History Day - Heading South For a Promise of A Warmer Winter - CycleBlaze

April 29, 2019

History Day

Smithfield to Williamsburg

Riding into Smithfield this morning.
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Beautiful homes.
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Had to stop and take a few shots.
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Then we headed out into the country and didn't see a soul for several miles!
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Still swampy
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Pretty gardens
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Beautiful farms
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Buttercups
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Forest
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Perfect riding today. we even had a few hills
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Rode through Chippokes Plantation State Park.
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Displays in the park depicted life in the 1700 and 1800s
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This bunny was very friendly. He came right out when I asked if I could take his picture.
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Stevie got these two characters.
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Ferry ride to Jamestown, VA
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Glass blowing in the Jamestown Settlement area.
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Lots of historical signs to read.
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We started out on the Virginia Capitol Trail. It will take us all the way to Richmond which is 50 miles up the road.
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So far it is a great path.
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Debra, Camilla, Lynn and Woolley are our warmshowers hosts tonight in Williamsburg.
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We are right on the James River. Chili and cornbread are smelling up the kitchen! Gotta go check on the laundry!
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Today's ride: 38 miles (61 km)
Total: 7,099 miles (11,425 km)

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Marvin PaxmanWow that was a beautiful day with such beautiful homes and surroundings. Really enjoyed the pictures!
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Janet Anspach-RickeyTo Marvin PaxmanThanks Marvin!
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