Northern MN: Day 1

First third of day riding Paul Bunyan Trail.
Off road trail biking definitely my favorite!

Highways were fine:
Courteous drivers,
Some shoulder.
Last 15 miles Hwy 200 W
Big wide shoulder space,
Easy, breezy.

Lunch was in Lake George's only cafe.
Had "for sale" sign if you're seeking new career!
Waitress & cook willing to research ingredients,
Be safe for gluten-free.

Arrived State Park about 1:30pm.
No check in for lodging until 4pm.
We sat in big Visitor Center,
Comfy, cushy chairs.
I took a nap.
(Favorite any day, special bonus biking.)

Walked little trail to "Old Timer's Cabin,"
Built by CCC out of biggest logs I've seen!

Now we are waiting.
You may know that I don't
Wait well, patiently, or with good humor.
Grumble, grumble.

Soon I'll go get in line to check in.
Then get in line for evening meal.
Then, truly ....

I will pay attention to this day's
Excellent weather,
Beautiful views,
Well-functioning bicycle,
Loving trip companion.

All well.

Hugs,
Lin

Limerick:

I'm challenged when it comes to waiting,
I find the whole thing rather grating.
Will I learn to smile?
Chill out for a while?
To grump can be de-bil-i-tat-ing!

Early am, Leech Lake. Cloud cover but no rain!

CCC big log construction—"Old Timer's Cabin"—Lake Itasca State Park