We are coming to you live from a campground just outside of Greenville, Illinois. We left the cozy comfort of Beth's house this morning and began once again toward our goal of the Atlantic Ocean. The ride started a little bit sketchy as we had to travel on a 4 lane highway with on and off ramps to cross the Missouri and then the Mighty Mississippi rivers. Once over the Mississippi we entered our 8th state and the closest one to our home, Illinois. Today's ride was especially awesome because Kate and Rob, Joey's mom and step dad, are with us for two days and will be riding with us. Today Rob started out with us while Kate drove the car to find us a place to stay. Once at our destination she got on her bike and met up with us on the road. Little did she know that we were gonna go real fast and therefore she was only going to be able to ride 10 miles with us instead of the 40 or 50 she wanted to. We went so fast because since we have a car again for a few days we don't have to carry anything on our bikes, and also Rob likes to go fast and in the words of Kate, "He does it all for the workout." The ride was good with a strong tailwind and mostly flat terrain. We conquered 65 miles in a little over 4 hours. Once at our campsite we had a delectable lunch of ham and turkey sandwiches with some real Wisconsin cheese. Then we got in the pool and did some low gravity stretches. Just so you know it is still very hot. It seems to always be hot and never not hot. Did I mention that it is hot. In two days we will be out of Illinois and into Indiana and three days after that we will be in Ohio. Our approximate route is the background of the blog but here is where we will be going. From here, Greenville, Illinois, to Indianapolis, to Columbus Ohio, to Cleveland Ohio, around Lake Erie to Niagara Falls, along Lake Ontario, across New York State, into Vermont, into Massachusettes, to Boston, then up to Portland, Maine. So if you are on or near that route and would like for us to visit you or stay with you just post a comment and we will get back to you. And as always remember to spread the word and donate all your money to the Arthritis Foundation!
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Yes, it was hot. Once Rob and I hit Wisconsin on our return ride the temperature gauge in the car said 72 degrees! Don't worry boys, the heat should be settling down soon for you. It was great to ride with you for the last two days, once again, I was sad to leave. Keep up the great inspirational work you are doing, and as always...I AM SO ROUD OF YOU! Mom:)
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