The last week has been more than a little hectic…
I have been swamped at times by tides of emotion that have had me upbeat one moment and down the next…!!
I have been trying to deal with the fact that my long journey around the world is almost at an end and that a new and exciting journey with Patricia is about to begin… Those two things coming at the same time have been difficult to handle… Planning and executing a wedding is far more difficult than riding a bike around the world, this I can tell you…!!
There is also the thought that in a few days time I will be back in South Africa to see my family and friends who I last saw more than 32 months ago… With the arrival of each new day, I realise how much I have missed them and how much they mean to me…
The recent death of my dog Jessie, who I was also looking forward to seeing again, has not helped matters…
The hundred and one things that we have had to make last-minute arrangements for to keep our wedding plans on track, have kept us more than a little busy, and without the huge efforts of Patricia’s family, I have no idea how we would have coped…!! A big thanks to all, especially Karen who has done so much for us over the past week…
I have been able to make a few rides recently, which gave me a chance to “restore the balance” so to speak… These rides re-inforced the fact that being on the Big Fella always gives me the opportunity to put things into perspective, while simultaneously experiencing the thrill of zipping along with the wind in my face on a machine that has become such a big part of me…
I have taken a ride to Pennsylvania to meet up with Doug, who has followed my journey since 2010, and the past two days have brought back a little sanity…!! Yesterday, Doug rode all the way from central Pennsylvania to the Atlantic Ocean with me, which put the cap on my ride across North America…
Although I had arrived in Freehold over a week ago, I had not taken the bike to the coast to complete my Pacific to Atlantic run… As we stood on the beach at  Sandy Hook, on the very spot where Patricia and I will marry tomorrow, I realised that the last time I had seen the Atlantic Ocean proper, was in Rio de Janeiro, a very long way to the south…!!
Not being able to keep up with my writing has also been stressful… I know now without a doubt that I am only able to do this in isolation, along with a few very important “props”, such as a large bottle of water or Gatorade; a deep ashtray; and a selection of chocolate bars close at hand…!!
Without the above, I can’t seem to get my mind into gear, and hence the long gaps between my recent posts…
Today we have a dozen or so last-minute things to do to ensure that tomorrow goes as smoothly as possible and then all that will be left, is to stand and watch Patricia walk towards me on the beach at Sandy Hook…
I guess you’ll be wanting to see a few photos of THAT particular event…!! There will probably be a few up on various “Facebooks” long before I am able to get even one up on my website…!!
Right now I have to pack up and start another day of stress management…
Hang in there GB, are you allowing any fans to welcome you back home at the airport? If so please let us know what date and time you expect to land at OT? Regards…
Dear Patricia and Ronnie: Wish for you all the best in your lives filled with love, health and good precious moments. And tomorrow when you say: “YES”, brings with it to this a new challenge, the strength, understanding, the generosity for sharing the rest of your life full of happiness and love.
A great big hug with much love and good desires for you both.
HAVE A GREAT DAY AND LIFE TOGETHER!!!
With love, Carolina > Chile
All the best to both of you tomorrow. I have thoroughly enjoyed reading your adventures over the last 3 years. I think it is fantastic that you have met Patricia in your search. Lots of Love from both Janine and myself and good luck for tomorrow.
Every good wish to you and Patricia for tomorrow and the rest of your lives together. Look forward to meeting you in SA.
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Hang in there Ronnie we are on the plane headin your way
Our thoughts and blessings are with you. Exciting things happening in your life – enjoy them. We feel so priveldged to have met you and were able to be a part of your journey. Any now another journey starts…… wishing you both all the happiness you so richly deserve!
How long are you going to be in SA for? Hope to see you again and meet Patricia some day.
Lots of love and hugs
John and Michelle
Perth Austtalia
Everything of the best to you and Patricia for your wedding and future together. Look forward to meeting you in SA
Espero que possa traduzir do portugues. Tenho acompanhado teu percurso após tua passagem por Florianópolis. Concordo plenamente, que é bem mais fácil viajar de moto por um longo perÃodo, do que casar, entretanto, estas dificuldades, podem se transformar em uma enorme satisfação futura. Tudo de bom pra voces. E a propósito, a lua de mel sera com a moto?
Grande abraço
MT
Hey GB, I can only share in the other comments here….Bon voyage!
Hey there “Boetie”,
Wishing you and Patricia all the very best for your future wherever it may be. May there always be lots of love, luck and laughter in your marriage. Great health and some wealth too. Enjoy your new journey together as husband and wife. We look forward to seeing you at OR Tambo very very soon. Lots of love and big kisses,
Dad, Mom and Charmz
xxx
It was a surreal having the opportunity to meet you. Doug said the location for the Wedding is beautiful. We are thinking of you both on this special day. Today officially begins a new “road trip” filled with awe, discovery, love, happiness, peace, good health, and fun for you both. Congratulations!!
P.S. You are both welcome here anytime.