Sunday, July 14, 2013

Not What I Expected


We have completed Week 3 of the Sea to Sea bike tour and we’re in Colorado Springs right now.  Maybe it’s a bit of a stretch to say that we completed Week 3.  Technically speaking, Rudy completed it, while I had a fall about 20 miles from the end of yesterday’s ride.  As a result, I have several spots of road rash and a broken fibula about two inches below my knee.  My entire leg is in a splint until the threat of swelling has passed and I can see a doctor and get it casted.   

Rudy and I will be driving home tomorrow.  The ER doctor gave no indication whether surgery will be needed.  I hope that I do not need surgery and that the cast does not have to go too high up my leg.  These are my specific prayer requests.  Rudy plans to resume Sea to Sea after I have seen the doctor and we have more information. 

It’s hard to think of leaving this quirky, mobile, beloved community that has formed among us.  I would like to return in a volunteer capacity, but that depends on many unknowns at this point.  I am so, so disappointed that I cannot continue riding.  Riding in the desert and the mountains has been more than I’d ever dreamed of doing.  But I did it, and I loved every bit of it—even the hardest climbs (10,200 feet elevation) and the hottest temps (100+ degrees).   

The Sea to Sea bike tour exists to fight the cycle of poverty.  With or without me, the cause still exists and the ride goes on.  If you haven’t yet made a donation, please consider going to www.seatosea.org to find out more information.  Following my injury, many people have asked, “How can I help?”  If you feel led, consider giving a donation under my name for those who live in poverty and do not have access to the medical care we have.  Just click the link for “Donate to Cyclists” and your gift will help fight the cycle of poverty in North America and around the world.

More to come on another day.
 
God be with you,
Shirley

 

3 comments:

  1. Our prayers are with you and Rudy as you deal with the change in plans. So sorry, but think what you have already accomplished. Rhodas

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  2. I've been reading your blog each day as I sit here in Florida. You have my admiration and prayers. Thank you for all your efforts. Get well soon (Terry's dad).

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  3. Hi Shirley, I'm so sorry to read about your broken leg. I can appreciate your disappointment. I hope and pray you heal well and soon. Pass on my greetings to Rudy. Hopefully you can ride vicariously through him all the way to NY. Randy D.

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