I had it in my mind that Phase 1 was launching this experience and Phase 2 was breaking through to a new way to settle into the journey out west.  The environment and surroundings are a big factor and one that I knew would begin to have a profound impact.

I have a strong desire to put the miles on and find a new rhythm to the trip. A few more days on the road before I settle in and find my rhythm. New surroundings and new energy on the horizon.

Freedom is a state of mind. It’s about how you view each day with hope, open to the possibilities of change and choice. Freedom to work to change your circumstances to something more positive. That’s a big part of why I’m doing this trip. Freedom to defy convention, to follow a dream, to breakout of what’s expected, and to breakthrough to something new.

As I pulled away from the house I wasn’t thinking about 50 days. I simply was happy to be on the bike. The wheels were turning. All my dreaming and planning resulted in the “rubber meeting the road” literally.