Tuesday, April 24, 2007

So Much to Say









I was hoping to limit my blog entries to one or two paragraphs, but this might be a little longer. It's 4:30 on Tuesday afternoon and I just had an all you can eat "pig out" with Gary and Carol Speary, retired school teachers who are riding a tandem bike to Denver, then back to Pennsylvania, and then down the Atlantic coast. Holy Cow! Obviously they are experienced cyclists, having made major tours throughout the US for the past 12 years. It kind of humbles me, but boy do I appreciate their advice. (right picture)

While I was stopping for a nap yesterday in Otter Creek, who should stop by but the President of the Alabama Biking Coalition, Marjorie and Micheal Holderer. She said they just celebrated the grand opening of the "Underground Railroad" Bike route April 16th. I guess I won't be the first one taking it. She gave me a bright green vest so I could be more visible on the road. Supposedly, you can see it from 200 miles away if the conditions are right. (left picture)

I spent the night at Fanning Springs State Park last night. (bottom picture) It felt great to go for a swim and relax there. I had my first mega meal of Snow Crab and Alligator tail at The Lighthouse Restaurant across the street, then settled into my tent for the night. Before going to bed I talked to Dawn Stocker, my secret liaison, who lives in Florida and was trying to get me some press coverage until I changed my route. She's still good friends with Sue Casey, so this trip connected with her on a few levels.

I want to get in about 20 more miles before the day is out, so 'til next time........

8 comments:

Anonymous said...

Heh Chas !! Your Dad and Mom are proud of you and wish you the best. Lokks like you are meeting a lot of nice people on your adventure...God Bless and have fun but keep safe. Love, Dad & Mom

cuzgrace said...

Hey Cuz we just got the word that you are on your way....what an adventure...keeping an eye on your blog is going to be fun....stay safe keep your head down, and as the bullriders say "keep your mind in the middle"
Love, Good Luck, and Strength
Grace Gordy & Bill

Anonymous said...

Hey Charlie-

This is certainly turning out to be an awesome adventure!

Way to go brother!

Love-Cathy

Claire said...

Hey Charlie Man!
Ride Forest Ride!
It is nice to have the kindness of strangers on your side. Keep up the pace brother.

Love,
Claire

Anonymous said...

hey dude whats kicken your chicken now a days ..nm here just being bored in preuss class omg he is so boring...did u kno that he used to live in Japan? not that anyone cares but japan is a pretty cool place. i hear they sit down and pee

Joe said...

In the words of the great philosopher Kermit the frog "It's not easy being Green"...It's a good look on you Charlie.

Take care ...we love you. Joe, Gina & Girls...

Anonymous said...

Charlie you are totally awesome. I thought of you last Thursday when we were in Key Largo. Just wishing you the best and by the way you better be a little more careful riding that nice ass around the seedy parts of town. Your #2 will never be the same. haha

Anonymous said...

Hey!! This is Melissa and Katie. Hope to see you in Van Wert. Glad to hear your trip is going good. Keep up the good pace!

Love,Jim, Denise, Katie and Melissa