104 miles in one day…
Day three of #Ragbrai was a tough one.
Not only did we face a 20 MPH headwind most of the way, we opted to do the 23-mile “extra” loop! Yes. I know you’re probably thinking, “What the he–?”
After mile 80-something I was thinking the same thing.
No, really, it was an awesome challenge. I learned something HUGE that day.
I can go on, even when I want to quit.
It’s amazing the strength you find deep down when you’re really challenged. Ever notice that? My thoughts went to Penny who was–at the very moment I was biking–lying in a hospital bed, hooked up to chemo drugs. She would have given anything to be experiencing the pain I was instead of her cancer pain.
So, the 104-mile day was for Penny. Those who are struggling with cancer have to keep fighting on. Facing their mountains every single day. I faced mountains and discomfort for five days over Ragbrai–that’s nothing compared to what cancer patients face.
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In other news:
We have a winner for the $50 gift card giveaway Emma was running on the blog while I was gone.
Krista J. McLaughlin–congrats, you won!
Email me within 72 hours to claim your prize: LynnRush (at) lynnrush (dot) com
***AND***
We have another giveaway starting today!!
7 Comments
leeanna @ leeanna.me (@leaflette)
That is a great lesson to learn, and one that can be applied to all areas of life.
Such an amazing thing you and your hubby did!
Dawn McClure (@DawnMcClure)
That’s amazing Lynn!! I sure missed you while you were gone, though. Glad to see you had a great time and learned a few things along the way. 🙂 🙂
Hildie McQueen
very giving and rewarding thing to do Lynn. Good job!!
Brinda Berry (@Brinda_Berry)
I followed your adventure on Facebook! You have great determination and character. 🙂
Lynn Rush
Thanks, Brinda. I was amazed I’d be able to post. Most towns couldn’t handle all the new cell phone users and I could hardly get a signal. 🙂
Marta Szemik
What a great accomplishment for a wonderful cause! Congratulations!
Lynn Rush
Thanks, Marta. It was an amazing experience.