The weather was great with plenty of sunshine, cooler temperatures (70's and 80's most of the day), and NO headwind! It was wonderful to cruise along the 68 miles to our destination of Fort Stockton, TX.
We stopped at a Walmart for groceries and met Gerry in the checkout line (apparently he noticed our subtle biking attire). He asked about our trip. The next thing you know he was pulling into our campsite with co2 cartridges, a patch kit and an 8 pack of Gatorade. We had a great time talking with him. What a kind and generous soul!!
We enjoyed a great dinner at camp. As we were cleaning up, one of our RV neighbors stopped over to ask us about our trip. We had a great time talking with Dave as well.
West Texas is big and fairly desolate, but it's people are wonderful! Got to get to bed as tomorrow is another century ride. Praying for tailwinds!
Hi R2 (too bad you didn't name your kids something that started with a D because then we could call your family R2D2! :))
ReplyDeleteAnyway, we are so grateful you are doing well and have enjoyed reading your posts! Calvin and Anna were both born in West Texas, Lubbock, and we agree with you that they are some of the nicest people around!! :) Your experiences with strangers is so uplifting and it renews our faith in mankind. God puts people in our paths for a reason and He knows what He is doing!
Keep on truckin' and keep your eye on the prize...DQ!!
Love,
Greg, Paula, Calvin, Anna and Karl
Hope God sends more wonderful people your way.
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