To the people of Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba

It has been a roller coaster of emotions over the last few weeks. Again I am so grateful to have been able to stay with some friends I haven't seen in a while. I can't lie the Prairies have been a big challenge, mostly related to the winds. I would definitely rather climb mountains all day than battle headwinds and crosswinds. But I have seen some beautiful landscapes, learnt more about some important Canadian history and although I am not generally a city person enjoyed rest days in Regina and Winnipeg. 

I have met some incredibly kind and generous folks who have bought me dinner, insisted I stay in their homes and picked me up from the side of the road. Also I have met some inspiring travelers on their own amazing journeys by bike and on foot. 

Thanks to all of you who have made the last few weeks special for me.....

Mattson family

Yannick and Erin

Warmshowers hosts Sarah and Gord

Astrid and Eric

Don and Doreen

Bruce and Carol

Dale

Jane and Jared

Sebastien

Thanks also for all the blog comments, emails and texts I have received. You have no idea how much I appreciate them.

And a special thanks at this moment also has to go to Laura. Although I have been riding away from her since I started this journey I feel that our friendship has grown stronger. Every night I try and let her know where I am staying and we regularly exchange texts and emails despite the fact she is incredibly busy this summer. When I left on July 3rd she said to me if anything happened between Campbell River and the Ontario border she would drive out and pick me up, and I knew she would. I am glad I didn't have to make that call but I am so grateful to know she has had my back. Thank you so much Laura.