There was a mountain pass into Lincoln NH that was six miles up. When I was nearly to the top, an oncoming car rolled down his window and yelled "You go girl, you can do it, you can do it!!" I needed that encouragement. So, to that stranger I yell out a big thank you.
Once I was at the summit and riding down, I realized just how much it looked like home. It looked like the Cascade Mountains.... where Chris & I have mountain biked and hiked.... I took a rest and hiked in just a bit to a nearby river. The rocks were mossy, the ferns were there and it reminded me even more of my sweetie. I took a moment and missed my Chris..... I had a tearful time down the mountain. Lincoln New Hampshire was a cute little mountain town. I may need to return to see the fall foliage and/or ski it's slopes.
This morning our goal was Bridgton Maine which took us over the Kancamagus Pass up to the Pemigewasset Overlook. 12 miles up hill and 20 miles down the other side.
We were all nervous, but it went well. I put my odometer on time only. I gave myself two hours and I didn't want to dwell on mileage. I was at the summit in 1:53. Woo hoo. Beautiful scenery uptop and down the other side.
When we entered Maine and took a picture of the Maine sign, I was thinking how fortunate I've been not to have a flat tire on this entire ride. Too soon to think that as "Woosh..." back tire flat. Jan, Lin & I changed it out and in four more miles, "Woosh" again. I have a slit in my actual tire, so Sara the SAG driver picked me up and later in the evening Patty, the Guide got me fixed up with two new tires. I have nearly 3000 miles on these tires, so time for a tire rotation.....
I saw this on a posting on a church sign in Middlebury. It spoke to me....
I had a chance to have dinner with my friend Eric and his mom Suzie. Great to reconnect.
I was cautious.... but did not see a moose.
Doesn't New Hampshire look like the Cascade Mountains?
This is where I enjoyed and had my moment.... thinking of my sweetie, Chris....
Heading up the pass.... 12 miles ahead. I did not collide with any moose.
Sue, our Chef just had to climb the pass. Then, she headed right back down to get the van and continue her duties.
I made it up the pass 12 miles. Woo Hoo!
Beautiful New Hampshire scenery.
More of it.
I walked down by the river. There were many of these butterfly's.
Lin & I at the Maine state line. Shortly thereafter, woosh, I had a flat tire....
Some of the girls, discussing if they should trade there bicycles in for a motorized tri cycle.... Well, maybe not.....
Tomorrow, I am supporting the gang as the support & gear (SAG) driver. I am looking forward to this for a change. We all miss our driver Karen who had to return home to be with her family after her dad passing. Hey Karen.... this is for you.
Thanks to all of my friends and family for supporting me in my journey cross country. It has been enlightening......
Peace & Love to you all!
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