Parting Thoughts

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My thoughts riding into Vancouver? Mmm, good question. Am I relieved to be done? Not exactly; if I had the financial resources I would have been more than happy to head south until there was no more road to ride. If winter was not upon us in Canada I would have been happy to start riding east. But Vancouver seems as good as an ending destination then anywhere so I am content with this chapter of my life simply coming to end. I am kind of excited to see what life in B.C. has to offer over the next few months.

This has easily been the most physical challenge of my life and am pleased to have accomplished this at 38 years old. It makes me think I have a few good years left in me.

I never thought I would do a bike trip. And am totally amazed at how much I enjoyed the experience. When I mentioned riding a bike I thought I was just shooting my mouth off. Maybe I should shoot my mouth off more often.

Consider my ride officially over and at this moment I would not anticipate any more blog notifications at this time. That being said if I go somewhere or see (photograph) anything exciting I will be happy to share.

Lastly, a very very big thank you to all of you for taking the time to read and follow my blog and thank you for all the prayers (as many of you have let me know that I have been in them).
So with that being said…

With my eyes still shut, I realized I was still alive. But this was only the beginning. – Never Cry Wolf

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Comments

[ImaHeadaU]

Congatulations on an Impressive Trip and an Insightful Journal
I have only stumbled across your blog in recent days and I've read the whole thing. I found it to be most enjoyable. Terrific photos and great commentary. I particularly enjoyed your account of riding through the bison herds, your account in Haida Gwaii (the Queen Charlotte Islands) and I couldn't believe that you rode your bike through the George Massey Tunnel and lived to blog about it. I admire your effort, your accomplishments and your account of it all. Thanks for sharing it with us all. Happy Trails! ImaHeadaU

[Barry Campbell]

Blog Read
Hi Arie, just read your blog beginning to end. Fascinating trip, shows what the human spirit can do when moved. Can not believe how much rain you endured. The blog does make me itch to see more of our country. Great storey and pictures. Hope you get the chance for another trip, complete with blog. Good luck. Barry Campbell ( Heather's brother )