Just passed through Charleston, South Carolina. If you have never been there, it is very similar to New Orleans. I would like to include some pictures but I am once again at a public library so there is some difficulty in that department. I stayed with my aunt Patty and uncle Steve in nearby Summerville and had a blast for three days. I am noticing that the Saints don't bode well with my being on the road. I must return and bring some luck back to the Dome. Here is an article that appeared in the Charleston, SC newspaper:
http://www.charleston.net/news/2007/sep/26/new_orleans_bike_trip_makes_local_stop17137/
I pedalled south from Summerville to a small town called Kildare, GA. I met some folks at an antique shop who let me sleep in their poolhouse. They cooked me dinner and breakfast. It is always nice to get to know the people and the history of the area that you are passing through. I learned that the property had long ago been a turpentine farm. I had no idea turpentine came from trees. Ms. Caroline, one of my hosts, can never sit still. At the age of 73, she obtained a lifeguard certification so that she can run a summer camp to teach local children how to swim. She doesn't charge for the service. She makes trips into nearby Statesboro to continue her ongoing education in forestry. Pretty interesting folks.
I have noticed that each state has its own unique obstacles. The moment I arrived in Georgia, I think two lovebugs flew into my mouth within 40 minutes of passing across the border. Georgia - lovebugs. South Carolina - rain. North Carolina - headwind. Pennsylvania - hills. New Jersey - Newark.
The terrain is definitely changing as I go south. Live Oak trees covered in spanish moss are everywhere and the humidity is menacing. The heat gets a little worse by the day, but the daily change in latitude should come to an end in a few days. I turn to the west on Saturday afternoon when I get to Florida.
Anyone interested in riding the last leg with me, let me know. The more the merrier.
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Pearce, I LOVE reading your blog. I keep a smile on my face just thinking about all the wonderful people that have taken you in to their homes. They are lucky to be able to experience what a special person you are. Stay safe. Love, Mom
Wait until you get to LA to dine on some really tasty love bug cuisine.
Am attempting to have local newspaper in Mobile interview you if we go through there. I know we are debating staying south or going north through Mobile. Let me know what you think.
One week and you'll have my company. I can't wait.
I hope you're riding with clean pee, I would hate for your accomplishment to be tarnished by a doping scandal.
Good luck! Thanks for the updates, and enjoy the lovebugs. :-)
-Jess
Pearce:
I am friends with your Dad and know he is raring to go to meet up with you and ride into New Orleans. The cause is a good one and your blog interesting to follow. I sent a contribution in support of your ride and wish I could join up, however I am doing the MS Tour for Cure this weekend. Be safe and congrats on the ride.
Bill Schwartz
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