week 5 sea to sea tour

Weds. 7-30-08
People I've Met: Bill who is riding a 3 wheel recumbant.
Miles Biked: 83 miles @ 13.7 mph average. Yup, I didn't finish the mileage today. Bad headwind.
Most memorable sight: Heat emminating from the road during 100 degree weather. Took 2 mile side trip early in day to see Kansas.
Meaningful Scripture: John 15:13 Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends.
Today was Diane Greenfields birthday and I miss her very much. She would have loved this adventure I am on. xxx ooo

Thurs. 7-31-08
People I've met: Kevin, Peter, Jody, Katelyn, Larry, Liz, David.
Miles Biked: 100 miles @ 15.7 average. Yes I went over because at end of ride I took a wrong turn. Half of ride was with a wonderful tailwind.
Most Memorable sight: I was filmed for footage on the abc evening news on NTV (Nebraska).
Meaningful Thought of the Day: God wants us to rely on each other, and He uses all kinds of people to do His work.

Fri. 8-1-08
Always know where your towel is.
Animals Seen: Red headed Woodpecker, thousands of grasshoppers in road.
People I've Met: Justin
Miles Biked: 94 miles @ 13.1 mph average. Terrible headwind
Most Memorable Sight: There is a LOT of corn in Nebraska!
Meaningful Scripture: Romans 12:6 We have different gifts, according to the grace given us.

Sat. 8-2-08
Animals Seen: Stiped groundsquirrels.
People I've Met: Jerry, Jake, Bill and Mary.
Miles Biked: 100 miles @ 13.9 mph average. Sidewind, tailwind, and nasty headwinds too.
Started the morning going in wrong direction a couple of miles. Boy was I mad!
Meaningful Thought: "It's a great day when nothing is growing in your water bottle!"
Meaningful Scripture: Col 3:13 Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one antoher. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.

Sunday 8-3-08
Attended Fremont Evangelical Free Church in Nebraska.