Rescued

June 28, 2017

Was on the road at 5.30

Front light on.

Back flasher going.

Went through all the water bottles.

Let me be totally honest with whomever may be reading this blog.

I was scared today.

Frustrated.

Actually angry.

I saw the shoulder in a variety of ways today.

Non-existent.

Other times it was wide enough for a tight rope.

There were several stretches of road which would have been ideal for an upright, two wheel bike.

And to my pleasure, going up and over the pass, the shoulder was wonderfully kept.

What really scared me were some of the drivers.

Where there is no shoulder I am in the lane, as far to the right as is safe for me.

There were at least six times where I had to swerve off and down the small enbankment.

Before I started up the pass, I sat by the side of the road, next to an old trading post, trying to retrieve my courage.

My nerves.

These times today were the worst yet.

Whoever out there is praying for my safety, discernment and wisdom, keep it going!

It was nice to coast downhill for a bit after cresting the summit at 7264 feet.

Stopped in the driveway of a church and called Mark and Cyndi.

Needed a rescue mission.

So here I sit at Wendy's, waiting for Mark.

He is about an hour away.

And Art Hoag called me.

Most everyone is wondering where I am.

Flagstaff, Arizona.

I am safe.

Not sure about a sound body at the moment.

Pretty wiped out and a bit frazzled.

But so thankful for so many people keeping an eye out for me.

Not just an eye, but probably an ear as well.

Has the ride been hard at times?

Certainly.

I keep reminding myself that every mile ridden will help a bit more with missions in India and PNG.

Yes.

It is all worth the long days, tired legs, sore eyes.

Because all of it goes to glorify Jesus and show the power of His testimony in this life.

Shalom,

D.

Need to add to this post.

Mark arrived and as we were sitting at the table, there was a couple who walked in.

On their way to Albuquerque and eventually to Wisconsin for a reunion.

They noticed the recumbent and started asking questions.

Again, divine moments.

Believers in Christ.

Dale and Sharon thanks for your interest and your encouragement!

Continuing to find joy in so many unique areas of this trip and life.

Shalom,

D.