Monday, August 16, 2021

Napoleon, North Dakota to Gackle, North Dakota - August 15, 2021

Pelicans!

I woke this morning feeling good after the long ride the previous day. Packing up, I headed into downtown Napoleon and found the White Maid Diner.

Upon entering, I made the mistake of ordering too much food (a large pancake, cheese omelette and breakfast burrito). The latter two were extremely greasy…

After finishing the entire order, I started to sweat. I got to the point where I was considering heading to the restroom, but, instead, quickly paid and exited for fresh air. That helped. I figured that if I started cycling, I would begin working through the food and the feeling.

I grabbed a couple of sandwiches at a gas station before leaving town.

A short while down the road, I was feeling reasonably well. Pedaling cures.

Downtown Gackle
Tastee Freez
Honey Hub Directions

I cycled, with few stops, to the town of Gackle. When I arrived, I took a pit stop at the local Tastee Freez. I ordered an apple sundae and relaxed in the moment.

I then shot over to the Honey Hub, a “cyclists respite”, similar to a small hostel.

Honey Hub Information

The owners, Ginny and Jason, currently offer a separate part of their home to weary cyclists. Wil, a westbound cyclist who I met several days ago, let me know about the place.

Pizza in the Hub

The space operates entirely by donation. The world would be a better place if more people had this kind of giving attitude.

I spoke with the two for some time before I entered the Hub for a shower. They offered pizza and peas; I couldn’t refuse.

I spoke to Mom, Beth and Olin before calling it a night.

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