May 29 posted from Topeka, KS

 Really a pretty much perfect day.   Got a kiss from Jill to get out the door.   68 miles, wind sometimes gently helped and sometimes gently hindered, but couldn't ask for anything better.   Beautiful part of the country.   If I didn't know, could easily be in MN or in WI.  GENTLY curving great roads, some hills but nothing steep.  2450 of elevation gained vs 2700 of down.


Saw buffalo, and lots of nice scenery.






Hit a cafe in the pretty much middle of nowhere for pie and ice cream.  A. Crossroads tradition.

Do to snafu with the hotel, had to wait 2 1/2 hours for room.   No food to eat nearby.   At 6, Greg and I had pizza delivered from godfather's pizza.   Hit the spot.   Since breakfast is at 6:30 tomorrow and we leave at 7, I'll be eating cold pizza for breakfast!    Not being able to eat a relaxed breakfast really does suck, when one considers that there is no real lunch either.   Just snacky stuff.




We've come a long way baby

We've come a long way baby!

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  1. Jeff BeierMay 29, 2024 at 7:10 PM

    Jeff, good to hear that you have had a couple good days. Certain that Jill's visit was a huge help. Subway and Applebee's...no expense spared for dinner! Look forward to seeing you in Marysville OH. Enjoy the ride. Jeff & Pam Beier

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