Great decision to continue on yesterday. I awoke to very gray skies and a fine mist. By the time breakfast was eaten and I got underway, that mist became a drizzle. Very shortly thereafter, it evolved into a proper rain.Did I care? Hell, no! This was it! The culmination of one of the most wonderful journeys I have ever undertaken!
I rode into John O' Groats thoroughly soaked but delightfully happy! 1,137 miles from my starting point in Land's End. As I approached the concession photographer for the obligatory photo at the finish, he asked me what I wanted on the sign. I just smiled and replied, "55 and still cranking!"
The wonderful whiskey from an angel at the Glenmorangie Distillery was consumed. Congratulations were exchanged with other End-To-Enders. After logging my name in the official registry book, I spent a few quiet moments reflecting on the trip, all the wonderful places and people I had met along the way. What a great way to celebrate my 55th!
I hope you have enjoyed the ramblings of a cycling nut, Gentle Readers! It was wonderful having you along for the ride.
Happy trails!
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