Rhode Island

Mom, Dad and I made it to Rhode Island on Tuesday night and I started orientation on Wednesday. Mom and Dad went to look at lighthouses in Rhode Island while I was at orientation. We didn’t have any internet at the church we stayed at and sadly I wasn’t able to upload any information.

We had 2 days of orientation were I got to meet the group I am with, learn more about the terrain of the route we are riding, and work on a local build site with Habitat of Humanity in Providence. At the build site we were able to lay most of the floor joists and secure them to the foundation. We did get rained out a little early. The site supervisor didn’t think that rain and power tools would mix too well. Everyone on the team is amazing. We are all excited about what we are doing and are glad for all the support we are getting.

Today was our first ride day. We went from Providence, RI to Plainfield, CT. It was about a 39 mile ride. On the route we passed a great looking reservoir that the road went right through. We were able to stop on it for a while and take a break on it. The view was amazing. There were also a couple great downhills which helped set my top speed for the trip at 43.8 MPH. I also met a local in the town of Plainfield, who was also riding his bike. We learned how he rode throughout Europe. Steven and I encouraged him to sign up for Bike & Build when he graduates from High School. We got to the church and finished painting the trailer. We put our feet all over it. I will post pics of it soon. My camera batteries died ad I need to buy some. Below is a slideshow of some pics that I was able to take while my camera still worked.

Thanks again for all of your support. I know this experience would not be possible without everyone’s encouragement and support. Here is a slideshow with some lighthouses that I saw with my parents before orientation, Orientation itself, some riding, some building, and of course some fun pics of lunch.