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I didn't realize there were fake ones... November 11, 2008Leave a comment ;)
I know it is really a sandwich, but who would make a fake Cuban sandwich? I don't know why this stuff catches my attention, but it sure brightens my day. Erin and I got an early start just after the sunrise. The hotel was positioned at just the right spot on our ride. Not too far, not too short. But in quality, it comes in a close second to the hotel I stayed in way, way back in Washington State. Remember, the one with the fleas in the tub, no air conditioning and no curtains on the windows? Well, this one at least had AC, no fleas, and curtains, but the bathroom looked like someone had a temper tantrum and took out the door to the cabinet below the sink. If you turned the water on to the shower after flushing the toilet, the water dribbled slowly from the shower-head until the toilet was full. Then and only then did the water start to flow. Hmmmm... At least the shower had brightly colored tile that dated from the 1960's. Oh yeah, the AC unit was held in the window by tape! The ride down Hwy 27 was interesting. Nice wide shoulder, but not much traffic. That flies in the face of my Truck Traffic = 1/shoulder width equation from Alabama. The wind started to become an issue as the day wore on. We stopped in Perry and enjoyed a fine lunch at the Main Street Café. We started off with an ambitious plan to pedal to a campground about 97 miles to the east, but ended up finding a hotel in the little town of Branford, saving about 7 miles in the process. The country is sparsely populated between Perry and Branford. We came across a couple of small towns, at one point finding a rather expensive chocolate milkshake in the process. Keeping the law of supply and demand in check, even in rural Florida. Planted pine forests covered most of the countryside. Seeing the trees in even rows is an interesting sight. Along the way we came across a forest service fire lookout post. The wind became quite annoying as the afternoon wore on. Erin and I traded leads, making for a nice windbreak and a chance to rest. At one point we passed a Florida Correctional Facility (prison) and shortly thereafter came across a sign for Convict Spring. Nice that the state provides directions to the escape facility as well! ;o) Just prior to Branford we crossed the Suwannee River (namesake for the song?). Nice and inviting river, but a big sign on the bridge warns people to not jump from the bridge. Tomorrow we will head towards Gainesville and then south toward Ocala. From there we will head east through the Ocala National Forest and pick up the road south toward Titusville. Unfortunately, the winds are forecast to be right off our noses for a good portion of the ride, ten to twenty miles per hour. Oh joy! For today's math tidbit, do you know how much liquid you are allowed to take on an airplane in your carry on luggage? I believe it is 100ml per container. Any idea how many ounces that would be? What is another metric equivalent of ml? Think volume! 100ml = 100 xx? The reason I ask is that I had to purchase some toothpaste yesterday and I was trying to find one just the right size so I wouldn't have to buy something smaller than I need (which usually costs more per ounce). More Images: ;)
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Nov 11, 2008 8:26 pm - Rhonda M. wrote : My classes are going to be sad to see this adventure end. We have enjoyed seeing this beautiful country through your eyes along with the entertaining commentary...thanks for the tour! We are glad that things are working together to help you reach your goal of reaching the shuttle in time. Would you post that day too? Take care and when you are back in town would you drop in and see us? Again, I want to thank you for encouraging young people to believe in themselves and to dream big dreams! Thanks and take care! R.
Nov 11, 2008 8:15 pm - Bob Williams wrote : I have been enjoying your summary of travels but it looks like you are ready to be finished. If hotels are not now satisfying, perhaps we need to bring back the tent and sleeping bag. Have a safe trip. The glass is half full. Jealously yours, BW Add a comment: |
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Hi John, On Thursday morning I am taking a bike ride across the state Florida . Looking at your postion, I think that maybe I will be passing you in the opposite direction . At sunrise, I will leave Ormond Beach and head west on 40. You didn't specifically say you will be taking 40 east but I am hoping that is what you plan. It will be a big thrill and honor if I get to see you! Keep your eyes open for me! Best to you on the tail end of your journey. And one of us will have the wind at our back! Thanks for sharing your trip and thoughts, I've enjoyed the read!