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Celebrating our 62nd Wedding Anniversary

Pedal to the next destination!

Knowing THE SINGLE thing 

Needing to be accomplished in a day,

Is probably my favorite things about a bike trip.

Pedal to the next destination!

Of course, within the day,

There is terrain, weather, road surface.

Embedded with bike community that evolves,

There is communication, relaying info,

Being aware of other riders.

I benefitted from vigilance of other riders.

“Where’s Lin”.

Following someone’s lead,

Having rider wait to be sure I made turn,

I got lots of help.

Here at home, people I love,

 Space to make day into what I want,

I miss the “Day’s Drill”.

It takes me some time to

Return fully.

I appreciate where I am & where I’ve been.

Lucky me!

Hugs,

Lin

“Limerick”

Home –loved ones with familiar voices,

Home — words that I hear are “rejoices”.

I’m grateful to be,

With folks who love me.

Each day, I must make many choices!

Peanut Butter and Jelly

Reliable energy, peanut butter sandwich

Having ridden 6 hours a day, for 21 days on my Terry Butterfly bike seat, I name it as “Great!

Lin Bruce
 

Lin McLaughlin Bruce uses stories of her cross-country bicycle adventures post age 60 to inspire and encourage people to reach beyond perceived limitations. In her words, "It's never too late to say 'yes' to bigger things!"

Perrilee - September 2, 2021

Thanks for sharing your ride. So much joy and enthusiasm even when it means packing it for the day.
Getting in out of the rain or not making the turn.

Glad you are home; safe and sound planning the next adventure.

Perrilee

Muriel Hachfeld - September 2, 2021

I admire you for the dedication you have to bike-riding!

Muriel

    Lin Bruce - September 3, 2021

    Thank you, Muriel! It has been a boon in my life since I turned 60. 🙂

Beverly Colgin Collier - September 2, 2021

You did it!! Know this was not an easy one–none of these rides are “easy”, but could tell you were working really hard on this one. WOW . . . so glad you got out of that area before the rain, tornadoes hit!!

I have loved “riding” along with you and have enjoyed all the historical points of interest–from the Erie Canal to each ice cream and pie destination!! All the photos have been so wonderful.

What a super team you rode with on this trip. It does, indeed, “take a village” to accomplish many goals in our lives.

Welcome home! I am so very proud of you and consider it an honor that we “grew up” together–from grade school and onward! Sending you my heartfelt love and congratulations on “Mission Accomplished”!! One pedal at a time! xoxoxoxoxoxo
Beverly COLGIN Joder Collier, Tucson, AZ (the old Pueblo)

    Lin Bruce - September 3, 2021

    The pleasure is mine, Beverly! So very grateful to count you, who have known me so long, among my readers!

Judy Anderson - September 2, 2021

WELCOME HOME!! LOVE YOU !!

D Foxgrover - September 2, 2021

First – welcome home! it’s so good to see you and Bob together!

Second – congratulations! What a fantastic trip you’ve just completed. I loved reading about (and seeing) your adventures with your companions in the East.

Third – thank you for your continuing words of wisdom:

“Knowing the single thing
Needing to be accomplished in a day …”

Such a light you shine, Lin! I’m so lucky to be a part of your circle of influence.

Best wishes for health and happiness to you and your whole family!

Carl Johnson - September 3, 2021

Wonderful to read of your adventures and have you back among us!

You really are an inspiration.

Thanks for sharing your stories!

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