Monday Group Ride

I found an interesting editorial on group riding that I'd like to share with the group.  I've seen a variety of "Dysfunctional Cycling Club" rides and want to move beyond that. The philosophy going into the Monday night rides is summed up very appropriately with the line "They will experience success and feel like bike riders." Hopefully that's the direction we're going.  

http://www.bicyclepaper.com/articles/378-Dysfunctional-Cycling-Club-and-Why-You-Should-Quit

On that note, we live in a very hills place. If you have any suggestions for safe, but flatter, route, please let me know.

-Janna