We Did it!

We Did it! Originally uploaded by duzercruzer.

Jeff and I finally made it home to our mother's arms. It was an emotional moment as our tired eyes got their first glimpse of the beautiful Flatirons. We had been dreaming of this moment for a long time. The last 20 miles from Golden to Boulder were easy, I don't think that our tires even touched the ground, we were flying high. We were fortunate enough to have some company on the ride, my brother Ethan and my favorite high school teacher, Mr. Boyer came and met us in Golden to brave the cold and warm our souls. We were greeted on the south end of Boulder by lots of friends and even Santa Claus. We've been good boys this year. I'd like to thank everyone who supported me over the past two years and especially those who supported the long ride home. It started as a crazy idea but ended up being the adventure of a lifetime. I'm finally home, Peace Corps is done, now it's time to rest my sore legs and eat some cookies. Call me at ---/---- if you want to talk about bikes, refried beans, international development, cold bucket baths or about my new love for Krispy Kreme donuts. Hooray for bikes!

Happy Thursday!

Ok, It's on. The Jeff and Ryan train is rolling into Boulder on Thursday morning. We will be leaving Golden at around 9am and will be pedaling happily into South Boulder at around 11am. Come and meet us for the final stretch, we plan on doing a couple laps around downtown to ring our bells sing Ole Ole Ole!! Happy Happy Joy Joy.

Colorado Ho!!

It feels great to be back, breathing Colorado air and riding on Colorado roads. We crossed the N.M./Colorado border on Sunday in style. We flew up and over the dreaded Raton Pass and ended up in the sex change capital of the world, Trinidad. Since then we have visited the wonderful towns of Pueblo and Colorado Springs. I sure am glad that I live in Boulder, those places are nice but Boulder is the best! There is a magnet in Boulder that is pulling hard and my drive to get to my warm home is propelling me like a rocket. I've had my fun but it's time to be back with family and friends. That said, Jeff and I will be coming in on Thursday morning instead of Saturday. Whoever wants to meet us can call Jeff's cell at 360-393-9976 and we can coordinate. See you soon, Ryanito