You know you're in a strange reality when running "only" 42 miles feels like a rest day. It is nice to be finished by 3pm - I've had time to shower and eat, and now I get to sleep for an hour before dinner. Sweet.
Today we ran exclusively along the shoulder of the E26, and will be doing exactly the same thing for the next three days solid, until we reach Mora. Then we switch to the E45, for two weeks.
At times, the road does seem to go on forever - the trucks barrelling towards you certainly do. I just hope traffic lightens as we get further north.
The weather seems to start cold and grey each day, but by lunchtime the skies are blue and sunny. If you want to imagine Sweden - wide open green fields bounded by woods; signs to interesting places like Nybble and Nolhassle; occasional red barns and vacation cottages; friendly people who speak perfect English; dark-looking lakes and streams; and Volvos.
4 comments:
Russell,
Congratulations on being more than halfway done and crossing Germany, again! That is a fantastic accomplishment.
Here’s to your strange reality and hoping for more short days so you can get that pre-dinner nap. Keep up the good work.
Melissa
Yay for naps!
Hi Russell,
Geez, what a site for sore eyes the scenery must be. I can honestly say that "I can only imagine."
Good luck in Sweden. You can do it! We miss you and I look forward to reading tomorrow's posting.
Good Morning from Austin and the Hoov!
You're halfway and hitting your stride!
You're going to be there before you know it. Enjoy what is left of the journey.
David Phillips
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