1,821.4 total trip miles
0 mph
0’ climbing
FF - 7
MP - my #4 daughter Jennifer & her husband James. She is the “hugger” girl because from the time she was little, she was always ready to give a hug. I can feel it today across the miles. She has a big heart, a wonderful husband & my 1st grandchild Theo.
I hope Shakespeare was right when he wrote “discretion is the better part of valor”. My knee is definitely better than yesterday after my romp in the mud, but I decided to take the day off riding the bike. It’s no fun, especially when I see all the bikes coming into the SAG stops.
I rode today with one of the staff & it really gives a different perspective on this adventure. Although I would much rather be riding my bike, it was still a learning experience. I even learned a new way to spell “inconvenience” !
I did have lots of time to reflect on my MP for the day & I considered the challenge Jennifer & James faced when trying to get James’ visa for entrance into the USA. If they could be diligent & persistent in the face of multiple bureaucrats, I can wait until my body is ready to get back on the bike. I’m also reminded of the prayer “Give me patience, Lord - quickly please”
I will monitor how I feel overnight & make a decision for tomorrow in the morning.
WDYLT - ILT there is an awful lot of work, coordination, planning & dedication needed to run a cross country bike tour. Thanks Bubba & staff.