Bike trip

> Hi friends and family,
> I would like to introduce you to Maria(as in the song They Call the
> Wind Maria). She and I are about to start our journey from Fargo,
> North Dakota to Bar Harbor, Maine. She is already in Fargo in
> pieces as she had to be shipped in a box. I am hoping that when I
> get there she will look like her picture again! She weighs about 18
> lbs naked but will be equipped with a few more lbs. before we
> start. She will not lose weight on this trip but I sure hope I can.
> The total mileage for this trip is approximately 2440 miles. If the
> weather is good and my body is up to it, I plan to ride the miles
> each day. Bad weather or a sore butt might merit a day off!
> As of today there 17 women riding the whole tour, 3 the first part-
> to Cleveland and 6 will join us in Cleveland. The riders come from
> all over the country and one lady is from Australia. We are all over
> 50. I just made the cut! Four good friends will be riding together-
> me, Bettye S, Bev P, and Bev J. We have our own bike club that we
> named the WOWs (wrinkles on wheels). Age does not keep us down!
> I will be in Fargo the 17th and am very excited to start this
> adventure across our beautiful country. I can't think of a better
> way to see the USA . I'm sure we will meet some interesting people
> and see some beautiful scenery.
> I will be doing my best to send you updates of the journey and a
> picture or two if my fingers aren't too tired after a long ride or a
> cold beer! Please pray for good weather and a safe ride for all of
> us. I will miss playing golf and seeing all my friends but- 45 days
> will go fast.
> Donna Q and Maria