We started the evening with a little get together for Richard, who turned 68. They provided wine and Manhattans for anyone. A little red wine was a nice way to kick off the festivities.
Next up was a trip to the Kirby House for some first-class Kansas steak. A Margarita sounded good. Then two bottles of wine showed up. Then a bottle of champagne.
After dinner our driver asked us if we wanted to go anywhere besides the hotel. What could be better than a dive bar to play pool and have 2 pitchers of beer? The driver actually called the bar later to see if we needed a ride back to the hotel. She picked us up in her Grandfather's van. Small towns are amazing.
I woke up this morning with a bit of a headache. I'm not sure how that happened...I managed to schedule a massage appointment for Ian and I today in Saline, about 30 miles away. With a rental car for the day I could do whatever I wanted and give my legs a rest. After the appointment Florina donated $20 of her fee to my charity. I barely mentioned anything about it. Kansas folks are really generous.
The Eisenhower Museum was really interesting. Lots of good WWII memorabilia. It's worth a visit.
Now that I'm all rested up we get to ride 105 miles tomorrow in 90 degrees heat with 30 mph crosswinds. Back to work...
3 comments:
We enjoyed the library when we were there a couple of years ago. His boyhood home and the chapel are interesting.
Tie youself on tomorrow Joe Joe. Hope it's not as bad as you are anticipating. I'll be thinking about you.
You look a little pink in that picture there Tom -- you're using lots of sunscreen right? ;o)
Tom, Great sories of your ride. I am really impresed with your grit and determination. I will join the tour in Champaigh and can't wait to meet you and the others. Keep it going!
dave montgomery
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