Left Natchez, MS. this morning around 9:00 am with overcast skies heading down Hwy. 61. If you consider riding the Blues Hwy. (61) when you get to Baton Rouge, LA. get off and find another route. There are so many Red lights and the speed limit is 65 mph so about the time you get going you have to hit the brakes. This is especially true going through Hammond, LA. which took us an hour to go 35 miles. We finally got on I-10 after having some lunch and made New Orleans in about 30 minutes.We had dinner on Bourbon Street at Nola’s. The food was good and the dessert even better. After dinner we walked Bourbon Street. Needless to say this is a world of its own (that prayer is definitely needed). Notice the shadow of Christ in one of the pictures coming from a statue. We were blown away with that. It was pretty cool to see considering what was going on here. Well it seems that where ever you look or have been there is always a need for prayer and for the Lord’s presence. May God’s glory shine on you and yours. God’s Speed from the cast of The Blues Hwy. Ride.

We left Memphis around 7:45 am to start our ride on The Blues Hwy. (61) also know as The Road Of Great Lakes.The landscape along Hwy. 61 is primary flat farm land. The section we rode today ran through the Mississippi Delta hence Delta Blues. Stopped in Clarksdale, MS. with the first stop being at the world-famous CROSSROADS were the legend of Robert Johnson began who sold his soul to the devil (he died at the age of 27). Abes BBQ is located at the intersection of 61 & 49. Then visited Delta Blues Museum with history on artists like Muddy Waters, John Lee Hooker and BB King just to name a few. We went to Ground Zero Blues Club (owned by Morgan Freeman), an for one day only performing The Uncle Willie Band with keyboardist and lead vocalist Ms. Lil. After a brief photo session we had lunch at Connie’s Kitchen, nice mom and pop place. Continued our ride South on 61 to Natchez, MS..Rode in and out of some short rain showers but at the end of the day the Son’s glory shined on all of our faces.

Today started with Rick and Rose meeting a Bishop and his translator from the Congo who was preaching in the area. After breakfast Rick and Rose spend the day with Nathan and family (Rick’s son). While Michele, Sonya, Kathy, Sheila, Mike, Linda and Paul had to have a little Hunk Hunk Burning Love by spending the day at Graceland. Larry, David and I did some sight-seeing around Beale Street. When all return to the hotel we had lunch at a (Mom and Pop’s) place called E’s, I would not recommend this 24/7 diner to anyone because of the service and/or the music factor for our generation. The desk clerk at the hotel said “only eat their has a have to place” of course that was after the fact. Later in the evening we all went back to Beale Street for dinner at The Blues Cafe, great ribs and company. Then we journeyed Beale Street for some more sight-seeing. Kathy, Michele, Larry and I remained to hear Dr. Feelgood Potts and Big Freddy play some Blues while the others returned to call it a night. In closing when you can spend time with family and friends you are truly blessed with God’s gracious Love for all.

The morning started of with Michele and Sheila chasing a chipmunk around the lobby of the Hampton Inn, but they finally worn him down and out the door he went. Yes we all had a good laugh. Then we rode down to the local Honda dealer for brother Dave to check a bike. As you can see I had to sit on the Gold Wing Trike. Yes the cameras came out and the pictures where being snapped from all. Finally we left Decatur, AL. around 9:30 am rode 72 to Tuscumbia, AL. were we visited Natchez Trace Harley Davidson than back on 72 to Memphis, TN.. We arrived this afternoon and later we had dinner at the Cupboard Restaurant (Mom & Pop) great home cooked food. Upon our return to the hotel we found out that there had been a naked man running the hallways, the local PD was present to take care of the matter. We had a great day of fellowship, laughs and knowing God’s hands of grace and protection were with us. Some times things enter the stream of our soul only to strengthen our faith in our Lord and Savior. God’s Speed from all.

We left Georgia this afternoon around 4:00pm after having to make a quick return trip to the house do to me leaving my wallet behind (senior moment). Rode through the rain for a short time in Rockmart. We made it to Decatur, Al. around 7:00 pm Central Time. We stopped at Big Bob Gibson BBQ for dinner before heading to the hotel. We rode 278 West to 31 North than 67 North. All were good roads with southern style landscape. Supporting cast for this ride are Larry and Kathy White, Rick and Rose Priest, Mike and Shelia West, David and Sonya Heald, Paul and Linda Stephens. We are thankful and blessed for each mile that the good Lord guides us to see His beauty through out this country.

This is just to let everyone know that all parties are back home. Dale and Susan made it back Sunday, Paul returned Tuesday evening and all are doing well. With all we have seen and the amazing places we have been; we are still at awe with Gods art work. Gods hand is always there if we would just take hold ( Becky this is for you). Gods Speed from Don, Michele and Mike until the next trip.

We left Danridge, Tn. this morning riding Hwy 92 South to 411 South passing The Bush Bean Plant the only one in the country. Passing along The Smokey Mountains an afew more lakes and streams. A slight chill in the air caused by over cast skies and fog in the low areas, but still a great day. We are very blessed to be able to complete this journey by God’s traveling mercies and guiding hands. We have riden the Sierra’s to Applachian Mountains, from Grand Canyon to The Valley’s of the corn. From backroads to Interstates. over rivers and lakes. which he allowed us to see , smell and touch part of this country that God created with such beauty and in some cases words or pictures can not do it justice. Michele completed 3 corner states, 30 states and 7,622 miles. Mike and I completed 4 corner states, 34 states and 11,107 miles in 31 days. So we thank the good Lord for his protection and guidance for allowing us to see his creation.

We departed from Winchecter, Va. this morning riding down I-81 to Tn.. Traveling by The Shenandoah Valley and The Blue Ridge Mountains, God’s wonders never ceases to amaze me with their beauty and wonderous creation of these gifts. The rain started to roll in at Bristol, Tn. at Danridge we called it a day, after doing 409 miles and a total of 10,777. On another note Michele has riden 7,392 miles of that with us. We now have added NJ. , De. , Md. , WV. , Va. and Tn. brings our total to 34 states. Michele is getting anxious to be home to see the children and grandchild to include the one due in Oct.; Well that makes two of us. So may God be the light unto your path in life.

We had a later start this morning after having breakfast at Triplets (named because the owner has triplets) and saying our goodbyes to Tony. He is back at home in East Brady, Pa.. We rode down I-95 South to Delaware, were traffic was just terrible so went West on 273 to Maryland. In Md. we had some great roads and scenic by-ways one named Horses and Hounds. Also rode in the valley’s of the corn (so much corn). If you are ever in Md. ride Hwys 137 and 138 to include the surrounding roads. Then you should stop on Hwy 1 and have lunch with the great people at Ball Park Diner. We had a short stop at Chesapeake Harley Davidson. Finally made our way to I-81 South were we rode to Winchester, Va.. Adding NJ. , De. , Md. , WV. and Va. bring Mike and I to 33 States. With us riding through Delaware this allowed me to sucessfully complete riding in all the lower 48 states. To update all, Dale and Susan are in South Va. and should be home tomorrow. Paul is on his way home last know location he was going through Co.. It was only 354 miles today and brings us to 10,368. God always knows what we need, for example yesterday we pulled off the interstate to look for a hotel but could not find it, so we pulled into a Mickey “D” parking lot. There was a man getting on his motorcycle. When I aked if he knew where the hotel was he stated sure and that he had nothing to do at that point. He delivered us to the front door. Some times you never know were blessing will come from. One of the routes we took also turned out to be near Mike’s family and we were able to visit with them before heading on.

Left Maine this morning riding back through NH. and Ma. on our way to Rhode Island. After RI. we went back across Ct. and New York on our way to New Jersey. We rode Hwy 23. 94 and 521 throught western NJ. a lot of old homes and Churchs to include other bulidings. Still amazed with the landscape and its beauty that God has given us. So Mike and I have offically completed the 4th leg and started the final run. Tony will be leaving us tomorrow to ride back to East Brady, Pa.. We rode 432 miles today and to date 10,014 miles. So may God shine his glory on your face and his warmth in your heart.