Macomb, IL to Clinton, MO: 2 states, 313 miles, 6 hours on the road, 5 in the saddle.
We crossed back over the Mississippi River today and into Missouri. The weather was good but a bit hot. Traffic wasn't too bad as we tried to stay off the main highways. The travel takes a bit longer on the smaller roads and some of the roads are pretty crappy but it's nice to ride through the small towns and check out other parts of this wonderful country we live in.
When we arrived in Clinton, we went straight to Gregg's mom’s house. She had a fabulous spread of food for all of us to enjoy: ham, chicken, all kinds of salads and casseroles, bread, cakes, fudge, and ice cream. It was absolutely wonderful and delicious. Two of Gregg's aunts and an uncle were there for us to meet and chat with too. What a great family! Thanks Aunt Margaret, Aunt Mac, Uncle Melburne, and Grandma Chris. Your welcome and generous hospitality to these seven hot, tired, stinky and hungry bikers is much appreciated.
Our ride today was the shortest ride day I've had since we hit the road 11 days ago. It was nice to get to our destination early afternoon to relax, visit and do some laundry.
I can't believe we've been on the road for 11 days! While I have thoroughly enjoyed myself, the hotel beds are getting old. I'm ready to be home and in my own bed. Won't be long now. We're shooting for Saturday and unless weather gets in our way, Saturday shouldn't be a problem.
Paul and Robyn weren’t able to get service in Galesburg as hoped but arranged to get service first thing tomorrow in Davenport. Hopefully, the repair will be quick and we can meet back up with them in Omaha or thereabouts. It was sad to see them leave our group this morning but we are looking forward to joining up with them soon.
Don is still waiting patiently in Sioux Falls to get his bike serviced and Lori is down in Springfield visiting her folks. She’ll catch up with us in Kansas City tomorrow.
Our final destination for tomorrow is unsure but will be somewhere around Omaha.
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I don't know.. but I'm thinking of getting a Harley now... :) ha ha! Just kidding, of course.. I dont have you and Curtis around to teach me how to ride the thing! ;)
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