Daddy is away on RAGBRAI this week. Mommy says that he's biking across the entire state of Iowa, from Missouri River to Mississippi River. It is awfully hot and bright out there, so I hope he's wearing plenty of sunscreen. Uncle Mike is with him, helping drive the RV support vehicle, so they can drag the comforts of home with them from town to town.Daddy called this morning with an update of his ride. Although the first two days were slowed by a bad headwind, yesterday's ride was smooth sailing and they really layed down some serious miles. He's biking along with only 15,000 of his closest friends, so I know he's not lonely on the route. Lance Armstong and his biking team is out there as well, but daddy says they're so fast that he only gets a glimpse as they shoot by.
The best thing about RAGBRAI is the amazing sense of community and neighborly friendliness that every little town along the way shares with the riders. The entire town turns out at the stops, cooking sweet corn, pulled pork, and fresh pie. They offer water, bathroom, or just a shady spot on their lawn. The towns have themes for their stops. Eagle Grove put on a circus. Laurens put on a luau. Daddy was taking a nap on someone's front lawn when the little girl (older than me!) who lived there came out and handed him a popsicle! It is so wonderful!
After the day's ride, while they are resting in camp, daddy has been making short work of the final Harry Potter book. Many folks on the ride are doing the same thing! Daddy promises me that he'll read me the whole series when I am a little older. At least I don't have to wait as long between books as those reading today did!
Daddy's halfway done, and I hope I can get to see him on the route on Friday, when the ride gets its closest to Iowa City.
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I was waiting to hear about the big ride! It sounds like your Daddy and your Uncle Mike are having a wonderful time. Ada loves the new picture! Enjoy your adventure in the RV :)
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