Day 33: The End of Chapter Two

Walden to Granby, Colorado

59 miles

2,152 feet of climbing

Hello!
Sorry about the wind noise. I’m actually, for the first time taking this video on the road. I am 40 miles into the day. I’ve been riding through the Colorado mountains, and I am a Colorado mountain boy.

This has been the perfect day to end chapter two. I am meeting Donna in Granby as soon as I finish these next 18 miles, and I’m excited about that.

I’ve gotten to do the riding today that I absolutely love. I love riding my bicycle through these beautiful Colorado mountains. Not so beautiful in the sense that there was a big forest fire here a year or two ago. But our mountains are the best.

I decided to do this video while I’m on the ride, because when I get done, I just want to be with Donna and not have to worry about this stuff.

So this does end chapter two and chapter three will start on Monday. Monday will see me climbing up over Hoosier Pass, which is the highest point on the entire train trail, and then dropping down into Pueblo. Then I had to ride across Kansas and Missouri, and that’s when I start the part of the ride I’ve never even done, and actually maybe the part I have most trepidation about.

But believe it or not, I’m looking forward to it. I can tell that I’m not done yet and I want to keep going. I just can’t imagine not finishing this story.

I love all the support and love and encouragement that you all have given me. I can’t tell you how meaningful it is to me. You’ve made this ride. I’m not sure I could have done it without all of you out there cheering. And I look forward to seeing you.

I hope you’re enjoying your own ride. Get out there, do something fun. Have a great weekend.

7 responses to “Day 33: The End of Chapter Two”

Betsy Boudreau

June 17, 2022 at 1:27 pm

So fun to read your journey and comments. God speed and safe travels!

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Darren Paschke

June 17, 2022 at 3:44 pm

Really enjoying your trek! While I’m sad you don’t have a partner riding with you, I love the fact that it didn’t deter you in the least bit. Really looking forward to the next chapter! Enjoy your weekend off!

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Steve Wittry

June 18, 2022 at 5:53 am

Happy Father’s Day buddy, hope this comes through. Awesome that your plan put you at home to celebrate you and Lewis! Get some rest, enjoy your family and we’ll be looking for your posts from the next chapter. With you in spirit, you’re in our thoughts and prayers. Love you!

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johnwittry

June 18, 2022 at 8:09 am

Thanks big brother!! Really appreciate your support!

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Judy Crawford

June 18, 2022 at 12:00 pm

Spectacular John & Congrats on CO. We met briefly between Lander – Jeffery City. Haven’t connected with your offer of help with fundraising from your daughter. But we will. Thanks

Judy Crawford, RN, WEMT NOLS Faculty 307-349-0645

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1. johnwittry
  
  June 22, 2022 at 7:56 am
  
  Hi Judy! Email me anytime 🙂 chloe.wittry@gmail.com
  -Chloe
  
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Scott

June 18, 2022 at 12:05 pm

Hey John,

I’ve been able to keep up with your amazing ride into Colorado this week. The pictures are just so beautiful and full of life. Keep them coming as we all are really enjoying it!

So I said wow….when I saw that you stayed overnight in a church basement…..very cool but never knew that existed. What an experience. As one of your friend I could not be more proud and yet excited for you! Keep your head up and into the headwinds of this awesome journey and “Enjoy that Ride”.

And…..Happy Father’s Day!!!

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