Ok, I'm backed and pumped! Joined the guys in Pittsburgh today and am ready to go this final leg to NYC! Flew from Dallas to Pittsburgh today. I know, confusing huh? Anyway this lady and her husband sitting next to me on the plane wanna know what my biz is in Pittsburgh. I tell them the whole Ride for 911 story and that's that.
Later at the baggage claim in Pittsburgh I am talking with Marasco and Rob on the phone about how to get to the hotel....."take the 28 express". ......"take a cab"....."take a bus"(I think Rob even said something about horseback) then that same couple shows up from the plane and says, "you're not taking any of those", "we are taking you to your hotel"! One hour later, after the full tour of Pittsburgh narrated by George and Emily, they dropped me off at the hotel. Think this would have happened in LA? I don't think so. George and Emily, if you are reading this......"thank you"! I learned so much Pittsburgh history in that hour, I almost feel like moving there.
Unsung hero......Rob Scott, he looks and sounds like crap. Coughing, hacking and yet all he wants to do is maintain the motorhome, make important phone calls and print out maps. I don't think anyone one of us ha s a full grasp of all that he does for the riders.
Really good to see all the guys......changes?? Yea, Wright, Ostrovsky and Smith look a little bit skinnier. Expected after 2500 miles on a bike though.
On another note, if in Pittsburgh, go to the Hofbrau House. Guys plAying accordions, families taking shots, really good food and large steins of beer make for a good time.
Tomorrow will be an emotional day. Going to Shanksville, which is the crash site of Flight 93. Looking forward to it and will keep you updated tomorrow. Glad to be back on the journey with these amazing guys!!!!!!
Driving "THE RIDE" for 911 - Written solely by the drivers and passengers of the motorhome. 3300 miles at 12 mph over six weeks in a 34 foot motorhome.
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