Once I arrived in Clearwater, my destination for Day 1 of my bicycle tour to international falls, I headed for the local cafe. Keith's Kettle looked to be the spot. Sure enough, it was packed. I happened to walk in at the same time as an older woman. She sat across from me and overheard me talking to my server. We started talking and she quickly observed that I was married and had been biking. She was impressed that I had ridden 55 miles this morning. She asked where I was staying and I told her "Clearwater." She smiled and said, "welcome to Clearwater. " She proceeded to tell me all about the town and her life. She lost her husband two years ago just short of their 50th wedding anniversary. Then said, "we only have one motel. " I told her I didn't need one. All I need is a patch of green grass for my tent, " to which she offered, "you can stay at my place of you'd like. " She gave me her address and directions. Would have loved to take her up on it but with thunderstorms coming in the morning I may not be going anywhere, so decided to spend the night at an RV park, where there's shelter, food, and the freedom to get a late start, should I need it.
Thank you Jan, nevertheless. I really appreciate your hospitality. Had I not been so hot and tired from the 70 degree dewpoint this morning I would have had more energy to talk. As it was, as soon as I finished my meal I headed out to find a place to pitch my tent and take a nap. After two hours of sleep I felt like a new man!
Thank you Jan, nevertheless. I really appreciate your hospitality. Had I not been so hot and tired from the 70 degree dewpoint this morning I would have had more energy to talk. As it was, as soon as I finished my meal I headed out to find a place to pitch my tent and take a nap. After two hours of sleep I felt like a new man!
