Left San Antonio at 7 am. This is a short leg but I didn't have the energy to tack it on to yesterday's ride.
There was no sense in leaving any earlier. The ride would have the same conditions as yesterday. The weather report showed the winds were steady coming in from the gulf at 15 mph out of the SSE with gusts up to 25.
I gassed up a little over 110 miles east of San Antonio. I ate breakfast at a place called Frank's. The waitress asked me if I would like hash browns or grits, the first time someone has asked me that in a long time. I opted for the grits and was not disappointed. I will have them for breakfast at every opportunity.
The ride was pretty much the same. Not a lot of scenery, just flat interstate asphalt. There were plenty of green trees along the highway, something I hadn't seen much of since leaving Cleveland National Forest. The next leg I will get off of the Interstate. There are just too many 18 wheelers, pickup trucks with campers or trailers and cars.
The rest of the trip should have plenty of secondary roads, scenic highways.
I got into Houston right before a two day thunderstorm was predicted to hit the area. I heard the thunder just as I was dozing off last night.
Today I am sitting in the comfort of my niece Ericka's house listening to the rain while doing laundry. Later in the week I will get the oil changed on my bike at a local Honda dealer.
Overall a short 215 miles and 4 1/2 hours.
I plan on staying in the Houston area for about a week.
2 comments:
John, I am enjoying your trip dialog so far. I have shared your blog with a friend of mine who is an adventurer too. We both think it is wonderful that you are treating yourself to this great event! No doubt you will carry these memories with you forever!
I am enjoying the pictures. Would you mind if I saw one that would make a good painting if I put it to canvass?
Keep those wonderful posts coming!
Marlene
Hi John, I am enjoying reading your blog.
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