riding the Mississioppi

[hebe]

"Catfish capital of the world"

Hope you had a good rest and that the next few days go well.

[redrhodie]

"Catfish capital of the world"

And you had Salmon? They must have looked at you like you had two heads.

How you feeling?

[marni]

today's ride 65 miles of Delta wheat fields, catfish farms and rice paddies interspersed with about 7 miles of paving grooved for repaving and intermittent downpours and lighter showers for the last 20 miles. Found an American, Italian, Lebanese local restaurant in Clarksdale and had kibby, cabbage rolls, a few killer french ries and 1/2 slice chocolate pie. Fortunately the booth seats were plastic os our wet muddy jackets and soggy shorts didn't leave huge wet spots that were visible. Also passed through Rulesville, home to Fanny Lou Harms ( looke her up) and the music group the single singers. tomorrow is a long day into Memphis and then a day off to feel virtuous with 600 miles down and 1200 miles more to go.

We had salmon in Indianola because although wild caught, it was cheaper than the catfish. Go Figure.

Photos are of Delta wheat fields, rice paddies and the place where we had lunch. Owner says her grandparents ended here because they had relatives here that had come down from Ellis island and now she and her daughter run it. It was warm and delicious goodness.