Lin at Newport on the Leve
Today was a day of transition.
A move to the mental position,
Of focus that's clear,
On why we are here.
A fun ride that's fueled with ambition.
Newport, Kentucky. Ride Prep-Day.
Today held some prep tasks and some rest.
I sifted through contents of luggage
Without seeing anything unnecessary ,
So no discards or sent-home items.
The clarity and rhythm of this trip
Will show up with a few days riding.
My bike buddy Elizabeth and I, on three
Tour de Wyoming rides
Found the first couple of evenings,
Could be so confused, that we would
March-/-Stomp around our room, chanting:
"The rhythm will appear,
The rhythm will appear."
Eventually.. that rhythm, that pattern
Did appear, and all went more smoothly.
Left: View across the Ohio River toward Cincinnati. Right: At Campbell County Courthouse.
Part of this day has been to rest.
We have all come from some other focus,
That has taken energy.
Now is a time we can
Put the minutia prep
At top of the day's to-do list.
Then "just chill,”
If that's your choice.
This morning, Hope and I walked
In the neighborhood and
Along the River Walk
By the Ohio River, Kentucky side.
Pleasant.
My friend,
Please give yourself
"Time to chill.”
Hugs.
Lin
Clockwise from upper left: Across the street, Campbell County Courthouse. The Ohio River separates Newport and Cincinnati. Decorate barrel iin a courtyard. Barrel in honor of Kentucky whiskey industry.
A day of rest…good thought. I will thoroughly enjoy following you on this trip. I am thankful that you have travel buddies-friends!
Love,
Muriel
For sure! Thank you–me, too. 🙂