Baltimore

After the long and arduous ride from Manhattan I had finally made it to my cousins house in Baltimore. Jason is one of my oldest cousins and has always lived 1000 miles away. The separation in age and physical space has meant that we aren't able to see each other nearly enough.

Jason and his wife Kimberly have grown roots in Baltimore with their two children Max and Sarah. When Jason and Kimberly heard about my trip south they were so kind as to open their doors to me.

After 11hrs in the saddle my body told me if I didn't slow down it was going to quit. I decided that warm hospitality and good company of Baltimore was the best place to get a little rest and relaxation.

I spent the next day catching up on sleep until Max got out of school. Max reintroduced me to baseball (I think I was 9 last time I played) and although I had a blast with my cousins it reminded me why I ride bikes and why I'm not in the majors.

That night I was able to catch up with. Jason while Kimberly helped me plan out a route to Charlottesville.

I wish that we didn't live so far apart because Jason and Kimberly have a special family and I am glad to be a part of it.

PS Kimberly, I hope your triathlon was a great success