We actually got to sleep in an extra half hour this morning and began riding about 8 in a warm temp heading out on Rt 2 east across the Hudson River. We had a climb from 1.2 to 6 miles and ended back on Rt 7 east to leave the state of New York.
We rode on a very narrow road with very poor shoulders and more traffic than I care to ride with. Our first SAG stop was at mile 27.8 and there just happened to be a Dunkin Donuts there!!! I broke down and bought a donut – I really haven’t eaten any for about 5 years – so you can imagine what a difficult temptation it was.
Next we crossed the Vermont border and rode into a small town called Bennington after which the big climb of the day began – 8 miles with a steep downhill into Wilmington. Both of these towns were small communities with the cutest little houses and stores.Apparently here the big thing are the moose statues – like the cows back how. There were several on each block – all with different decorations!
Our second SAG was at mile 59 at a post office and our staff couldn’t believe how many cars pulled in to drop off mail on a Sunday!There was another climb after Rt 7 turned into Rt 9 and we followed it into the hotel for tonight.
Sorry this is so short, but emotions are running very high right now and I have a feeling they will be just as bad tomorrow and Tuesday.
Today's hurrah goes out to Dr. McGlaughllin who 6 years ago was instrumental in treating and helping me survive West Nile Encephalitis - who would have ever thought I would be able to do what I have done!
Thank God for the safety, health, and energy!
Hang in there Carole. We are all looking forward to seeing you soon:) I can't imagine the emotions you're feeling, but in the end it will all be good. Kit
ReplyDeleteAnd then you reached the Atlantic.-Really eager to hear about it all. Arlene
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