Distance travelled: 55.3 miles
Time in saddle: 5hrs 25 mins
Overall distance covered: 1857.5 miles
I woke up this morning and knew it was going to be a hard day. It's not the psychical element of the ride that is the problem. Yes it's tough going at times, but I just drop down a couple of gears and continue pedaling, easy as that...ish.
I knew my head wasn't right today. I haven't been sleeping properly and I have been feeling homesick. I knew that it would happen but obviously didn't know when. I have cut short the day and decided to have something to eat and an early night. I stopped at Marysville and booked into a really nice motel. The one I stayed in last night was OK but it didn't have the Internet so I couldn't blog....catch up time. I just fancied a can of beer, I know I shouldn't when I'm riding but I shouldn't be cycling across America at fifty one....such is life. When I tried to buy a few cans the shop refused to serve me. Apparently the shops in the town can't sell alcohol on a Sunday. Very quaint...but I am gagging for a cold beer. Each occasion requires different liquid refreshment. Sometimes it's water that hits the spot, sometimes tea but right now it is beer, but there is none.....all in all a good day. I'm really disappointed that I've only done fifty five miles today but I will make up for it up tomorrow.
I'm also a little disappointed.... it's my third day in Kansas and I haven't met anyone called Dorothy or seen a yellow brick road....I've seen plenty of road but it wasn't yellow.
My phone hasn't got a signal so if you are trying to leave me a message please use my email or face book, or reply on blogger. I love it when I get a message, it really chuffs me up.
I should be out of Kansas in the next two days, another state out of the way. I have really enjoyed the experience but I can't wait to get to Europe, it means I'm nearly home.I haven't really been chatting to as many people, it's such a lonely road. I've had the occasional hello and a few words but nothing to write home about.
I just want to get today out of the way and start afresh tomorrow...so I'm going to have a good soak in the bath and get to bed.
Best foot forward tomorrow and cycle those miles away.
I know you're feeling it at present so, think about this too negative feelings have a psitive purpose... you're missing your sons because you've got two great lads to miss... you're missing home because you have a wonderful sense of connectedness with where you live... you're missing your friends and family because they are part of your life and mean so much to you (and vice versa)... you're tired because you're willing to make an incredible effort on behalf of others... NEGATIVE IS POSITIVE Wayne. Feel the pride increase with every mile.
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Hi Wayne...Following your blog and films with great interest! I love the way you film yourself coming towards and then going away from the camera...I have this vision that you set it up, film and then have to trot back to pick up the camera and then trot off again to get on your bike! I don't know why you say you are not fit...I get tired just going 10 feet to the loo...and look how many miles you have cycled - that only equates to me as airmiles - business class of course! Looking forward to seeing the next film. Bazzin'
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Hi Wayne
ReplyDeleteAll the guys in IT have been reading your blogs and watching the vids and we all would like to say what a great thing you are doing. You have done amazingly well and dont get too down only doing 55 miles. Your awesome matey take it easy and we will see you when you get back.
Jonathan, Gary and Carl
55 miles is 54 miles more than I'd do without moaning about my bum ache!
ReplyDeleteYou're doing so well Wayne. Keep it up!
Seems like you're having one of the "moments" but I know you will push through. Just to put it into perspective the Tour de France started over the weekend ~ they're racing 2174 miles over the next 3 weeks & have only done 217 miles ~ you've travelled 1874miles so by my reckoning they're go have to peddle like crazy to catch you up!!! Who needs Lance Armstrong when we've got Wayne O'Brien!!
ReplyDeleteWayne, if you're still cracking jokes and chatting away like this then there's nothing seriously wrong - I've had a couple of meetings and I'm thinking I've done a day's work. I even laughed at several jokes and I've heard them all many times before - and that's just you telling them. A couple of bad days in 2000 miles? I think you're entitled. You're not going to lose it, it's just a hump to get over - I'm sure there's a joke in there but you're not here to tell it. I must be missing you! Keep on keeping on.
ReplyDeleteGo on Tripod! Have you tried clicking your heels together and saying 'there's no place like home'?
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ReplyDeleteI wish that you could feel the support and enthusiasm that everyone has for this wonderful thing that you are doing.We eagerly await the updates to your blog which have been absolutely fabulous from the start.Keep going Wayne,every mile gets you closer to home.We are proud to know you.
Maureen and Martin.
Whilst you are feeling a bit fed up today thought I would tell you one of my jokes to cheer you up ... A man was delivering 3 monkeys to Chester Zoo when he broke down on the motorway, another driver stopped and asked him what the problem was, he said he was taking the Monkeys to Chester Zoo but had broken down, so the driver offered to take them for him, he thanked him and gave him £10 for his trouble. When his van was fixed he decided to drive to Chester Zoo to check the monkeys had arrived, just outside he saw the driver walking along holding hands with the 3 monkeys, he stopped and shouted "what you doing, thought you said you would take them to Chester Zoo for me?" the man replied, "we've been to the zoo and we've got some money left so we are going to the pictures!".
ReplyDeleteNot as good as your jokes I know but hope it made you smile! Keep going you are doing fantastic.
Thanks everyone for your messages of support. You are the best...really.
ReplyDeleteI will get through this because of two things....Your support...and I'm a stubborn git.
Cheers
Wayne