On May 16, 2009 I rode my bike 56 miles from Portsmouth, NH to Ogunquit, ME. I was joined by my friends Casey and Lauren, and Lauren's Aunt Kathy. The ride was beautiful. We were surrounded by beautiful homes and scenery and the coasts of NH and ME. The weather started out cool and cloudy, but with a promise of clearing. The forecast said it would be in the high 60's. Ha! The coastal portions of the ride felt like winter! The wind was whipping and we were freezing. At the 49 mile mark, at the Nubble Lighthouse in York, ME, I wasn't sure I could go any further. With 7 miles to go, I was questioning my decision to ride 56 miles. But, with encouragement from my teammates and the sheer will to finish, I got back on my bike and finished the ride. My kids were there to cheer me into the finish line and I felt wonderful! Thank you everyone for your donations, encouragement and support. I'm looking forward to next year's ride.
Sounds like fun, despite the cold. Congratulations!!
ReplyDeleteCongrats Amanda! I sure wish I was in shape right now :)
ReplyDeleteWe just got a little trailer to pull the twins behind our bike... we shall see how it works! I think it will be fun.
Congratulations, Amanda. I am so very proud of you. Your efforts will go to help others with breathing difficulties. My Mom lost her battle on Friday, May 22, 2009. I hope to join you in the future in raising funds to continue to help other families. Again, I thank you for your courage and your stamina to finish the ride! Love you, Jan
ReplyDeleteI am still amazed! You are an inspiration Amanda!
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