We woke up today to skies that shouted “Rain”, and it was to remain overcast and cloudy all day. Most of us
made it to camp, the Hass-Cienda Ranch RV Park in Poplarville, before the rains
finally started. And when the rain started it came with full furry; it has been teaming out side since around 2 PM and still is at 7 PM . We are all in the warm dry shelter of the bunk
house. All but one that is, Eric. He stayed overnight 30 miles before Franklinton so he
had almost 80 miles to ride today. His
longer mileage meant he was on the road longer, and therefore he road almost 40
miles in the teaming rain. A most unpleasant
experience for sure.
Rolling into Bogalusa
around lunch time was perfect as it is the last place along the route to get
food until we reach the end of the ride.
A nice little local dinner was closed, so we headed to a McDonald a
short distance down the street. How
ordinary. The local dinner would have
been much more enjoyable. While leaving
the McDonald after eating, we ran into a few of the other riders who
recommended a great donut place just around the corner. One thing about a long bike trip, you never
pass up calories, especially delicious ones.
The apple fritters they sold were the best any of us have ever
had and boy were they hugh!! We’ll ride harder the second half
of today's ride to burn off this wonderful treat.
Another milestone today, crossing over the Pearl
River we left Louisiana
and entered Mississippi . It has been a good time in Louisiana
and it would be nice to explore all that this state has to offer more
completely.
The camp ground staff prepared a fantastic dinner for us
tonight consisting of a rather large piece of steak, a baked potato with sour
cream, and green beans. It was a most delicious meal. The rest of the evening will be spent in the
bunk house, relaxing before going to our tents.
And by the way, the tents are all set up under one of two large shelters,
out of the rain!
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