Day 14: Hard and Fast

Ride Hard and Fast

With the sun shining, I just HAD to ride today. It was a hard and fast 42 miles just before dark. The roads were dry with a little bit of loose gravel from the sand trucks during the last snow. But that did not stop me from leaning hard on the serpentine roads of North Clark County. I probably rode a little too fast and leaned a little too far, but it was intensely satisfying. I have not been able to ride since January 7th and I was surprised at how nimble the bike felt as I pulled out of the garage. The temperature during the ride was 34F, but with wind chill, my Harley's air temp gage read 30F.

We buried my dad on Saturday and he is now resting securely in his final resting place. For some of us it is time to go back to work. For all of us, it is time to deal with his passing and move on with our lives somehow. My friends who have lost a parent tell me that each day it gets just a tiny bit better than the day before, but you never forget. Rest in peace, dad.

Places to See

On my quick trip I thought I would stop for a brief photo shoot in front of a historic building. I found this one in Amboy, WA. This is the North Clark Historical Museum. There is a large open park next door. This is a great place to stop for a while and learn about the history of this rural area. Their web site announces: "Local citizens, artisans, businesses and organizations of the North Clark County area are developing a museum located in Amboy adjoining the Territorial Community Park. The former church building, dedicated in 1910, is in the process of renovation to house Native American, Pioneer and Logging Exhibits."

End of Day

It was a much needed ride today. It was very cold but sunny. The road hazards were minimal and traffic was fairly light. The forecast is for snow and rain in two days. Too bad I can't take a few more days off work and get some more miles on my bike.

Ambient Temp: 34F
Ending odometer: 000976
Trip Miles: 42
Fuel: none needed

Ride Safe.