Hello from Bloomington, home of the Hoosiers and a little bit of sanity as we prepare for a day of building. Our ride through Indiana thus far has been very welcoming, very sunny, and very windy, but the good riding conditions were marred (for me) when my friend and riding buddy hit a pothole and was thrown from her bike. Having to take a friend to the ER was scary, but she was lucky enough (or unlucky enough) to have escaped with 11 stitches, 5 on her chin and 6 on her knee. So safety has been on the forefront of everyone's mind in the past couple of days, even though accidents like the one she was in were no fault of her own. Nevertheless, being extra careful has been the name of the game for me riding through Indiana.
On a happier note, we have passed through some beautiful and hilly countryside since I last was able to write, including some beautiful farmland and highlights like the world's largest basket (as predicted by my mother). I am fortunate enough to have my Mom and Grandma here to see me tonight so I will get to go to a REAL restaurant and have a meal where I don't feel like I have to gorge myself so that the 30 other hungry wolves that I'm riding with don't eat all my food. This being said, I will likely gorge myself anyway. How can I help it? The food is free and my Grandma brought apple pie.
Ah. And a final thought. To all of you Hoosiers. As I rode into Indiana, I took a picture next to the "Welcome to Indiana" state sign (obviously) and noted to my dismay that underneath the sign saying "Crossroads of America" the Indiana population had tacked on the phrase "Lincoln's boyhood home." The people of Indiana very well know that ILLINOIS is the land of Lincoln. Stop riding on our coattails.
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Yes, now that we are Illini, but formally Hoosiers, we hear about the Lincoln thing. Some people just can't be satisfied having the only president that lasted a month in office as their legacy. I'm guessing no pie from Grandmommie tomorrow, though. Can't have everything. She will give you a huge hug, though. By the way--huge potholes in downstate IL, too, because we are out of money, so watch out. Be careful and I'm sending lots of love.
I can't believe you've already made it that far across the country, that's really amazing. It's been nice to read your blog every once in a while. But where are these pictures you speak of? You should post them on your blog. Hope all is well, don't hit any potholes.
-Raffi
Hi Kate - Your fans are here for the 4th and here's what they say:
Katie Fee The other day my Mother used your line. "Val feels unsave"
while I was driving her to dinner.
Be Well,
Mr. S
Dear Kate, I love that you're doing this trip. I hope to follow your blog. Love, hugs, and prayers, from Beth, as in Anna's mom.
Hi Kate,
Happy 4th.! Your Grandmom said you looked terrific as you rode into town. How are the Clif bars holding up?
I think about often and I am proud of you.
Stay safe, stay hydrated, get rest, and we will enjoy hearing your adventures upon your return.
Loce, Cathy and Rick
Hey Miss Kate!!
You are amazing, taking on such an adventure! It must be awesome - you'll really know the country now!! I missed you at the parade today. They had an old-fashioned carriage drawn by four horses and I thought if it had been there when you and I were five years old we would have freaked! I am sorry that I won't get to see you this summer! If you're back before the middle of September (that's when I'm leaving) please give me a call so we can catch up. Otherwise I suppose we'll have to stay in touch via facebook, etc. Have an incredible time and don't work too hard. :)
Love, Anna
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