Home Sweet Home!

Today we rode 70 miles from Beech Grove, KY to Rough River State Park.  We were joined by one of our biggest fans, Norma Henry, for the last 30 miles of our trip.  It was so refreshing to have someone along for the ride to share our stories and experiences with.  Norma was so sincere when speaking about our ride and really helped us realize how big of an impact this ride is making.  She told us of friends in Minneapolis to friends in Texas that are following our blogs/ videos!  And, rather than look at our big climbs as “tough hills”, Norma helped us be optimistic and challenged us to look at them as “character builders” .  We are so fortunate to have that kind of support- it really does keep us going!

About 30 miles in today Mitch’s dad, sister, and uncle surprised us en route.  It has been so neat these past 2 days in Kentucky seeing people we know, having multiple interviews with media outlets across the state, etc.  Yesterday we rode right through the town my grandfather (the one who died of Alzheimer’s) was raised in, and past a farm he used to own.  We stayed at Mitch’s girlfriend (Jessica)’s home last night, and tonight my parents joined us here at the lake.  I know each of us is looking forward to getting a taste of home, but after this weekend we’ll be ready to get on the road and finish strong!  I have to say though- I am definitely looking forward to spending some time with my grandmother.  And her homemade peach ice cream! =P

Tonight we are staying at David Chandler (my Dad’s boss)’s lakehouse on Rough River.  It is so incredible to look at a map of the United States and see that we have come this far by bicycle! Tomorrow we will ride into Elizabethtown (45miles) and will have friends joining us for the last 20miles of the route.  I’m excited that people want to join in and take part in our cause and do their part to help us raise awareness for Alzheimer’s.  Between riding tomorrow and our event at Best Buy on Friday (which you should definitely come to!….11-1 EST cookout/ live radio coverage/ FREE big screen TV giveaway!) I think we have some incredible opportunities to spread our cause this weekend as we take a 2 day “break” from the ride.

As the days add up, the hills get longer, and our bodies continue to wear down we will continue to rely on the one thing that has gotten us this far- the Lord’s strength.

Tyler

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