small flock of mixed animals with herders on remote roadway
opening to tiny cafe in Recuay – coffee stop
Older couple running cafe in Recuay – she picked the manzanilla plant for my tea
shepherd hut
I feel that my weary sleep deprived brain kept me from adequately describing these last four extraordinary days here in the Switzerland of the Andes. Time and internet also limited the photos I could post. If you would like to see some beautiful photos that may give you more of an impression of this area please look at Bike Dreams Facebook page. Wilbert, Robert and Susanna have posted some great photos of these last few days there. Well worth your visit. I’m even in one of them. I have three more days cycling in this area starting with a big climb today to one of the world’s highest towns at 4350 meters.
Hi Buckley, You are doing a hell of a good job. Especially at your age. I admire you greatly. Scott and Gloria just celebrated their 63 Birthdays on the 29th of Aug. It is also Gloria’s son Patrick’s BD
I wish I was able to be with you. I enjoy your tales immensely. What a great opportunity and blessing for you to be able engage in such a wonderful adventure. Keep up the good work,
We flew a couple of helicopters down to southern Chile during the big earthquake in 1960.
Uncle Orval.
Orval, good to hear from you! I’m lucky to have this opportunity to travel like this. Thanks for following along.
I should have said we carried the helicopters down to Chile in a C-124 Globemaster aircraft.
Buck-you are inspiring! Ed
Buck! We have been enjoying your fabulous blog. Excellent images, written and visual. Great news that you successfully surmounted the passes despite all and to read that you are extracting every bit of “juice’ from your journey. Thanks heaps for sharing your story!
You two would have a ball here. I bet you are there too!
Hey Buck! Just got my own connection to this here thing and wanted to say you write good… Hope you’re having the time of your life! Talk soon!
Good to hear from you Loren!
Thanks so much for sharing the wonderful descriptions of your journey. We are enjoying following along as are the kids. You are an inspiration to all. The photos are great & give an even greater glimpse into your travels. Stay safe & healthy! John & Sandi
Good to hear from you, John and Sandi! This has been a real adventure for me.