Quote for the day: "A man may die, nations may rise but an idea lives on." John F. Kennedy
109.5 miles through coastal Alabama and Florida finishing north of Pensacola was what we did today. We lost about an hour taking the ferry across Mobile Bay at 9 AM, the heart of when we need to be on the road, but that's the way it worked out. The coastal islands of Alabama were a sight of beauty with Spanish moss and a large variety of water fowl all around the area. Marshland was almost as far as you could see. The bridge to Dauphin Island was a challenge to ride over, but the view from the top was spectacular. After the ferry ride the road was new and good so it helped make up time. There are a lot of condominiums for sale in Alabama and Florida. That's for sure. Pensacola was tougher to get through, but we made it. The highlight for the day was a visit from my brother Phil and his wife Libby who were able to visit us and treated us to a wonderful dinner at Texas Road House. I got an email the other day from Jim Pyatt a staff member at Teen Challenge. Jim wanted to remind me to make sure I get all the fluids I can to finish strong. This is especially meaningful since Jim did this trip himself some 18 years ago in less time than I am trying. Thanks, Jim. That means so much coming from you.
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I've been following you EVERY day Jimmy! It's been an adventure, a challenge, and sound like an exciting ride. You've persevered through so much, and now you're so close. Keep going, we're all praying for you and cheering you on here at NLCC! I thought the other day that you could alter one of Paul's statements to fit you, "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the RIDE."
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Jimmy keep up the battle, you are so close now. You have been such an inspiration to all. May God be with you the remainder of your adventure. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
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