Today we left Council and headed toward New Meadows. It was about 25 miles away and all up hill! It really wasn't that bad though. The hills were gradual and long, but not very steep! We continued on to a small town called Riggins, which is about 35 more miles down the road. The weather was fine all day except for this stretch. The wind and rain spanked us! Have you ever gotten tired by pedaling your bike DOWN hill? The wind was so strong that if we stopped pedaling on the downhills in order to save our legs by coasting, we would actually come to a stop! It was insane! That was worse than the rain! Needless to say, we made it to Riggins! AND, thanks to my big sis and her husband, Candace and I are staying the night in a Best Western! :) Thanks a million Megs!
Oh, I forgot to mention that we came up with a name for our bike...it's Miss America! :) She been strong for us so far and we hope she'll stay that way for many miles to come!
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Wow! This is truly turning into a wonderful journey for you guys. Its shocking to read, 50 miles today, 70 miles the next day! Incredible. I love the stories and I'm so thankful for the kind people you guys have run into. Keep up the pace. After reading this, it makes Japan seem easy breezy!
Megan told me about the crazy driving rain and how you HAD to pedal DOWNHILL! Oh my goodness, you guys must have been just overwhelmed and exhausted! Thanks to God that Megan and Brent have those 'magic points' and could get you into a wonderful hotel! Angels are still on the job! The hotel looks like a resort! Meg said she got you the executive suite with a hot tub! SWEET! Well, enjoy some luxury for awhile and give Miss America a rest!
Enjoy a nice breakfast and get back in the hot tub and let those leg muscles say ahhhh! I can't say enough how proud I am of you both! Your stamina and determination is amazing. All of us are with you all the way in spirit and prayer! Love and hugs!
Momma Ann
Happy to have provided a hot shower...and this is closest I'll ever get to a nice RAK :) Looking forward to seeing pictures!
P.S. I'm teaching Layne how to say Miss America...she's getting it...slowly.
I believe she goes by "Ms."...
Man! You guys have done so much already. I am glad you have had some good run in with other people to help you with what you need at that moment. Enjoy the nice hot shower and a bed. Watch some of the olympics too. Keep up the good work and stories. Good luck! Love ya guys.
that second 'ann said' is from Megan.... we are both using her computer and forget to sign in and out.
She provided the RAK and is teaching Layne to say 'Miss America'!!!
Love the name for you bike...it's perfect.
What a wonderful gift from Megan...another angel and RAK! So Yeah to her and her family. I'm so glad you had a nice place to rest up and do some laundry.
What a great story about the weather. Each day you've had a totally different experience.....we are all loving the stories. Thanks for being so good about keeping in touch. Love you! Be safe. You guys are amazing.
Candace! oh and Mike! i kid!
I hope you guys are doing amazing!!!
Candace I wanted to tell you that I e-mailed three other organizations today about our travels so hopefully someone will email me back. Have you heard back from the lady in Combodia? I even emailed UNICEF! I mean dream BIG right??? well love ya and miss you so much!!!!
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