The radiator in a vehicle is to cool the engine so it does not overheat. Nature sent its radiator on our first day and it was only to our advantage and benefit. We dipped our tire in the Atlantic (a must for anyone riding their bikes across America) at about 9:00 and set off into a rainy overcast day. It rained for the first 25 miles of the trip. This helped us later in the day when it got hot and we needed the water and calorie drinks that we had not used in the cool rainy morning. About 15 miles in my front tire went flat and so a quick change and we were back on the road.
We took back roads, which is nice because it gives us good memories of talking together that we do not get on busier state highways where we are often just trying not to get run over by drivers who think that their appointment is more important than my life. We met a nice man who offered us drinks and different directions since our route was going to lead us on a dirt road. His family had moved from PA and had no intentions of going back.
The clouds broke soon afternoon and we crossed the FL-GA border (and took another mandatory picture) and enjoyed almost 2.5 hours of tailwind which allowed us to make up good time that we lost going around the dirt roads. We arrived about 3:50 with nearly 90 miles under our belt. I jumped in the pool and was much relieved after my quick dip.
The LORD has given us a great first day and we look forward to more to follow! Thank you for your prayers and hope to hear from more of you soon!!
3 comments:
Ben, Almost done with school. Just wanted you to know that I drove by and the lawn looks great and I've heard that the savage fish has been fed:) I am excited for you and your family on this great adventure (ref. Stephan Curtis Chapman).
Ben, Ride like the Wind!! Oh that's right you are riding into the wind and some rain I see. Finally got a chanch to check things out and am happy to see you've gotten started. I'll be checking up on you, have a Great Time. Jim Troxell
Ben and family,
Glad to see your "first" days pics and recaps! I'm praying for you as you peddle your way right to my favorite state: Washington!!!
Steve sends his love and support from the Philippines. We're so proud of you. I'll keep checking in on ya's.
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