Sorry I have no pics today! Long and difficult day in saddle. Today was personal challenge day and I won! Day started at 5:30 and ended at 5:30. Almost 10 hours of riding time but most of the hills were before noon. Over 90 miles today. Getting to be a habit but what else do I have to do all day? Ride, eat, sleep, and repeat! I am surprised my body is holding up but it is. Bill, not sure who would want a motivatonal talk from an old man on a bike. I don't even know why I'm doing this sometimes, but I know if it motivates anyone then I feel good about that. Honestly, some days this is so very hard and it is difficult in the mornings to get up and keep going at times, but I do think how fortunate I am that God has given me the strength and abilty to do it. Many people would love to have what I have. The most difficult emotional thing I deal with daily are the little animals I see along the road. Today I saw a little fawn. Tore me up! I pray a lot about things but never for me. If I am doing any suffering it's by choice. Many people and animals don't have that choice. I don't consider myslef a hero. That's a title that belongs to those who sacrifice for others. Today I had a bike issue. Chain link froze so had to stop and fix that. Not a major problem. Tonight I am camping in Cascade, Iowa city park. Pool and showers are free. I don't have energy to swim, but might make it to the shower. Maybe! Hey, i need a haircut! Can you imagine that one? Please know that I am doing ok and will be home in time for Christmas! Miss you all!