Day 37. We had a very wet start, very, again. Last night was warm, and this morning the rain started and was fairly heavy. Heavy enough to get everything wet. That was not to be all day long though, as after lunch in Easlyville the sun came out and things sort of dried up.
Today we ended up doing 62.8 miles and 2, 419 feet of climb. The terrain was interesting as there are now lots of hills and valleys. Nothing big, but enough to count.
But first, Perry got up and made us coffee and hot water for cereal, etc. She was quite a resource for local conditions, bikes, riding, and lots of things. This shows the entry to her land as well - in the rain though.
Interesting how they name roads out there - after local people. Here is on example.
Later on, after lunch at the local (and only) store, we had clearing skies, sun, and nice riding.
As this is election day, we did stop by the local democratic office in Tangipahoa, Louisiana for some water and to see if any returns were in. There was lots of excitement, but no returns. We still had to ride.
Paul P. stopped by the city office for some supplies, and while that was locked, the voting site next door was open. I think he did the Chicago thing and voted again after he got some water.
Here is the water tower, and it says (if you can't read it) " Tangiopahoa - where everybody is somebody".
Over the final miles there was what looks like a large cypress tree. I don't know that, but it was impressive.
Tomorrow we take a day off of riding and go to New Orleans to look around. I really want to see the rebuilt WW2 museum, and take a trolley ride again. It is always fun. More pictures to come.
Paul C
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