Reflections

My six days on the road with a bicycle were a great experience. I met some wonderful people, saw many interesting sights, and found my way in a foriegn country.

It was different than previous bicycle touring experiences in that I was touring alone. There is something energizing about that. There are no schedules except what you want to set. Also, your interaction with people along the way is welcomed. When you get lost or are not sure of the route, it is an opportunity to interact with helpful people. I had many positive contacts with the Dutch people this way, and fortunately most speak English. Since my return I have received several email queries about the remainder of my trip from one of the families that hosted me. I communicated to him that he and his wife were welcomed at my house if they come to the US.

Holland is a place that I would like to come back to.