Got goosebumps today its so cold!! Ha ha ha AND I’m totally lost!! Hurrah!! Glorious day and sights today!!
Posted by Linda Patterson on the run!!
July, 2011
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Cool Weather
July 24, 2011 by Linda Lee Patterson
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rolling!!
July 24, 2011 by Linda Lee Patterson
I don’t remember what day it is or how many days I’ve been at this!! I’m rolling out of Milwaukee today with mixed feelings. It was great to be with friends and I’m going to miss them so very much. It is also great to be throwing my leg over!! The sky is very dark and for sure its gonna storm!! Today I will wear my rain suit not my leathers. I really miss all those I love back home and I miss chatting with the women I mentor!! I wonder how things are going in their lives and I’m happy they are getting along!! It’s been difficult with the time change to connect via telephone. I want to tell them all I love and miss you and I couldn’t be out here if it wasn’t for you. You all push me to be more!!
Posted by Linda Patterson on the run!!
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Pretty Woman
July 23, 2011 by Linda Lee Patterson
I was falling asleep again so I pulled in to a gas truck stop on the turnpike. I bought myself a banana and a Vitamin water drink. The heat was intense, I laid my head down on the table and fell asleep right away. 15 minutes later I woke up refreshed and ready to ride!!
I walked toward my Dragon Slayer and started checking her load. I was stalling getting back on her as the heat was beating down. A tow truck pulled into the lot and I looked at the large white cab and thought, “I could be in that cab in the cool.” A movement from my right caught my eye and I quickly turned my head. This woman was sprinting across the parking lot waving her arms frantically at the tow truck. She was dressed in white shorts with pretty sandals and a cool tank top. I thought her car must have broke down and I felt bad for her.
The lady walked up to me and said, “Excuse me, can I ask you something?” I smiled at her, her blonde hair was beautifully done and she had a sweet pretty face. “You and I are about the same size. What kind of bike is that? Is it like in the low rider family?”, she asked. I looked her over and she was right. We were almost exactly the same size and build. “She’s a Screaming Eagle Fat Boy. She’s the lowest bike I’ve ever known. You can get any bike lowered but she comes this low.”
I could feel the joy radiating off her. I thought to myself, “This woman is a rider, she just doesn’t know it yet. She was willing to ask about Dragon Slayer and her car was broken down!! I smiled at her, “Would you like to sit on her?” “Really, are you serious?” The look of surprise was so wonderful to watch.
I held my hand out and she placed her petite hand in mine. My fingers were purple from the dye of my gloves and her nails were beautifully manicured. Funny thing was, I didn’t feel inadequate in the slightest!! That is one of the changes from the Journey!! Her naked leg swung over the saddle and her perfect white shorts settled into the saddle.
Her whole being lit up!! I knew she was a rider!! “Oh my, this is perfect!!” Her excitement was catching and we both looked at each other with big grins that lit up the whole Turnpike!!
She got off and with one final longing look at my Dragon Slayer, she skipped to the other side of the parking lot where the tow driver was waiting!!
Another ripple that I got to see!!
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OH MY GOSH!!!!!!!!
July 22, 2011 by Linda Lee Patterson
I AM HERE!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by Linda Patterson on the run!!
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Jacket
July 22, 2011 by Linda Lee Patterson
I think I must have fallen asleep, died and I’m riding in heaven!! The temperature has dropped!! I do believe it will rain again!! I will stop and lay in the grass if it does!! I might even roll around in the mud until I am as dirty as a pig!!
I am ONLY 100 miles East of Chicago!! My Dragon Slayer is eating the miles!! I don’t feel tired, so it must be the heat that slows me down.
I could cry with gratitude today!! I’ve done more then 3500 miles!! I’ve ridden from west coast to east coast!! I’ve cried and laughed, sang and waved at people!!
I’ve overcome some fears and I’m LIVING LIFE OUT LOUD!!
I love you and miss you all that are important to me!!Posted by Linda Patterson on the run!!
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Milwaukee
July 22, 2011 by Linda Lee Patterson
Headed to Milwaukee today!! Sad we didn’t make our goal for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Milwaukee although I know I have tried hard!! Grateful for all who contributed!!
Sometimes Journey to Change would become about something else entirely. I wonder what that’s about?? I’ve grown and changed so far and I’m only one week in!! Feels like a life time so far!! The people have been incredible and I know they have impacted my life as I have impacted theirs. Hoping to write more tomorrow about this as I will be down again another day!!
I do believe my Dragon Slayer is calling my name. We have fallen into a pattern of riding. I’m doing so much better and the miles roll along!! I still hit a wall around 3 pm and have to stop and take a 15 min nap. I think if I was off the interstates or not so hot I would do better. The roads hypnotize me.
Let’s roll my Dragon Slayer!!
Posted by Linda Patterson on the run!!
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Down Day to Rest
July 21, 2011 by Linda Lee Patterson
Wanted to have a complete down day yesterday although that’s not what happen. I had to stop and sleep for the night as I just couldn’t ride any longer. The heat is really getting to me and I get so sleepy about 3 pm and I have to stop and rest for 15 min before I can push on.
When I arrived at Joey’s, he had signs in the front yard welcoming me!! It was so fun to see!! He was a great host and had a meal all ready!!
I lost one of my small cosmetic bags along the way and Joey took me to the store to replace the items. We were laughing and carrying on and Joey mentioned that I rode out on a motorcycle to this man that was standing there. We all started chatting and Joey gave the guy one of my business cards. As we were pulling out of the parking spot, the man came running out of the store waving his arms wildly. I rolled down the window and he asked if he could donate to the Journey!! WOW!!
I took a nap when we returned from the store and I dreamed for this first time on this trip. When I woke up, I felt refreshed and ready to go!! I got dressed up in that dress and heels and we went out. We met friends and had a great time!!
I laid my head down that night with a full tummy and a full heart!!
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OHIO
July 21, 2011 by Linda Lee Patterson
Crossed over into Ohio!! Hoping to make Toledo tonight… We shall see… Heat is making it harder although so many gifts on the road!!
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Slight change in Plans
July 21, 2011 by Linda Lee Patterson
Leaving Philly… Had to make a small adjustment to my route. My body is determining what I can do. I will go to Toledo, not Erie tonight. Looking forward to sharing all that has happened!! Being with friends was nice and welcomed!!
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