Day 42
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My bike is locked away in different part of the hostel. Will give you the details tomorrow. I cycled about 94 miles
It’s been a bit of a funny day today. I woke up feeling really good and set off in good spirits. The sea mist was about again but it was still pretty hot. I decided to roll my shorts up a touch and take my shirt off…nearly naked cycling I recommend it. I did look a bit like a panda but it was too hot to care. Yesterday I mentioned that the roads were lovely and flat…..I spoke too soon. All I have done all day is go up and down, but the scenery has been brilliant….not that my legs appreciate that. I can honestly say I have never sweated so much. It was coming off me like water off a rock. I’ve had to drink loads just to keep up.
I phoned uncle Ken and auntie Hilda today. It’s their 60th Wedding Anniversary and you won’t meet two nicer people. I love them both and wish them all the best. It’s also Jo Warburton’s 50th…..a mile stone….it all starts here chuck. A great girl…..well woman now…all the best.
I seem to have been cycling forever today. The road surface is generally better than it was in the USA but there were some dodgy places. I had to ask directions on numerous occasions and seem to have managed with pointing and doing impressions…..If there is a town in Spain called Tommy Cooper, I can get there.
I did ask one lady, who turned out to be an English woman who now lives in Spain….God works in mysterious ways. I was a very small town in the middle of nowhere and the road just ran out…weird. Anyway she gave me great directions.
There was about an hour when I seem to lose the plot completely. I just thought I have to keep pedalling and that’s what I did…..can’t remember much else about that bit….weird. I had drink and something to eat and I was fine later.
Spain has been a bit of a struggle up to now. I think the heat is an issue but I will sort it.
I’m in a hostel about ten miles away from Almeria, The place I was aiming for. It began to get dark and I needed to look for somewhere so here I am. I’m not sure of the name of the town but it doesn’t matter, tomorrow I will be gone.
Just one last thing. I heard that Paul Wood, who plays for Warrington has broken his leg. I am gutted for him and wish him a speedy recovery.
Didn't get a phone call but we'll bring your original flags home as they,ve been through so much. I knew you'd just crack on and Almeria is about where I thought you'd be. Listen though, it is different out here and you need to take on as much water as you possibly can as you're discovering, you just sweat it out at a fantastic rate. Losing an hour is a symptom of dehydration and you'll adjust but drink drink, drink and then drink some more, on a regular basis. I understand the temptation but cycling throughout the day isn't a great idea - it's hottest between about 1 and 4, which is why everyone stops here and has a siesta. Yes, I am your auntie, so do as you're told and you'll be fine - the temperature will go down as you cycle north - it was 42 in Granada yesterday but then again I was only walking. Take it easy matey.
ReplyDeleteYou are doing super! I totally agree with your Aunt. Just keep pushing the fluids! And rest when needed. Your body is talking to you! We will all still be here in the end cheering you on. Bless you Wayne and all of your homeland people who have made this ride possible. We love you here in the states.
ReplyDeleteMarsha and Jeff