Ride #18 - The Finish Line 🚴‍♀️🙌

I am overwhelmed with gratitude today! God has shown me such favor all month long in completing my Challenge! 🙌 Since I had ridden four times all summer, I wasn’t sure how much strength I would have to make it. I claimed 2 Corinthians 12:9 this month…”My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.” To God be all the glory, honor, and praise! 🙌❤️

I am so blessed to have such a supportive husband and riding group of friends to have shared the miles with me! The Big Wheels showed me so much support and encouragement the entire month! They are some of the strongest riders I know! I am so thankful for all of them! 🤗🙌

Today’s ride literally started with a bang, as Bob blew a back tire after a warmup lap and the replacement wheel/tire didn’t fit so he wasn’t able to ride. Isaac, Lou, Ken, Lynn and I had a hot, humid and windy ride, but I got in 27 miles to finish! 🙌🚴‍♀️✅ When we got back, they surprised me with a certificate of recognition from the Big Wheel Club for my efforts this month! I admit it made me shed some tears!

Thank you to all of my prayer warriors for your prayers all month long! I appreciate every one said on my behalf!🙌

Thank you to all who have donated to support my fundraising efforts, too! 🙌 Since I am not using social media, I wondered how the fundraising would go. Thanks to all of your support, I have exceeded my goal and reached an all-time high this year! 🙌

Please continue to remember all the kids and my friend, Thomas, as they are fighting this awful disease. I pray a cure will soon be found. 🙏

I am already looking forward to next year’s GCC! 🙏🙌🚴‍♀️❤️😕

Ride 17

Today was another Big Wheel ride. Isaac, Ron, Ken, Lou, Garland, Lynn, and I had a good ride in spite of southern Windy Gail showing up again.💨 The headwinds were tough, but we prevailed! I wore my new GCC superhero jersey, and it gave me some extra motivation! 💪🚴‍♀️

I added another 29 miles to my total! I have 26 miles left to reach my 475-mile goal! 🙌 Lord willing, we will ride again tomorrow and cross the finish line! 🚴‍♀️

Keep the prayers and support coming! We are in the home stretch now! 🙏🙌🚴‍♀️❤️

Ride #16

Yesterday I woke up not feeling well so I took the day to rest. Thankfully, whatever I had left as quickly as it came!🙌

This morning, Kelly and I had a good spin and chat! It was good to have her back out on the road again! Of course we observed all of God’s creation along the way! We have a mutual love for birds, butterflies, and plants, and today’s ride didn’t disappoint! 🙌🐦🦋🌸😊❤️ It’s amazing what God has waiting to show you if you would just pay attention and take the time to look! 👀 🙌

I added another 22 miles, and now I have 55 miles remaining! I hope to finish my miles on Friday if the weather permits.

Keep the prayers and donations coming! I’ve almost made it! 🙌🙏🚴‍♀️❤️

Ride #15

Today’s Big Wheel group ride was a retro/vintage ride celebrating 40 years of riding! Everyone rode their oldest bike and wore their oldest jersey. They have been big supporters of my Challenge so I wore my Big Wheel jersey in their honor.

We had a great ride, and I am 30 miles closer to my goal! 🚴‍♀️

Keep the support and prayers coming! I hope to finish my miles this week. 🙏🚴‍♀️🙌❤️

Ride #14

We had another great group ride this morning! Isaac, Garland, Lou, Bob, David, Ron, Lynn and I took advantage of a beautiful day! I wore my new 2025 GCC jersey today! 😊 I added another 27 miles to my total! With 10 more riding days left, I only have 107 miles remaining to reach my goal of 475 miles! 🙌🚴‍♀️

Keep the prayers and support coming! Lord willing, I will reach my goal next week! 🙏🚴‍♀️❤️