I met up with my father a few days ago in Defuniak Springs, Florida. It has been a great time since as I have had some travel companionship for the last few days. While riding into Pensacola, he hit an orange construction barrel while going 18 mph and had asphalt for lunch that day. Picture number 1 is but one of his injuries from the spill. After busting out the first aid kit, we got him all bandaged up and pressed on to Pensacola. They don't call him Ronstoppable for nothing.
That evening after watching the Saints lose again, we spent the evening with my good friends Trevor and Cathy. After acting a fool for a night in P'Cola, we made our way to Dauphin Island just south of Alabama. It was another relaxing evening... but now the backdrop is beginning to look familiar. I recognize these places now. I realize that I don't much need a map anymore.
We are in Ocean Springs, MS right now and look to make it to Waveland tomorrow where we will meet with my best friend Baxter and my brother Andrew. The last night on the road, the last night in a hammock for awhile, the last night I might go without a shower after pedalling all day. I will miss it, but I am looking forward to going to sleep with the thought in my mind that I won't have to wake up and leave that amazing place I have found myself in that day. And that amazing place will be New Orleans.
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Go, Pearce, Go!!! You're almost here!! We can't wait 'til you get here. The weather is supposed to cooperate and be beautiful.
Love, Penny
Ron,
Didn't I tell you to keep the tires on the ground and your body on the bike? Once again, you've failed to heed my advice.
Pearce,
Keep an eye on the old man.
I'm with you both.
Phil
Pearce,
I've loved taking this journey with you. Can't wait to read the book that I hope you'll write about this amazing experience.
Wish I could see you arrive home. We're with you in spirit!
Dorrie and Jeffrey
Pearce, can't wait until tomorrow afternoon when you pedal into Jackson Square - we are soooooo proud of you!!!!!! Love, Mom & Fred
Wish we could be there when you get to NOLA. Thanks for letting all of us be a part of your journey. We have enjoyed every story you have written. If you do a book, will we be in it???
-The Mayeuxs
Hi Pearce,
We are so proud of you and can't wait for you to be in New Orleans. We wish we could be there to welcome you home. We are so proud of you!! Thanks for staying with us on your way home. Congratulations.
Love, Lynn and Chuck
Hope you've got the extra smooth shocks mounted for those exquisite LA roads. Here's to the wind at your back and a downhill coast into the Crescent City.
The Godfather
Pearce and Ron,
Rick and I (friends of your Uncle Mart) are so proud of you! Wish we could be there when you bike into NO... But I really think you should write a book too
Love Rick and Cat
It's killing me that I'm not there to see your arrival. What a great time that will be had by all. Have fun and, more importantly, congratulations!!
Re the book, you should sincerely consider this, Pearce. The blip about the Baptist church alone is worthy of relaying to the public! What a fantastic story of dedication, perseverance, and true will. Your journey is a reminder to the federal, state, and local governments that New Orleanians are passionate, unbreakable people. Your travels exemplify this unique spirit. New Orleans will come back...
Kel
I read Chris Rose's article in the "Times Pick Your Nose" about your adventure and I was very impressed. I sent the article and the link to your blog off to the Young clan and my friends, to whom I bragged about knowing you.
Haven't seen you or Ron or Vicki in a while and I am glad all are doing well.
Keep the adventures coming. We will live vicariously through you.
Dave & Karen Young
PS- Our Chris is back in Baghdad till July. Third and last time. He is set to marry Becky in March 2009. Hope the Grieshaber clan can make it.
Pearce!
My mom called me yesterday after reading the Chris Rose article. I loved reading about your journey. I think it's amazing what you did. I'd love to hear from you sometime. My e-mail is kikuj@msn.com. Drop me a line! Alek & I are living in Antigua now, so come for a visit any time. Hope to hear from you soon. Take care!
Kiku
I am a New Orleanian living in exile and I cried while reading your blog (I miss my city so much it hurts). Congratulations on your cross country bicycle journey home. I'll have to live vicariously through free spirits such as yourself, as I am tied down to this earth in ways that won't allow me to take such a glorious adventure. Keep pedaling and never lose your love for life! Welcome home (wish I could be there).
jet
Pearce,
Good stuff. I write a weekly column about New Orleans at post-katrinaneworleans.blogspot.com
Can I meet you for coffee and write about the journey? Your uncle was so right, many people wake up and wish they'd done things like you.
541.514.0587
rxfogarty@yahoo.com
Robert X. Fogarty
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