Monday June 20 ~ Ride Day 6
The weather was remarkably cooler today (78*?). I notice that my energy level is much higher, the air much cooler, and of course, I'm much happier without thoughts of stopping by the side of the road underneath a large shady tree and sleeping. hehe. The humidity is less, as well. Yesterday, my jersey and the top of my shorts were soaked as if I had drank a glass of water and missed my mouth.
Our second flat tire of the day happened just shortly after I changed Ibn's. Houston had his tire changed twice. The second one Marshall did it on generosity.
SnR Cyclists stopped for lunch in Amory, MS and met mayor Boozer who greeted them on the lawn of the courtyard park in from of town hall. After lunch, the Cyclists cycled through tornado devastated Smithville, MS. The story of one man who was the only one on his block to survive was stirring and troubling. He had burns down both his arms to his fingertips. Another couple told a similar story of survival and being blessed. We offered any support we could give but at this point, all was taken care of by other emergency organizations. Our visit was appreciated. The Youth Cyclists were moved by the stories.
Natchez Trace is where we are on this day for our "safe house". We are now using map #2. Taking time to see historical landmarks. Visited Brice's Crossroads where African American soldiers defended and lay cover fire while their Union army of 8000 retreated to safety across a very small brigade. We also visited the graveyard of confederate soldiers and took note of the dates on several gravestones.
That night, after we showered, we were caught in a sudden rain storm. By the time I pitched the tent and it contained a half gallon of water the rain had stopped.
The weather was remarkably cooler today (78*?). I notice that my energy level is much higher, the air much cooler, and of course, I'm much happier without thoughts of stopping by the side of the road underneath a large shady tree and sleeping. hehe. The humidity is less, as well. Yesterday, my jersey and the top of my shorts were soaked as if I had drank a glass of water and missed my mouth.
Our second flat tire of the day happened just shortly after I changed Ibn's. Houston had his tire changed twice. The second one Marshall did it on generosity.
SnR Cyclists stopped for lunch in Amory, MS and met mayor Boozer who greeted them on the lawn of the courtyard park in from of town hall. After lunch, the Cyclists cycled through tornado devastated Smithville, MS. The story of one man who was the only one on his block to survive was stirring and troubling. He had burns down both his arms to his fingertips. Another couple told a similar story of survival and being blessed. We offered any support we could give but at this point, all was taken care of by other emergency organizations. Our visit was appreciated. The Youth Cyclists were moved by the stories.
Natchez Trace is where we are on this day for our "safe house". We are now using map #2. Taking time to see historical landmarks. Visited Brice's Crossroads where African American soldiers defended and lay cover fire while their Union army of 8000 retreated to safety across a very small brigade. We also visited the graveyard of confederate soldiers and took note of the dates on several gravestones.
That night, after we showered, we were caught in a sudden rain storm. By the time I pitched the tent and it contained a half gallon of water the rain had stopped.
Spoke 'n Revolutions Youth Cycling UGRR Tour 2011 ~ Visit the nation's National Parks. Let's Move Outside!
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