Three days, about 200 miles into the journey

 We are in Ashland Wisconsin, boon docking  the first night, as the campground was full.  (First come first serve and we were NOT early getting here!)  We did have a beautiful view of "the" lake.   Happily we grabbed a spot in the campground today- we waited outside the campground nice and early for someone to leave.  We are now in one spot for a whole 24 hours and the sun is even coming out.  My starlink is set up and I am enjoying my outdoor office. 

Scott has biked about 200 miles (only 10,800 or so to go.)   Until yesterday the weather was great.  Yesterday he had the challenges of bad weather, a narrow shoulder, traffic congestion, some long climbs, and poor air quality.  No problem.  He actually liked biking across the big blue Richard I. Bong Memorial Bridge from Duluth, MN to Superior, WI!   I continue to be awed by his attitude throughout, much as he has been through all the cancer challenges.  

Scott has shared his story to many hundreds of people already.  His banner to get your PSA tested (created by our dear friends Bobbi and Mike) to bring on the journey is already filling up with names. In addition to biking, Tuesday night he presented to the Echo Rotary Club and Wednesday morning to the Harbortown Rotary club, both of Duluth.  We are determined to visit as many Rotary clubs as possible as when their schedule and our schedule will allow.   Rotary's motto is one both of us take to heart "service above self." 

Today is a day off from cycling for Scott and an opportunity for us both to find our way around the camper. It is much like moving into a new home and office - we found places for everything but can't quite recall where exactly that new place is.  The dogs have adjusted really well.  Samantha the 4-pound Yorkie prefers to sit on the kitchen table (which is also my desk!)  and bark at everyone outside the window.  Puck, the 90-pound golden, has claimed the bed.  Thank you to all for spreading the word about Scott's story and our mission, raising awareness and funds for prostate cancer and schizophrenia.    Triple match through the end of the month.




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