The Cross Roads of America

On Sunday July 21 we rode into the Cross Roads of America, the state of Indiana.  The 84 mile ride took us from Coal City Illinois to Valparaiso Indiana.  And if literally felt like we were in the cross roads of America.  The traffic was light when we started out at 5:30 am and gradually increased throughout the morning.  By the time we reached the roads of Indiana (after 48 miles)  traffic was constant.  I guess I shouldn't be surprised being so close to Chicago.  Many of the roads in Indiana were rough and required constant vigilance to navigate and keep out of the traffic.  The highlight of the entire ride was watching the sunrise.  At least tonight we are in the peace and quiet and air conditioning of the Valparaiso University dorm.  We will need our sleep tonight for tomorrow is a 110 mile ride.  I cannot think of a better thing to be doing on a furlough day!!