Hey Brian! I’m a little late to the party and am just learning of your cancelled journey. I’m so sorry! Can I just say that getting old sucks (but it’s better than the alternative…😅 Can I get an Amen?) Your tenacity and determination is nothing but inspiring. Please don’t give it a single thought that some would be disappointed “in” you. That would be impossible to feel. Many will feel disappointment alongside you as we know how important this bucket-list adventure meant to you, and our hearts ache with yours. I’m so thankful you have an amazing supportive and wise wife. What a blessing it is to have a partner who gets us and loves us through the good and the bad. Let me close with this: God’s got you and He’ll be faithful to complete all that He has begun in you. Sending you lots of love!
Your Twin Oaks alum and lifelong friend,
Mish-Mash

There was so much beautiful scenery. Many times I wished I had my good camera with me, but really couldn't afford the extra weight on this tour. Just iPhone pics, but thank you!

Thanks, Lorna. It was a real bummer but I plan to heal for a few weeks, make some changes to my bike setup and get back out there. Not cross-country, but the Pacific Coast Bike Route from Astoria to San Francisco.

Ah Brian, what a bummer. But look at all the beautiful country you got to see. The new friends you made. What memories you have to cherish. You did great.
Love to you, Lorna

The pictures are FANTASTIC!!!
Thank-you for taking the time to shoot and share.
Love you cousin.
Keep on truckin' and stay safe.
JennieLynn

Thank you Dan for your kind words. It’s a real bummer when our bodies give out before our motivation to continue.
Thanks for following along. It means a lot.

Brian

I'm sorry your trip ended the way it did and wish you a speedy recovery. I was enjoying your daily posts and can understand your disappointment. Last year I had to abandon my tour when a back issue forced me to call it quits early in my trip. I plan on giving it another go this summer and hope that you will be able to continue your trip sometime in the future.
Best of luck to you.
Dan

Thanks so much, Dave. Your comment means a lot. I wish you the very best on your trip! I too was beside myself with apprehension as I got closer to the departure date. You’re at a great age to give it a go! I pray you stay healthy and know it’s not all unicorns and rainbows! Man there are some challenges, but also so much beauty. I have to say, the other touring cyclists you will inevitably encounter are some of the best people you will ever meet.
Best of luck,
Brian

Brian
You are an inspiration. I retired two years ago and am starting the Transamerica on May 10th, also going east to west. Part excitement, part fear. I am not getting any younger so I am going to give it a try.
Dave

Forget the trip, it’s you we have to be so proud of. That’s the real accomplishment. For all who don’t know, this is my wonderful daughter.

Everyone is proud of you!! Plus now you get to be back with your family for Survivor night.

Yes

Haha! Yeah, she’s the best.

Your daughter seems really great!

It definitely looks nice over there.
Perhaps you've heard this before but have you tried rolling it?
The hip flexor along with your IT band along the thigh.
I hope you get to see a lot more beauty out there.
I'll be checking in here to follow along.