IT'S ALL ABOUT SMILING AND ATTITUDE

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Thursday, June 17, 2010

DAY 34 - PETAWAWA TO OTTAWA

Here is dad and he is smiling; his North Bay escort; Mathias, was at John and Linda's at 5 am looking for his riding buddy. Mathias escorted dad part way out of town, what a guy for going above and beyond. Mathias was there volunteering right from the get-go, and John fully believes that Dad's enthusiasm will inspire Mathias to do a challenge of something similar in the not too distant future.

A BIG THANK YOU to John and Linda from North Bay for their hospitality, warmth and generosity.  After a hearty breakfast dad was on his bike at 6 am on his way to Petawawa.

A few comments from John I received in an email yesterday.
Your Dad is a delight, and rest assured; he does make a difference.  There is an easterly wind and the threat of light rain forecast for most of the day; somehow I get the feeling that nothing dampens his attitude as he has a special way of handling hurdles; I believe the wind is always at his back.

Today dad is off to Ottawa.  The weather looks good - definitely a day for sunscreen!  He is planning on a visit to Russel Metals in Ottawa where they have a few surprises for him that dad is not aware of.

5 comments:

  1. Gary,
    While you are in Ottawa, stay awhile and show our politicians what a SMILE, A GREAT ATTITUDE and A REAL RESPCT FOR OTHERS can do. You are an inspiration to us all.

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  2. Gary dear,
    I am glad you made it to your host in Petawawa inspite of all the rain. You are lookin in very good shape for all the biking you are doing.
    Well you are getting closer to home each day.
    See you soon.
    Love Faye, xx oo

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  3. Ride on to Ottawa, Gary -- my home town! It's the highlight of my day to read the blog entries and see the pictures of your smiling face with your terrific hosts. Lots of love and good luck from the Cox family.

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  4. Hi Gary,
    You are amazing.You dream is coming true,from one coast to another.With your feet on the pedles and the bike wheels turning,we will soon be greeting you back home.Keep smiling and take care as you travel the remainder of your journey.
    Thoughts and prayers are with you.
    Ray and Jean

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  5. Gary
    We read of your incredible progress daily and it's looking like you are on the home stretch.Look forward to hearing many interesting stories from you about your cross Canada bike trip and the many wonderful people you met along the way. We all miss you.
    Take Care.
    Walter & Maddie

    Walter & Maddie

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