Tuesday, June 8th, Day 33
Marshfield to Ash Grove, Missouri (49 miles)

This should be our last day on the up and down hills as we are departing the Ozark Mountains. We can say, without reservation, this stretch of road had been very demanding and has had its toll on all of us. I can say, truthfully, I am very happy to be leaving the Ozark area. Very memorable people have been part of the past several weeks and we will remember them forever. This is our last day in “Misery,” I meant Missouri and we are looking forward to Kansas. We’ve heard some very good reports about Kansas. Some gal with the name “Dorothy” had her name mentioned. LOL.
The day started warm and stayed warm most of the day.
The ending was no different from past days…the hills were close together and we had plenty of them. Some good climbs, steep, and the last two hours were very difficult.
Very hot, very humid!
We are headed for Ash Grove City Park Tenting for the night..
I had an opportunity to speak with a man named Lee who is from the U.K.
He’s riding with the “Adventure Cycling Group!”
They are following the same route we are using. Lee said he is so enjoying the ride and loving our country. It’s so nice to hear. And I’ve enjoyed his accent.