Day 32: May 1, 2009

Day 32 - Bogalusa, LA to Wiggins, MS: Anna - back in the saddle again!

Friday May 1, 2009, 65 miles (105 km) - Total so far: 2,377 miles (3,825 km) .

Weather: Temperatures 71-84,, winds were light out of the south, skies were mostly sunny to partly cloudy, and the humidity was lower. The big news on today's ride was that Anna decided to try to ride. She rode in the van to the first rest stop, about 20 miles out, then got on her bike (which Will had repaired) and rode the rest of the way. She said later that she felt good. In fact,, she felt better after riding than she did before riding. So I think that was great therapy. It is great to have everybody back and riding strong as we start the countdown to the end of the ride. Today's route was a typical Adventure Cycling route - rural, low-traffic back roads, lots of shade trees, and scenery. Coupled with lower humidity, light winds, and partly cloudy skies, and we had a very pleasant ride today. The terrain was slightly rolling and the roads were winding, which made the experience even better. To top it off, Charles had BBQ pork spare ribs and BBQ chicken served around the pool at the motel right after the ride. Hey, it's a tough job, this bike riding stuff, but some body's gotta do it!!!!! As we were sitting around the pool enjoying our respite, were all wondering what the working stiffs out there were doing today!

Until tomorrow...
Uncle Barry, Flat Stanley, and Share Bear