Nearly every expletive known to man (& Bob & Kev) was used when trying to navigate out of Edinburgh. Up until now I thought I had a good sense of direction- but Edinburgh
Proved me wrong, obviously the city planners & cycle route markers had a few wee drams too many when planning routes & placing relevant signage.
The mental stress of Edinburgh combined with physical stress of covering the 122 km's to Brampton has aged me a few years- I mean I'm meant to be supporting Monika but who's supporting me?
Monika has done exceptionally well through all of this including listening to my tirades that seem thankfully to be occurring less frequently.
Today though made it worth while, sun-an easy pace, no winds & magnificent scenery. I could almost forget that the only part of me not currently hurting is my ...... Scrub that, it all hurts!
Thankfully a rest day is on the horizon - maybe a pint or two & an opportunity to marvel at what Monika is achieving!
In June 2011 I will bike over 2000km's unsupported from John O'Groats to Lands End UK ! My motivation is simple i.e. 1) To undertake a life challenge that is physically and spiritually rewarding 2) Raise funds to help 2 worthy local OZ causes - Painting with Parkinsons & a local 10 year old girl with Autism named Maleah 3) Promote awareness and support for Parkinsons UK ! Any support is greatly welcomed. I hope my journey inspires others !
3 comments:
Mike, My Friend,
You have been and are the rock of team Litchfield, unlike that dwarf Italian Bonnie Prince Charlie
on a pony, you came to Scotland and conquered, won the battle, and have enjoyed your first English rest day. We must pay tribute to Monika and her stubborn will to keep going no matter what the elements throw her way. I know the two of you will (unlike the dwarf) go down in history as the family who come, endured and conquered.Mike I thought you deserved some praise.
Love your style, onwards and downwards.
Mick
Hi monika & micheal
Just finished Reading your lastest blog. Keep up the hard work. I know with your sheer determention you will reach
Lands End. We are all of you both. Keep safe love Rita
Hi Mon & Mike,
I just read your posting for Day11 Brampton to kirkby Stephens again, and got a hunger for fish & chips in the paper. Mon your comment to Anne and I regarding its a pleasure to do the ride for us, don't be so Bl---y silly, the way your suffering luv we are most humble and wait and read in amazement of your adventure,one can hardly refer to it as a holiday or your casual bike ride, what you are doing makes ypu and Mike ones of a special kind,having mentioned his name, how yer goin Rock. Glad to here the English Weather as been kind to you so far. Remember onwards and downwards you will be in Wales before you know it.
Luv Yer Mon & Mike,
Mick
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