After almost 3,000 miles of riding, 114,000 feet of climbing
and countless hours alone on my bike through some of the most awesome parts of
this great country, I end my adventure with some reflections both simple and
sublime.
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The human body is an incredible machine.
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Maybe 70 is the new 50.
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From the point of view of efficiency and flexibility, a bicycle
is as close to being a perfect transportation machine as we have today.
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Going six weeks without news from the internet, TV,
radio or a newspaper (other than the NYT Sunday edition 4X) was cathartic and
surprisingly easy.
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I do not regret missing both political
conventions or the ongoing political brouhaha.
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People who are serious cyclists are some of the
most interesting, articulate and nice people in the world.
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Take the time to slow down and look around and
you will see some marvelous things.
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The United States has an extraordinary divers
landscape and populous.
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Minnesota “Nice “is a fact”
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I should have done this 25 years ago and should
do another soon.
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I have great gratitude for all who helped make
this extended hiatus possible. I owe you
big time.
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I am a very fortunate and blessed to have been
able to do this and truly sorry that others may not be able to.
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Life is very short and I want to make sure I
wear out this body enjoying every second.
Terry and Me at the Mississippi River
Saturday, July 30 about 11:00 AM CDT
This is the last post. Hope you enjoyed reading the blog and I hope you can someday experience such a wonderful adventure.
jack
