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2 weeks to go!

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Weekend in DC with family- Kevin continued his training riding 150 miles, including 2 days to Mt Vernon and a stop in Arlington National Cemetery to visit Brian!  Last day included biking tips from Ms H!! Kevin Bikes America

Kevin's Journey

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"Life is like riding a bicycle.  To keep your balance, you must keep moving!"   On Sunday May 8 , I am embarking on a Life Long Goal to ride my bike across the country - yes, the entire USA ! I will start on Mother’s Day of all days by dipping the rear wheel of my bike into the Pacific Ocean in Manhattan Beach, CA and starting the nearly 2-month bike ride to the Boston area where I will dip my front tire into the Atlantic Ocean!  Yes, exciting and crazy – all at the same time!  My goal of biking has taken on a VERY SPECIAL meaning in remembrance of our son Brian who died almost four years ago. Brian, as you might know, was a graduate of The Citadel, and a Captain in the US Marine Corps and a NJ State Police Officer. Growing up he served in several capacities locally, in Morris Township, as a Firefighter, EMT, and Eagle Scout. It is with great pride that I am able to fulfill my lifelong goal/dream of biking across this great country of ours, while honoring Brian's memor