Wednesday, June 4, 2008


Tom, Jeanette, and Tracy in their new Bike4Kids jerseys designed by Kevin Larson.
What are the odds that on my last group ride with 70 riders on Tuesday evening I would be wheel to wheel with the one bike that suddenly cracks a frame and the derailer and skewer snaps?

The accident mangled both Art’s bike and my bike but incredibly both of us were unhurt! I sat in the ditch and said a prayer of thankfulness!

One fall so close to the Ride Across America and I could be a scratch. The bike is repairable, just like the car was repairable in our recent car wreck.
Since Christmas I have logged 4,334 miles in 240 hours of riding in preparation for the June 16th start. I thank God for His protection and encouragement during each mile and hour.

“I publicly praise the Lord for keeping me from slipping and falling.” Psalm 26:12

4 comments:

Jacqueline Claire said...

TOM!

We are soo excited to watch you accomplish your 2,500 mile bike ride and bring amazing Glory to God!

May God bless you and keep you safe during your journey,

Joel and Jacqueline Samples

Dusty & Cyndie said...

I just learned about this tonight at westgate church where you spoke, and what a wonderful thing this is. I was deeply encouraged by all the stories you told tonight. I think God for you having the ability to do this for all those children.

Praying for yeah.

TiC Dave said...

Hey Tom and Karen ... ride like the wind. We are and will continue to pray for the big and little miracles. I'll follow you from Hong Kong, Wash DC and then Washington. I'll call you after the ride.

Dave Navis

Tom's Angels said...

Hi Tom,

Peggy, Margie and I are playing at Salem CC. Wish you were here, wish we were there. Your three angels will push you forward today. Keep the pedel to the metal!
Good work!!

Love,
Tom's Angels: Angie, Peggy, Margie