May 26, 2025
Day 5 - Narrow Road
“Rather train yourself for godliness; for while bodily training is of some value, godliness is of value in every way, as it holds promise for the present life and also for the life to come.” 1 Timothy 4:8
I went to bed last night and was probably the lowest point I’ve been on this trip. Doing this is hard because the whole time I leave. I leave towns, states, people, and yesterday as Jacob left, I was sad. I was back to being alone. Biking takes away a lot of that loneliness as it gives me something to do but I think it was a good wake up call last night to remember that God is always with me. So as I began today, I was excited for the day. Excited to ride my bike again. I got moving really fast and was out of camp in about 20 minutes. Stopped at McDonald’s for a large breakfast of 3 breakfast sandwiches and got moving after that. The morning was chill and a little windy but more of a cross wind. I called my parents and kept a nice pace going. I honestly don’t remember much. I went through some small towns and saw a parade about to start. I debated going and watching. Around 65 it got more windy as the trees become more sparse and Luke called which was a great break from thinking about the miles and wind. A few miles later Shea called and it was so good to remember all the things God has already taught me. I finally got to talk to Sarah Jane lol and it was at a pretty low point in the day where my stomach hurt. She talked a lot of the time which was so good to not hear my thoughts. She even gave me some advice and that seemed to help resolve a lot of my stomach pain. Mimi and Papa called and that was such a joy to talk to them. I am so grateful for all those that keep me motivated day after day and there are so many people. Got to talk to Caleb and then my mom as I crossed into North Dakota!! Dad called about adjusting my plans and slowing down as I am far ahead of schedule. It was good to talk with both my parents about the options and the benefits of doing both. I think I may try and do 120-140 for the next 10 days or so. US highway 2 which I’ll be on for another ~1000 miles lost its shoulder. It’s pretty scary to be riding in a lane with cars going 70+ past you. I’m not sure what tomorrow will look like but I am praying the shoulder comes back. I hopped on a gravel road for the last 8 miles to get off the highway and in some ways it was worse. We’ll see what tomorrow holds. But please pray for my safety until it comes back. I’m at a state park for the night but I couldn’t figure out how to pay. Oh and I got Hardee’s for a late afternoon snack. So good. Thanks Ainsley. Called Ben and hopefully heading to bed a bit earlier tonight. Excited for what tomorrow will hold!
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Today's ride: 145 miles (233 km)
Total: 771 miles (1,241 km)
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