Monday, February 28, 2011

It is a wonderful thing to be able to run away from ones life. to leave behind responsibility, deadlines, work; and even community, friends, and family. There is a freedom we sacrafice for social neccesity and civilization. Huck Finn had it right. The world looks different when the only obstacle is the mountain before you. Day two had plenty of mountains. After 30 miles of continuous uphill and snow, I hit the wall. I dragged my sorry behind over the summit, and enjoyed a 24 oz modelo and a mineral soak in Jacumba. I have been meeting a few fellow xcountry cyclists on the way. Tomorrow brings the great desert. I look forward to a leasurely 65 on the flats. o

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  1. KritesFebruary 28, 2011 at 4:58 PM

    I hope that the freedom gives your heart wings. Ours will fly with you.

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  2. SandraLynnFebruary 28, 2011 at 5:30 PM

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  3. SandraLynnFebruary 28, 2011 at 6:17 PM

    Dr Bob,
    Glad you have made it to Jacumba, enjoy your evening, you have climbed many a mountain during the last 2 days. The great desert (my home town) should greet you with nice weather and many of flat lands ahead. Blessings to you as you continue on this spiritual journey. Always in my Prayers

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  4. GinabeenzFebruary 28, 2011 at 6:37 PM

    Dr. Bob!
    Oh my Gosh! How totally awesome is it to be out there with nothing but mountains! I'm so happy that you have the opportunity to do this! Stay safe and enjoy, and thank you for the updates! We love to hear from you! ♥

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  5. UnknownFebruary 28, 2011 at 7:32 PM

    Hi Bob,
    We are watching you go and are loving it. Keep up the journey. Go Bobby Go........
    We love you,
    John & Reina

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  6. UnknownFebruary 28, 2011 at 8:27 PM

    NICE! You are doing it right! :)
    Remember to hydrate before during and after so you don't bonk. Plus,keep most of that hydration nonalcoholic. Dehydration's no fun on a bike ride. Wait a minute. You are a doctor, so you know all this stuff. :) NEVERMIND!
    There's nothing quite like taking in the beauty around you on a bike. Ride Strong!

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  7. Bob FMarch 1, 2011 at 8:21 AM

    Let me know what you want help with along the way Bob: media, riding partners, wine, whatever.....Bob Frias

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  8. SMTMarch 1, 2011 at 12:42 PM

    Teens in the Driver Seat program is wishing you success and safe riding on your journey!

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  9. AnonymousMarch 1, 2011 at 5:47 PM

    good job friend.. continue on.. call if you need anything at all

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  10. donnamojoMarch 1, 2011 at 8:11 PM

    Hi Bro, thinking of you out there being a manly man. I sure am glad, probably not a glad as you are to be hitting the flat ground. Keep on keeping on, Sis

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