Yay yay yay!! We're all relieved. :) Where will you spend the night?

Glad you are heading home. Your knee needs to rest and you've had a great journey. (((Hugs))) for taking care of yourself.

Moni, you have done more than most people could ever dream of.

Glad you were able to make that decision to do what is best for your body. Enjoy that train ride home and be proud of your accomplishments. I know that many of us here at the KT are proud to say we know you.

Right move. Can you get any pain relief *now*?

I missed your post about your knee, but glad you decided to head home and rest your knee. You have had an amazing journey. Most people would never even attempt half of what you have done. Be proud and grateful for the accomplishment and the memories.

How long will the Amtrack ride be? Hoping you'll see some great scenery from the comfort of the train seat!

Just a few years ago, I took the Amtrak from East Lansing, MI to Chicago. About 200 miles and nearly 4 hours. Too slow for words. Comfortable but very slow. I think Moni is closer to Chicago than I was so a bit shorter.

In Europe, the normal intercity train would cover that distance in less than half the time. Paris to Lyon is not quite 300 miles and the train takes less than two hours.

Have a good book to read and enjoy the trip. Another part of your adventure............maybe not planned, but still part of the adventure. It's always good to be flexible and go with the flow.

I am not in pain! Just hurt! And worried, that I am doing damage if I continue. I have been pushing my bike way more than needed in normal circumstances. My knee started to bother me when I got to Manitoulin Island.

I had the days off here and there but the relieve was only temporary.

no, I am not taking anything to keep it from hurting...cause that can do more damage, than just masking the hurt.

I am headed to Chicago, then Ft.Worth, to eventually take the Heartland Flyer to OKC.

All in all, a damn long trip, but way cheaper than flying and trying to find a box for the bike, and a way to get it to the airport.

You go, girl. You are an inspiration.

I, for one, am really proud of what you have done within the past year.

I'm glad you are heading home. Be careful.

Moni, listening to your own self talk during this journey has kept you safe, given you amazing adventures, fulfilled hopes, challenged others opinions of what matters in life, and now you're reinventing the journey. This isn't the end that you planned, but it's the one your true heart knows is best for you. You'll grieve the lost way for a time, but moreso you'll celebrate the journey you've been on for all the rest of your days to come!

If nothing else, this is confirmation that we all need to live for today, for tomorrow might not be quite what we expect. Thank you for that lesson today, I needed it. I do believe you used the phrase "it will be what it is"..and sure enough it is! I'm glad to have shared some time with you during this amazing "race", enjoyed your trip journal, and been stunned at your tenacity. The train will be taking you home to your next adventures, and I look forward to hearing of what's to come!

I've never ridden on Amtrak. Take some photos please...:0) It's ALL part of YOUR AMAZING journey!

Plot twist. I know this isn't what you had planned, but it's still an adventure. I hope you continue to enjoy it.

Yes, do take pictures of the Amtrak and continue your journal.