Aloha! Today was definitely not a rest day; we just finished a 137-mile ride to Aberdeen, MS. Here’s a quick summary of the past four days.
The first two days were spent riding through stunning forests (1st 1.5 days) and then not-so-stunning newly seeded farmland (so all you see is dirt) – miles and miles as far as the eye can see (last 0.5 day). The farmers in Arkansas grow corn, rice, soybeans, etc. The winds were unfriendly – moderate headwinds and cross winds. The next day we crossed the Mississippi river, rode through more farmland, got chased by dogs, and faced very strong headwinds – making it a very, very tough day. Today we were blessed with light winds, sometimes tailwinds, and rode through roller after roller – similar to Oklahoma. We were once again chased by numerous dogs – nothing like a little interval training during a 137-mile ride! We’re also beginning to see many catfish ponds.
The weather has been great - clear blue skies and warm temperatures.
2233 miles down, 679 miles to go!
MAHALO FOR YOUR DONATIONS TO THE SPASTIC PARAPLEGIA FOUNDATION! ALSO, MAHALO FOR YOUR KIND AND ENCOURAGING COMMENTS!
Saturday, May 8, 2010
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You beat the wind and the dogs! Nice going. Keep up the good work (as you always say :-). And seriously -sorry about the dogs :-(. Love you!
ReplyDeleteIncredible ride, bro!
ReplyDeleteI'll be leaving CT on Thursday to meet you in Savannah, GA at the finish. I now have a manual wheelchair, so there may be enough room in the back of my minivan to be able to transport your bike to the airport on Saturday for your flight home.
Thanks to everyone who made a donation. I'm hearing back from our money people that contributions are coming in.
Love you Mike!
The Hammond's send their fond Aloha! Wow, we don't think we could do what you are doing so we really want you to know you're super =) !!! Hang in there for the last 600+. See you in a week.
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ReplyDeleteOur family remembered you yesterday, Mother's Day of all days, because we knew you were working the roads, while the rest of us were enjoying, steak, shrimps, baked salmon, you name it. We are praying for you, home teacher that your legs will last the rest way, that your body will never tire, and that you make it back to La'ie in one piece. Good luck and we'll keep checking in with you on this blog.
ReplyDeleteOops that was me on Anonymous....Bobby Akoi!
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