from my morning readings... THE LANTERN AND THE WILDFLOWER by Kaitlin Curtice If only I could give you the gift of Adventure. If only I could box her up for you, That big red bow on top, glimmering. But this cannot be. Adventure is not given or earned. She is a breath that is prayed, … Continue reading July 15, 2021 …one last thought… →

Final Trip Summary Attached is the dropbox link to a 20 minute slideshow of the ride if you're interested: https://www.dropbox.com/s/n3lvglup8jk3uuq/2021%20ECG%20Slideshow.m4v?dl=0 I am also attaching the link to a recording I made of the circadas humming accompanied by singing birds as I rode the York Heritage Rail Trail as referenced in the June 24 blog entry: … Continue reading July 10, 2021 Post-Ride Update and Reflections →

Trip Summary I left Ashland for the final 23 miles to Richmond to end the ride. I felt happy and reflective as I took my time on rural roads similar to many I have ridden in the last month. Savored each mile and scene as I sense this is likely my last long distance self-contained … Continue reading July 1, 2021 Ashland, VA —> Richmond, VA – 23 miles →