Sunday, July 13th

Last evening was so cool that I slept like a log. Breakfast was being served from 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. and church didn’t start till 10:30. Lots of time to shower, blow dry my hair (no blower) put on my makeup (what make-up?). I tell you, it makes getting ready a lot faster when you don’t have to do any of these jobs. Although I must admit that around 20 cyclists all called out my name because they wanted to leave for the park and I was still making the last washroom run, putting away my lawnchair, zipping up my tent, etc. It was just like at home!

The 3 mile bike to the park was pleasant. This morning’s church service is being hosted by Valley Life Community Church (RCA) and Boise Rescue Mission. Valley Life Community Church started as a church plant 10 years ago. It has around 100 members. We were able to interact with several members from the church and share with them some of our experiences along the route. The service was wonderful and just like last week, we more than doubled their church attendance. Afterwards they treated us to a hamburger lunch with chips and pasta salads on the
side.
I was able to connect with my family on Skype this morning, just before they left for church. We still have a two hour time change so this makes it a bit tricky to catch them. Two weeks and counting till I see Ralph in Denvor. This is the longest time we have even been separated in our 28 years of marriage. I hope the next two weeks fly by.

Another pleasant, sunny day. I’ve found a cool spot under the canopy of the school so that I can type this in the shade. Bonus, even an electrical plug! All around the campground people are napping, talking, playing cards, sorting thru their gear baskets and some are still out exploring the many bike paths that Boise has to offer. Christina N relaxing with a book




Markus taking a much needed nap


Yesterday the sprinkler ‘thing’ happened again.
Note to self: never set up your tent under a light pole (way to bright in the evening)
: always check for dog do do’s before staking ones tent, or else you have to
do some scooping afterwards, right Don?
: before setting up ones tent in the prime location (closest to the school entrance) one should always check for sprinkler heads. Last evening 2 tents were soaked at around 7pm and then at midnight several more where forced to sleep in the gear truck when other sprinklers went off. Fred Folkers opened his tent to see what all the commotion was about, forgot that his rear flap was opened and almost ended up with an ennema.

These are some of the things I’ve learned on this bike trip. Can’t wait to find out what else I’ll be able to add to this list.

Now it’s time for some R & R. Peloton meets tonight along with small groups. Tomorrow we continue to climb. Salt Lake City….we’re on our way!

Till later, Cynthia