Day 33 - Wiggins, MS to Bayou La Batre, AL: Family day in ALABAMA
Saturday May 2, 2009, 100 miles (161 km) - Total so far: 2,477 miles (3,986 km)
Weather: Temperatures 72-85, partly cloudy skies, winds south at 10-15 mph.
Today's ride was long and hard, a least for me. I think I am a little worn down after almost 2 weeks of consecutive riding. Tomorrow is a short day to the beach at Gulf Shores, and everyone is looking forward to a day of rest on the beach. The day started off foggy and remained very very humid all day. The first part of the ride out of Wiggins was pretty. After about 25 miles the route got flatter and swampier as we got into the "low country" of lower Alabama. After we got to the motel, we had a GREAT treat as Larry's brand new grandson, Rush, paid him a surprise visit. Do you remember the pictures as we left with his daughter getting ready for a new baby... guess what he's here! Larry had not yet seen Rush, but after he did we couldn't get the grin off his face for anything. His daughter and sister-in-law and grandson, River, made the trip from Tuscaloosa to Bayou La Batre as a surprise. About 30 minutes after Larry's reunion, Woody had a visit from his daughter and two granddaughters. This visit was pre-planned but no less rewarding for all concerned. Woody's daughter, a firefighter from Birmingham, is a strong rider and will ride with us tomorrow. The two granddaughters are good bike riders in their own right! The end is getting near. I loved hearing from Mrs. Yarber and Mrs. Gunter's classes yesterday too! What a nice treat to read such great comments after long days on the trial. It will not be long - Share Bear and Flat Stanley will be home.
until later...
Uncle Barry, Flat Stanley, and Share Bear
Congratulations to Grandpa Larry. I know you are so proud of him.
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