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Kentucky Kairos

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33 degree heat

Today is very hot. With the intense heat Arvid took some time out this afternoon to cool down in the air conditioned RV. He is now back on the road. Any time we stop at the side of the road

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Kind Kenny

With the navigating required on this leg of the journey, we basically never leave Arvid alone on the road. That makes it challenging to empty the tanks and refill the water in the RV. Today we were completely out of

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An amazing answer to prayer.

Most of the roads are narrow, and most of the towns are small. Good rest is vital to us all. Finding a good place to park for the night can be a challenge, but our Good Father has been providing

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Who’s your Good Good Father?

As seen on a church sign, reminded us of this song. https://youtu.be/-ak0OoFBw3c

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And what a Kentucky reception

Since we stopped for Arvid’s roadside breakfast just a few miles inside the state of Kentucky, we have had three vehicles plus a sheriff stop to see if we were okay or needed help and offer for us to come

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Welcome to Kentucky!

We have entered our 4th state. Kentucky. Unbridled spirit. Crossing the Ohio River.

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Illinois Impressions

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Cycling with Arvid…

…. was one of the things Luke looked forward to the most on this trip. He had tons of fun. They rode for about 10km.

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Prayers of the Grandchildren

Dear Jesus, please keep the rain away from Grampa and give him nice winds to push him. Help his body to work well in all different kinds of weather. -N

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Distance

June 29 – Arvid cycled 360 km.

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Ode to the Midwest drivers

We continue to be amazed and grateful for the courteous drivers on the roads. Vehicles patiently follow us waiting for an opportunity to pass safely and then give Arvid a wide berth as they do so. We have had many

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Triple A Q&A

Thank you for your question, Peggy. Question: what is your average speed for average road conditions, zero wind and flat terrain? Arvid’s answer: In ideal conditions (smooth, flat roads, zero wind) my average ON BIKE time would be 28-29 /hr.

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Corn

…as far as the eye can see!

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Amazing Grace…

…as requested by Arvid.

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About MCF

Charles Mulli is a former street child from the slums of Kenya. He became extremely successful in business, but then God called him to give it all up and care for the orphaned and abandoned children still on the streets in Kenya. Charles Mulli is the founder and CEO of Mully Children's Family. To learn more about MCF, click here.

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God has called me (Arvid) to be an ambassador for Mully Children's Family. I have chosen to use ultramarathon cycling as my platform from which to fulfill this calling. You can follow my ride, here, at www.grandpascan.com/ride. To read more about me and my story, click here.

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