Rode out of Middletown, New York this morning by 84 East into Ct. where we had breakfast at a old style Golden Arches (MCDonalds). After breakfast we headed North on Hwy 8 through Ct. into Ma.. Then we took I-91 North up to Vt. after that we got on Hwy 9 East over to Concord, NH. and out on Hwy 4 East to Maine. The country side was just beautful and breath taking from the lakes, rolling hills and the mountains. Arriving in Maine the first matter at hand was to get Michele and Tony somewhere for lobster. As you might be able to tell that they both seem to be quite satisfied. Mike and I have now riden in the four corner states of the lower fortyeight. Tomorrow we will start our jounery towards Ga. and Tony back to Pa. We now have added the following state Mn., Wi., In., IL., Oh., Pa., Ny., Ct., Ma., Vt., NH.and Maine bring our count to 28. Finished the day with 371 miles and to date 9582. Good times, Good Friends and The Good blessings that our Lord has given us.

Left at 6:30 am this morning riding in to Kittanning Holler with a heavy fog. As the Sun was trying to peer through the clouds you would catch a glimpse of its light as it bounced off the morning dew. The only sound that could be heard was that of our motors rumbling through the valley. The picture of the fog with a dark spot in it, is Tony riding in front of us. Rode on to I-80 East to Du Boise, Pa. to visit the Harley dealer and had breakfast at the diner. Left there continuing on I-80 to 380 North towards Scranton, Pa. than onto I-84 East to Middletown, New York were we called it a day. We did ride through the Appalachian and Pocono Mountains. Completed 416 miles today that brought our total to 9211 miles. We all are thankful To God for his traveling mercies and guidance.

Today was one those easy going type of days you know some down time. We had a late breakfast then we rode up Niles, Ohio to Bike Town Harley Davidson. Afterwards we got back on I-80 East to Hwy I-79 South over Hwy 422 West so that we could meet a friend (Tony) at New Castle Harley Davidson. Tony used to work for Cobb County Govt. before coming back home to care of his Mom. So after as short reunion we headed to Kittanning, Pa. for the rest of the day; Tony had lunch with us before leaving to go get Anna. Tony and Anna return later this evening to have dinner with us, as you may notice Mike’s face when the dessert came out (Kings Family Rest.). Tony will be joining us tomorrow as we start towards Maine. Short distance today 111 miles and a total of 8795. Friends are a blessing and God is good all the time amen.

We left Ottowa this morning about 6:30 am riding East on I-80 to Elkhart. Indiana. Went to Hooiser Harley Davidson ,take notice of the sign at the dealership. left on 19 North to Michgan then on to 12 East were we went to Sturgis to vist Hamilton H.D.. Rode Hwy 66 South back to I-80 and through Indiana to Ohio. We took 680 over to Youngstown, Ohio for the night after completeing 503 miles and bringing the total to 8684. As far as the landscape it pretty much the same as the other previous states that I have talked about. With that said you still see God’s art work every where.

Left Rogers, Mn. this morning around 6:30 am riding out I-94 East to Wisconsin and crossing the Mississippi River, pior to entering Wi.. We stopped in Menomonie for breakfast before continuing on I-94 until reaching I-90 South which we took to Wis Dells, Wi. then got on Hwy 12. We rode East in to the town of Saulk City, Wi. that is were Michele took the picture of The Vetrans Memorial. Once in Madison we got 90/39 South took 39 to in to Illinois. Once in IL. there were no state welcome signs but they sure where waiting at the toll booth for us. Continue on 39 South then on to I-80 East were we rode to Ottawa, IL. for the night. The landscape pretty much same throught out these states rolling hills, a few lakes and farmland. We still are enjoying the sceneary no matter where we have been. Michele and Mike have bee a real blessing for me on these legs of my trip as well as others who have shared in this adventure. Today we traveled 471 miles bring us to 8181 miles. So Gods Speed from Don, Michele and Mike.

Left Bismarck, ND. around 7:15 am went out I-94, through Eastern North Dakato which is mainly flatland and wetland. Fargo, ND. is the home of Roger Maris, Michele noticed that as we passed through (Ms. baseball). Crossing into Minnesota at first it seems alot like Eastern ND. but then you start noticing small lakes on both side of the road and then rolling hills. There are so many lakes now we understand the Land of 10,000 Lakes (Mn.). Both eastern ND. and Western Mn. are very green and alot more trees but still have farm land and some cattle scattered into the landscape. We did ride over the Red River, on that note The Red, Mississippi and The St. Louis Rivers make up the watershed system in Minnesota. The day was mainly overcast needing to a wear a jacket all day, had a slight sprinkle of rain but nothing to really speak of. Miles today was 412 and 7710 to date. May you take the time to .enjoy family and friends for we never know what tommorow will bring. So may the Good Lord bless your path in life. Brother Gunny we have seen alot of trikes on the road, mainly Harleys but also alot of the Can-Am Spyders. They seem to handle well and have alot of storage space, just a little info.

With a Cracker Barrel near by we didn’t leave until about 7:15 am, you know we had to have a good breakfast. Just a short blast up the road to I-94 heading towards Bismarck, ND.. Once on the road it was rolling hills, cattle farms and farmland with bales of hay and rows of milo grain. The Yellowstone river reached out to touch portions of I-94. The Yellowstone River is the longest free flowing river in the lower 48 states. We did ride through The Little Missouri National Grasslands, by the Painted Canyon and crossed over The Missouri River. Michele and I have seen purple mountains majesty, have riden through amber waves of grain and been from sea to shining sea. We are always in awe with God’s creation. We all have agreed that God’s beauty is every were and its worth the time to slow down an enjoy it. So may God’s glory light your path of life. We rode 430 mile today bringing the total to 7298.

We hit the road about 6:30 am going South on Hwy 93 with the Flathead River to the East and The Blackfoot to the West as the Sun starting show its head on the horizon with a slight chill in the air. The payment was rolling underneath us as we clicked off miles, then on to I-90. We across the Continental Divide for the last time at Butte, Mt. elevation was at 6393 ft through the Rockies. The Yellowstone and Boulder Rivers laced themselves around I-90 as we run the highway. After a short vist to Yellowstone Harley we went up the road a piece to Famous Daves BBQ for lunch in Bozeman, Mt.. Rode to Billings, Mt. for the night; completing 483 miles and bring our total to 6868. Rode by a town in Mt. named Opportunity which made me think what have we done with the opportunities that God has given us?

Today we rode to Glacier National Park for the day. The first stop was at Nickel Charlies Cafe in Columbia Falls for breakfast. Entering the park we went to Mcdonald Lake which is just majestic with it color and the mountains that surround it. Then we rode The Road To The Sun, It was lined with creeks , waterfalls and God’s art work every were. Today we meet people from Newfoundland and The Netherlands. All were riding Harleys. For lunch we stopped at A&W Rootbeer. It brought back memories when I was a child. God’s beauty and mercies have been seen today as they do everyday. Very short day 115 miles with a total of 6385. God’s Speed until the next time.

Left Spokane, Wa. around 7:00 am taking 90 through the city. Stay on 90 into Idaho riding along the Coeur d’Alene River running through the Bitterroot and Cabinet Mountains. Then continuing on we rode beside The St. Regis River and on Hwy 135 to 200. We got on Mt. 28 (very good side road) runs inside the Flathead Indian Res.. Then riding Hwy 93 along Flathead Lake, stopping at a scenic overlook we meet some guys from British Columbia and another couple from Michigan. After a short conversation we said goodbye and rode on. We had lunch at The Homestead Cafe in Lakeside, Mt.. Afterwards we rode into Kalispell where we will stay for the next two days. Short day 260 miles and 6270 total, we have added the following states to our list Nv. , Ca. , Or. , Wa. , Id. and Mt. bringing the total to 16. To give everyone a update on the other riders Dale and Susan are in Shelby, Mt., John and Gary made it back Ga.and Paul is in Sonoma, Ca. with his wife Linda all parties are doing well. Final note on this trip no matter were we are or who we meet along the way God’s present is always there with us.