So..after a night writhing around on a bed made of rib breaking springs in a room without heating and freezing, I gladly leave my place of stay ( Remain unnamed ) The weather is looking good and promises a break in the previous few days of torment. Shimmers of sun spear through the angry but retreating swirls of the mornings mists, offering a tantalising display of beauty and hope for this new day. I’m alive!! I can and I will!! I set off smiling and hollering to the Gods and slap ‘Bessie’ on her shoulder with a wry grin and say “come on then ya ole fatty, let’s go!’
I’m determined to push on hard this day and test my healing injuries out. Now I know this is seen by so many as foolhardy or worse but I’m sure I’m 60-70% better and I have test my beliefs and myself. The very much extended marathons on the last 5 days due to my injuries have themselves taken their toll further and I believe that I must try to push through my pains to stop the extended days I’ve been going through. I know this series of gambles is like playing roulette on a tight rope.
I slowly and sensibly jog on and off for a couple of hours leaving Glencoe pass and bit by bit gain confidence..the pain is a white hot and steady one, especially on the downhill sections. This is okay and an improvement beyond measure. I can bare this.
I meet various people on the way. People fundraising such as I. I am envious of their bicycles and choice of action. Great souls all doing so much good. Faith in humanity improves.
There are a few whopping big climbs and descents but all steady, and I push hard.
Often I’m met by soul lifting ‘beeps’ and waves from cars..People cheering and pulling over and donating into ‘Bessie!’ This and the scenery carries me through my niggles….
By 20 miles the sun is out full and I’m feeling the outcomes of my endeavors and of every inch run. The last several miles grow rapidly much harder but I’m OK and finish looking like a drenched and semi demented soul, but I’m happy..
I’m exhausted now and..well.. I’m going to have a beer, purely medicinal! Bless you all and good night!
