This morning was only the second in which Trevor and I awoke to find the water in our bottles decidedly crystalized. It´s not a particularly welcome discovery considering that the only two warm places around are inside our sleeping bags, and that there´s not really enough warmth to share with the crystalized water.
Fortunately for us, out in the middle of the desert where we´d camped, there are no pesky trees or large bushes to block the sun. So, at the not so early hour of 7:30 when it finally showed itself over the distant hills we enjoyed it´s slow but thorough warming of this side of the planet.
We finished our ride through the beautiful and arid mountain valley in the northern part of the province of Mendoza, and now have plans to bus the rest of the way to Tucuman. We´re hoping to leave as much time and money as possible for the next portion of our trip. The budgeting is getting a bit tighter, but we´re still hoping to make it through the huge salt flats in southern Bolivia, the volcanic desert of north Chile, and up to Macchu Picchu (I really need to check to see if I´m spelling that correctly) before returning to Santiago for our flight out.
It´s strange to feel that our adventure is coming to an end, but as I´ve been reminded by Trev´s girlfriend, we´ll be back in the US next month!
Thank you to all who love and encourage and pray for us.
Will and Trev
We Made It!
Two days of splitting wood: The perfect way to relax after a nine-month bicycle adventure
The Vaudeville Gangstas
Celebrating Trevor's birthday in style
After a Hard Day´s Riding
Trev says, "Will, your face is really dirty". I reply, "Let´s take a picture."
The Team-Two Months In
Two months into their journey, the team is reunited at the airport in Buenos Aires
The Team
Fernando, Trevor, and William; 44 days until D-day (departure day that is)
4 comments:
Ah... you have no idea how happy we are that it's only a month!!!!!
Just think.. you'll be flying your frozen water bottles back to the warm and sunny and beautiful hills of northern CA... Warm breezes, beaches, and lots of gigantic SUVs honking you off the road!!
Well Will, it's still quite the adventure for you and Trev....you'll have stories for years to come. Your Mom in particular is anxious for you to return home. It's always fun to see and read your blogs. We've continued to have a cold front linger into the spring. Rain all day yesterday but today it appears the sun will be brightly shining. May God's presence continue to be with you even when the water bottles are frozen.
arlene
37 days!
Thanks for the post, you've spoiled me, trying my best not to be cranky about no pictures. They are spectacular!
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