Left Portland area around 7:00 am, heading West on 84 along the Columbia River which runs through the Cascade Mountians. We were riding in Oregon and looking at Washington on the Northern banks of the Columbia. The river runs 1243 miles, the longest in the Northwest and has fourteen hydroeletric dams. We also rode pass Mitchell Point then on to 82 West into Washington then getting on Hwy 395. We stopped at Rattlesnake Mountian Harley Davidson in Kennewick, Wa.. That is were they told us we were going to start riding into the desert which was really flat land and farm lands. We had a great day and are at Fairchild Air Force Base for the night about 13 miles south of Spokane. Rode 394 miles today and we are at 6010 miles.Completeing the 3rd legs of our journey we now start towards the East. The Columbia River reminds me of how deep Gods love is for me that he sent is only son to die on the cross for you and I.

Left around 7:00 am today with 52 deg. and fog. The fog at times was so heavy it was like a lite rain and other times it was so thick it was like riding on a snake blind folded. As the fog started to lift and campers were stirring you could smell the smoke from their campfires in the air. So with that you knew that life was starting to move in the woods. We rode through the Redwood National Forest on Hwy. 101 and The Coast Mountain Range. Michele has now been to the Pacific and the Atlantic Ocean, also stood face to face with a giant Redwood. She also saw her first Elk in the Redwoods. From there we got on 199 which went through the Smith River National Park and Six Rivers Park they lie in The Siskyou Mountain Range. The rivers were just beautiful with the Sun bouncing off the water as it rushs over the rocks and boulders that lie beneath them. We continued on 199 into Oregon that runs through The Klamath Mountains to Gants Pass where we got on I-5 to Portland. We took 205 around to the east side for the night. Mileage for today was 428 and to date 5616. God’s beauty is so breath taking and we are at awe knowing he created this for all to enjoy. How can someone not believe? Note from the last pictures the locals are in search of that mask man, the crime committed being from the South.

Left Lodi at 6:30am rode Hwy 12 West through the Delta with wind turbines through out its country side.Then onto Napa and Sonoma Valley to include The Valley Of The Moons, Major wine country.Then we got on (US) 101 North Redwood Hwy. entering Willits, Ca. know as the gateway to the Redwoods. We had lunch in Gaberville at House of Burgess than on to Eureka for the night. Mike and I accomplished two things today made it from the East Coast to the West Coast and over 5000 miles. Today was 323 and total 5188. Saw a sign today that stated save lifes not minutes;made me wonder what are we donig to secure our lifes and others for eternity with our savior Jesus Christ.

Left Bishop, Ca. about 5:35am riding up 395 North to 120 West (Tioga Pass) going through the Sierra Mountians into Yosemite National Park. Had to have our jackets and gloves for it was 68 deg. this morning when we left. The highest elevation we rode today was 11,526 Ft.. The veiw was just over whelming and words can not do it justice, seeing God’s handy work and knowing he created it is just amazing. Leaving the valley we rode 140 West to 49 North to ride The Mariposa Mountain Range ending up in the town of Coulterville, Ca. with a pop. of about 200. We were able to take a break at the Jeffery’s Hotel (built in 1851), were met a few locals to have enjoyable time. Then back on 120 west which was a change of scenary rolling hills with some flat land having orange groves, corn, soy beans and grape vineyard scatter out the area. Then rode 99 North to Lodi, Ca. for the night. Did 303 miles today and the total is 4865. Remember God is every were even when we are not looking.

We left Henderson, Nv. at 5:30am this morning riding up 95 North along The Amargosa Desert and The Paiute Mesa, which started with a beautiful sunrise. Stopped at Beatty, Nv. for breakfast, were their claim is the Gateway to Death Valley. Rode to 266 West over to California 168 West across The White Mountains (reference to Dargon Tail Of The West) plenty of turns, cutbacks, dips and narrow roads. Also riding through Inyo National Forest to Hwy. 395 with The Sierra Mountains to the West. Made it to Bishop, Ca. for the day with plans to go into Yosemite National Park tomorrow. We have ended our days here earlier due to the heat. Miles today 282 and the total 4562. God’s beauty never ceases to amaze me with his creations. So just take time to see his beauty in what is around you.

We left Williams, Az around 6:30am this morning riding I-40 west to 93 North. This allowed us to go through the mountain ranges of Juniper, Aquarius, Hualapi and The Black Mountains. Also we rode through Kaibab National Forest out of Williams. We got to Lake Mead and The Hoover Dam at 11:30, the heat was right down hot (117) and a couple from New York allowed us to get into their RV to cool down and have some cold water. This was greatly appreciated and heaven sent for Michele was really in need of cooling down. Thanks to those fine people we were able to ride across the dam and go on in to Henderson Nv.  and we able call it a earlier day. It was a short day but we were still blessed, for God did place that couple in our path, for he knew our need at that time. So lesson learned that God is always in control even when you don’t think so. We only rode 233 miles today bring total to 4280.

This morning we left Cortez, Co. traveling to our first stop The Four Corners, this is were Az., Ut., Co. and NM. boarders come together, which was noted on one of the plaquers. Then on to Utah for Monument valley were rock formation still are amazing and colorful. Third stop was Cameron Trading Post in Cameron, Az. were we had lunch, again the food was great. Our final stop was at the south rim of the Grand Canyon which word and the pictures can not do it justice, due to magnitude and majestic colors with the shapes that line the canyon wall. This sight just reminds you of God’s strength and awe. We rode 390 miles and adding NM. , Co., Ut., and Az. to our states. Total miles at this time is 4047. So today God gives us freedom of choice and what you do with it is your choice.

Today we left Santa Fe riding up 84/285 North into Espanola, NM. were we crossed over part of the Rio Grande. Continuing North riding through the San Juan Mountain Range and Carson National Forest. At Chama, NM. we got on 64 west towards Farmington, we stopped for lunch at KB Dillons. Rode 64 on to Shiprock, NM. then North on 491 towards Co. riding through Ute Mountain area. Riding through these mountain’s the beauty and colors are so vibrant. Also remember when you were a child how you lay in the yard and look up into the clouds; seeing animals, faces or some shape well that is what it was like today looking at those rock formations. The areas which we rode through belonging to the Apache, Navajo and the Ute Indians. Check out the sign about falling boulders not just rocks. We made it to Cortez for the evening. Paul will be leaving tomorrow to see family and friends in Arizona. We will be heading to the Four Corners, Monument Valley and The Grand Canyon. Completed 302 miles today and 3657 to date. So keep Paul in your prayers for his travling adventures. So may the good Lord smile on you as you travel through this world.

We left Damus, Tx shortly after 6:00am heading towards The Turquoise Trail and Santa Fe, NM. rode 287 South to I-40. We stopped in Santa Rosa, NM. to vist Rt. 66 Car Musuem and rode just alittle of 66. Then onto Hwy. 14 the Turquoise Trail went by Maggie’s Rest. Know because of the movie Wild Hogs, stopped for the night in Santa Fe, NM.
rode 379 miles and to date 3355. John and Gary will start back home tomorrow so keep them in your prayers. We will ride to the Cortez, Co.. So value time shared with family and friends with no regrets, for we have no guranteed of the next minute.

Sorry for the delay but were we had to stay last night the internet service was not working. Left Paris, Tx. around 6:30am to ride to Amarillo, Tx. to pick up Michele. Rode to Gainesville were we had breakfast at Trails Inn Rest. Then over to Quanah, Tx had lunch at Dutch’s Rest. both of these rest. were Mom and Pop type, so the food was great and the people were friendly to match the service. Afterwards John went looking for rattlesnakes on our way to get Michele, we finally arrived to her location but no rooms were available. We ended up riding 45 miles north to Damus, Tx for the night. We rode 455 miles – up date 2976. There is always a solution when we take time to see it.