Words of Encouragement
”Well done Spence and co. on the amazing journey, you guys rock!! Enjoy tomorrow and being able to be off the bikes. All the irish even if we cant be there in person are there in spirit for those last few miles! ” |
–Marcus "Surfs up" Horgan |
”Oops! Apparently, I can cook better than I can spell. I enjoyed cooking for the 'MOUTHS' ... although it did seem like several months worth of food was consumed during your stay! See you soon ........ ” |
–Spencer's Mom |
” I loved every minute of your Hudson stopover - especially having hungry months to cook for - (why - I even enjoyed the laundry!) I was so happy that you were able to take some time at the cottage to rest and refresh before the remaining miles of your fabulous journey. It IS all about the journey - and you have made it a grand one! I am so proud of all of you ! See you Sunday Love ” |
–Spencer's Mom |
”Dear all: I am so proud of you guys! This experience will be remembered for the rest of your life! You are an amazing group of students! I am looking forward to seeing you on campus! I wish you all the best for the future! Great accomplishment!” |
–Dr. M.-P. |
”I miss you guys: the thrill of the hills, the cruising through the corn fields, the splendid peaks at Glacier. It's pretty boring after all that, being parked in the driveway. I have to say that my load is considerably lighter, and I smell more like a fresh breeze than a sticky Therma-rest. See you all soon. You can all pile in and we'll go for a ride. Woody, the one and only 1996 Buick Roadmaster wagon” |
–Woody |
”Wooof wooof.... I loved seeing you in Montana! And, now you are SOOOO woof woof close to being done! COngratulations! I love you Brian... woof woof!” |
–Misty |
”What a great week it has been for my mother and me in the support vehicle, playing leapfrog with the four riders between Chicago and Hudson. We had it all: heat, humidity, rain, the threat of a tornado, miles of corn fields, stinky socks, dinners with lots of laughter, and many kind people along the way. Hats off to Brian, Spencer, Katherine, and Jamie for their determination and courage. Good luck on the home stretch.” |
–Brian's mom |
”I just watched your video and it literally took my breath away. I am on the verge of tears. To the three of you acompaning my roomie on this voyage: congratulations on being outstanding individuals, you are awe inspiring. Katherine: You continue to suprise me. You are your destination. You bring every journey home, full circle, wherever you travel. God bless you and keep you all safe. Much love and much admiration.” |
–Charlene; roooom |
”I am so glad I got to meet this group of youg adults in Waterloo In. 8-7-06 @ a Shell station early in the morning. I was so impressed on how focused they all were on their cause. They were going 90 miles that day. They were so compassionate to talk to. I would hope that I would be able to keep in touch with them. Sincerely A new Friend Dean Hullinger” |
–Dean Hullinger |
”Comment: limit 500 characters I had the chance to come across this amazing group when they stopped in my store looking for directions.Having people like you show us there is hope for the future and my children. Hope you guys enjoyed the slurpee's ” |
–nameKathy(7-11) |
”Ya'll are looking and sounding really great!! Halfway....you can do it now! What a great cause, what a fabulous idea. Spence, I'm really proud of you! It is all about the journey, and some great paths haved picked you so far! Everybody hang in there -- have fun --laugh -- breath -- enjoy!!” |
–Cathey (Spencer's other mother) and Braden |
”Sounds like you guys are having an amazing time out on this adventure! Looking forward to hearing all the stories when we all get back to WAC! Best Wishes and Safe Travels.” |
–Seth |
”Comment: limit 500 characters YEAH! TEAM!!!!!!!WHAT .......AN AWESOME FOURSOME YOU ARE........MY HEART HAS THE DEEPEST JOY AFTER WATCHING YOU ON VIDEO. TO BE WITH YOU IN SPIRIT ,LOOKING FORWARD TO BEING ON THE ROAD AGAIN,...ALONG FOR THE RIDE...THE AMAZING JOURNEY...WHAT AN HONOR...I HAVE BEEN BUSY TALKING TO ALL DIFFERENT PEOPLE ABOUT RIDE FOR THE FUTURE....THEY ARE ALL IMPRESSED.....CAN YOU BELIEVE I AM WRITING YOU AN EMAIL.....MIRACLES....EVERYDAY.....YES!!!!!” |
–nameLynn |
”Spencer, Jamie, Brian, Katherine - Just watched your latest video and I am jealous and completed impressed all at the same time! There are many of us at WC who are tracking your progress and are cheering for you as you make your way across the country. Hope the wind stays at your back and the weather holds. I'm still holding out hope that I'll be able to join you on the road for a day or so when you get closer! Stay safe :-)” |
–Sarah F. |
”oh yea...two more things. katherine wilson i love your tanlines in the media coverage picture from 7-17-07!! we def have tanline competitions here...i think my glove tan is the best so far! and i love your video casts!! the triple decker peanut butter sandwich is a tricky endeavor but definitely worth the effort! haha. and spencer...your hair...its so long! ah! love it! keep pedaling! and as jamie's mom said in the video (the best line): "pedal with joy!"” |
–Joy Woppert |
”Matt and I are currently in New Town, North Dakota. We've spent the last week on Rt. 2...oh the glories of Rt. 2. It's crazy for me to think that weeks prior to us being here, you probably saw the same things! Although many times going westbound I found myself looking over at the other side of the road which was nicely paved and had a tailwind and was rather jealous of you guys! haha! we had two riders get hit by a car today and totaled their bikes which is so scary...I think about the four ” |
–Joy Woppert |
”Hey Guys!!! Hope your ride has been going great and that you all are safe! We are in ND and still on route 2! Let Joy and myself know if you are on the same road maybe we will see you on the other side.... the newly paved side. Take care and we will see you all at WAC. Much love, Matt and Joy” |
–Matt and Joy |
”Greetings from Habitat for Humanity Village in Biloxi, Mississippi! Congratulations on your ongoing journey! Stay safe in the coming weeks, and I'll be thinking about you! Katherine, if you can survive food poisoning in Jersey, you can do anything! MWAH!” |
–Lexi P. |
”Hey Spencer, Jamie, Brian, and Katherine! I just watched your podcasts and made my mom come and look because I felt so cool... mentioning my name with the nuts made me feel like a celebrity. Ha. I love you guys and know that it must be tough upon a few occasions, but stick with it! You can do it... enjoy it you look like you are having so much fun! I am cheering for you! ” |
–Caroline Perry |
”I have goosebumps just reading all these encouraging words and after seeing your incredible video! WOW guys...you are AWESOME! I am inspired by you! KATHERINE......you're my hero! I miss you so much and am SOOOOO proud of you! GO, GO, GO! I'm cheering for you from the hills of VT! Can you hear me??? ALL MY LOVE to you and have a safe trip! LOVE YA SO MUCH, Sara :)” |
–name |
”I just watched your video and it is great to see all of you together out there enjoying the ride and each other so much. It is so exciting to be a part of the ride vicariously and I wish you all well on the rest of your journey. xoxo juliana” |
–Juliana |
”I just saw the video from the first three days - you all look wonderful! Hang in there! Stay safe! See you in August! ” |
–Lisa F. |
”awesome idea, you guys - and you're right; it is all about the journey. keep it going! :-)” |
–kevin foster |
”Great first video podcast! Looking forward to the next one!” |
–Rebecca |
”Congratulations Jamie, Spencer, Katherine and Brian on championing a fantastic cause! I'm editor of WhyQuit, the Internet's most popular cold turkey quit smoking destination. You're sure to encounter lots of smokers along the way who'll tell you they want to quit but just can't seem to pull it off. This link is to our 6 page quitting tips booklet with tremendous potential to change their life. http://whyquit.com/Tips2007.pdf I'm sure merchants along the way will allow you to print co” |
– John R. Polito |
”Hi guys! Although I think you might hear enough of this already, I just wanted to let you know that I am very proud of you and think of you every day. I hope you are having a lot of fun and enjoying the beautiful scenery as you trek across the country. Be well :) All my love! ” |
–Caitlin Orsini |
”Hi guys! Although I think you might hear enough of this already, I just wanted to let you know that I am very proud of you and think of you every day. I hope you are having a lot of fun and enjoying the beautiful scenery as you trek across the country. Be well :) All my love! ” |
–Caitlin Orsini |
”Hey whats up? How's North Dakota treating you guys. Everything here is good. I should be on the combine tomorrow hopefully. Well good luck and watch out for those crazy North Dakota drivers. Tyrel” |
–Ty aka( your crazy Montana buddy) |
”Hey Jamie and Spencer, great job so far and keep up the good work! I admire your stamina and heart! Looking forward to hearing all about your journey when you return to WAC in the fall - you'll have tons of awesome memories for sure. What a feat!” |
–Laura |
”Hey Jamie (and friends)!! I've had such a great time watching your progess, and I'm so proud of you! I really love the pictures from Montana.. one of my favorite states too! I hope you're doing well, I miss and love you tons, and can't wait to hear more about your adventure! PS- I wear my Ride for the Future t-shirt all the time :)” |
–Alexa |
”Ahh KatherineWilson, I am so proud of you! I'm proud of all of you! Stay strong and drink LOTS of water! Meet all kinds of interesting people, and take tons of fabulous pictures for me!! The house is in good hands!! Love, love, LOVE you to pieces! Hopefully I'll see you in August if I'm not gone by then!! ” |
–Katie |
”Spencer, You never cease to amaze me. I'm so proud of you! Be safe! ” |
–Ms. B |
”Seems like you guys are having an amazing adventure out there so far! Looking forward to hearing all about it this fall (provided we actually have a free moment this fall to sit and talk...). Ride Hard, Ride Fast, But Live the Adventure Slow. Best Wishes.” |
–Seth |
”You're my hero, Jamie! I tell everyone about how proud I am of you guys! My thoughts and prayers are with you every day. I hope you're having an amazing time! Love you! ps - ride faster!” |
–Sara |
”Jamie!!! You are amazing! I am so proud of you doing this ride! You have the toughest ride behind you now, and all that's left is a stead downhill to the Atlantic Ocean!!!! I love you so much!!!” |
–Marshall |
”Way to go Spencer!! I am so proud of you..keep up the great work!! lots of love, Aunt Penny” |
–Penny |
”"Good Luck and I hope all goes well!"” |
–Esh |
”Hey Spencer!! You guys are really incredible for doing this...rock those mountains and Black Hills...bravo to you all...California is listening!! Anni” |
–anni oh |
”You like to ride bikes all across the country Don't eat bugs, and don't eat lunchery Actually, eat lunch because you need energy to ride If you see a bear run and hide! Watch out for the ice, because you don't want to slide If you see a clown, you might get pied if you see a clown, you might have a frown if you see a pirate, you might get tied and have to walk the plank Your life is so not blank! Because you're on these bikes riding long Your legs will be very big and strong Everyone ” |
–Steffie and Gabby |
”This is so awesome that you are doing this!!!!!!!!!!! This kind of stuff would drive me CRAZY!!!!!!!!!!!!!” |
–Gabby |
”What an awesome and useful way to spend your summer!!! My grandmother died of lung cancer in 2004 and it's great to know that there are students dedicated to helping others quit smoking so that they may live a more enjoyable life and hopefully save them from having their life cut short. Keep riding and God bless!!” |
–Brittany |
”Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, Your perfect love is casting out fear. And even when I'm caught in the middle of the storms of this life, I won't turn back I know You are near. And I will fear no evil, for my God is with me. And if my God is with me, whom then shall I fear?” |
–Steffie |
” And I can see a light that is coming for the heart that holds on A glorious light beyond all compare. And there will be an end to these troubles, but until that day comes, we'll live to know You here on the earth.” |
–Steffie |
”Hi everyone! I have lots of respect for you all-stay strong! Jamie, this is our song from the Vineyard Oh no, You never let go, through the calm and through the storm, Oh no You never let go, in every high and every low, oh no, You never let go, Lord You never let go of me. Love you! ;) <3” |
–Steffie |
”Hi everyone! I have lots of respect for you all-stay strong! Jamie, this is our song from the Vineyard Oh no, You never let go, through the calm and through the storm, Oh no You never let go, in every high and every low, oh no, You never let go, Lord You never let go of me. And I can see a light that is coming for the heart that holds on A glorious light beyond all compare. And there will be an end to these troubles, but until that day comes, we'll live to know You here on the earth. ” |
–Steffie |
”Hi everyone! I have lots of respect for you all-stay strong! Jamie, this is our song from the Vineyard Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, your perfect love is casting out fear And even when I'm caught in the middle of the storms of this life, I won't turn back I know You are near. And I will fear no evil, for my God is with me, and if my God is with me, whom then shall I fear? Whom then shall I fear? Oh no, You never let go, through the calm and through the s” |
–Steffie |
”A song of encouragement! Jamie this is our song from the Vineyard You Never Let Go (Even Though I Walk) Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death Your perfect love is casting out fear and even when I'm caught in the middle of the storms of this life I won't turn back, I know You are near And I will fear no evil For my God is with me and if my God is with me whom then shall I fear? whom then shall I fear? Oh no, You never let go, through the calm and” |
–Steffie |
”Congrats on passing your 1,000 mile mark!! Be safe on the road. I look forward to seeing you in OH. ” |
–Ryan |
”Dudes, you are biking across the country, that is insanely awesome. I once biked across the country, but then I woke up, and realized I had just been sleepwalking around the neighborhood.....naked....suffice to say the neighbors were not pleased. But anywho hopefully my old biking mantra will be of some help to you guys: If the yolk is runny, then the gravel tastes delicious. Good luck guys.” |
–Tall Craig |
”Hey guys: With future leaders of the world like you, the planet and its people are in great hands! You all have such extraordinary international experience, and a desire to know and understand our global family. This is so wonderfully encouraging. Jane and I can't wait see you in Williston, ND in 3 days, and share a week of the journey with you. The twenty miles I put in on the bike this evening seems like a pittance by comparson to what you guys do on a daily basis--and yours for such a wond” |
–Victor and Jane Wilson |
”Comment: Hey Spence and the cycling posse! Best of luck for your yourney across the States, ride safely and don't let the mountains get you down!” |
–Fitz Jerome |
”Great Going Guys. Montana is one of my favorite states also, having spent two summer there. Glacier was our "lab". Jamie, I sent my sisters contact numbers for WI. to your WAC email. Keep pedaling. Remember: half of it is down hill :O.” |
–Dr. G. |
”Hi Guys!! I'm thinking about you! I think you should consider heading south for a quick trip to good 'ol Wyoming! You are so close! All down hill from here, oh and as I'm sure you've figured out, after the divide the wind is always from the west! I hope your legs and lungs are keeping as strong as your hearts!!!! ” |
–Aliina |
”Enjoy your adventure and stay safe!” |
–The Juromski Family |
”You guys are fabulous! I am so proud of all of you ... and can't wait until your visit in Ohio! May the wind be at your back and all hills be down ....Be safe on your journey and have a fastastic time ....! Love ........ Spencer's Mom” |
–Kim |
”Hi Katherine, Jamie and friends! I am SO impressed by what you all are doing! Any chance you would take a detour through the bay area? Just kidding! I will track you all along your journey. Post some pics from the road if you can. Never quit-- Just keep on peddling! ” |
–Kate Coletti |
”Hi Katherine, Jamie and friends! I am SO impressed by what you all are doing! Any chance you would take a detour through the bay area? Just kidding! I will track you all along your journey. Post some pics from the road if you can. Never quit-- Just keep on peddling! ” |
–Kate Coletti |
”Hey Katherine!!! Seems like it is going well and you are having tons of fun. I hope you get back to the east coast safe and sound with your friends. Keep on biking hard! Peace and Love!” |
–Meghan |
”HEY GUYS!!!! Hello from Fort Wayne, Indiana!! congrats on going this far...we should have planned our trips to connect somewhere in the midwest! We can't wait to hear some of your stories..and to share ours with you too! Love you, pedal safely! we've got the rockies to look forward too muah! ” |
–Joy and Matt |
”WAY TO GO!!!! Be careful and have fun too, enjoy America and don't fall off your bikes! Good Luck guys, we are all very proud of you!!” |
–Katie J |
”I am so proud of all of you and can't wait to hear about all the things you've seen along your journey! Be safe and HAVE FUN!” |
–Shelley |
”Katherine and friends, Just checking in to see how you all are doing and to say hi from the athletics department here at WAC! Hope you had a great 4th wherever you are. Take care! susanne” |
–Susanne |
”kat (and all): hope your ride is going well! we are thinking of you...and missing you of course! seattle's waiting for you when you come home!” |
–erin and ray |
”I heard tales of your journey from Lynn Beaber and thought I'd check up on you. You are amazing! What a great committment and a very noble cause! With every turn of your wheels you should be proud! Enjoy the ride. Tim ” |
–Tim Figgins |
”Dear Katherine, Jamie, Spencer and Brian, You are our heroes! Thank you for taking on this tremendous journey. You are an inspiration to your parents, your peers and to the world. God bless you! Jane and Vic Wilson” |
–Jane and Vic Wilson |
”Your first day is going to be great, and I am sure you will be sore, but keep on going. We are so proud of all of you!” |
–Brian's mom |
”Good luck! I know that you will enjoy this experience of a lifetime. Don't let the mountains get you down. Remember, there is always a downhill!” |
–Leona |
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