Touring as a Tribute to my Father

[Reesha]

Hi Hira! That sounds like an incredible tribute. I am sorry that you lost someone dear to you.

I recently had a man stay with me who does about 8,000 miles per summer fully loaded. He does it to raise awareness for Blue Planet Network and told me every year that he rides himself into shape and just takes it easy the first week. Have you checked out Warm Showers? I bet there are some Team E ladies that would host you both on the route. I know I would!

I am riding the northern tier this summer but it's a supported ride for the American Lung Association and it's West to East. There are a few riders on our trip doing it to honor someone they lost recently... and I just think it's incredible and wonderful that they are doing it for them.

Good luck to you!

[OakLeaf]

((((((hirakukibou))))))

Touring is wonderful for healing. May you find peace on the road.

[Catrin]

(((Hirakukibou)))

I am very sorry for your loss, and your tour is an awesome idea. May it bring healing, peace, and comfort to you.

[Sky King]

May you have beautiful sunsets and sweet tailwinds on your journey. Encourage you to keep a journal, private or public - your choice. I promise to smile and laugh today in honor of you and your Dad.

[DebW]

I'm sorry to hear of your loss. You've been planning your tour for a long time, and it will now be a healing journey as well as all the other things you wanted it to be.

[redrhodie]

I'm so sorry for your loss. After I lost my father last summer, I felt very inspired to race. It was that same feeling of wanting to really live life, to get out of my comfort zone and push myself; to be more like my father.

I haven't toured, but I have driven across country and I experienced a feeling of existing in a very strange and beautiful "in the moment" place which I'm not really able to describe, but you might understand what I mean. I hope this trip gives you comfort.

[Tri Girl]

hirakukibou- please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of your father. I love that you're still planning to do your tour, and that it will be done with your father in mind. I'm certain he would have loved to take such an amazing adventure, and you'll be making him proud.
I lost my father at a young age, and when I decided to become active, every race I've ever run (or ridden) has been with him on my shoulder. Your father will be along for the ride with you the whole way.
Take care of yourself, and take it easy. Big hugs to you!

[Jo-n-NY]

hirakukibou, I also am very sorry for your loss. I think this trip that you have planned is a wonderful way to help heal & help you through the grieving process.