles and didn't have to do any walking.  I explored a couple new dirt roads (sorry Jack) and found a large homeless camp along the river.  Part of the 99%!!!

My "new" bike worked wonderfully!!! Thanks Jack.