weeks 7 & 8 284 miles 25 left to go for the 1000 training miles.

The past several weeks have been busy riding and visiting with family along with checking off things that need to be done and taken care of before I go since I will be away for over almost 10 weeks.  Between personal stuff , family and business stuff there is so much to think of and I am afraid I will have forgotten something.  Lots of lists, things to pack, to buy, things to service eg grease and oil the van rotate tires, pay bills, send cards for birthdays and weddings.  All these little things seem to add up.  Hank wants to make sure all our estate stuff is in order, taxes taken care of, lawyers and accountant appointments to review estate concerns.  He is worried something will happen to me and wants to make sure things are in  place.  I am trying to get it all in order but probably will not have it all done. I try not to worry, but with some accidents, illnesses and a death, it makes me stop and think about things and not to take my health and this opportunity for granted.  I know each day is a gift and everything is in God's hands.  We can make detailed plans, but life can change in an instant and we have no control. 
This morning in my devotions, I am reminded to always keep my focus on looking for God and seeing God all around me, believing that He is with me always everywhere and that I need to fully trust Him every minute of everyday.  With this reminder, I will embark on this Sea to Sea journey trusting in God's care, knowing there are many people praying for safety and blessings for this tour.  Thanks to many family and friends who encourage and support me, I am able to do this knowing I am never alone.