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Saturday, March 21, 2015

Introduction

Barrier islands often form in chains along coast lines where shallow water extends several miles out to sea.  Narrow inlets between them allow river flow to pass through.  Such are the islands called Outer Banks. 

I am not especially brilliant in wanting to cycle their 200-mile length, just tenacious and open-minded.  For brilliance I substitute shrewdness, daring, and a mind always running away toward frontiers.  When faced with a challenge I seem receptive to unorthodox methods.  Please join me in this offshore adventure.  Your comments here are welcome.

I will fly to Norfolk, Virginia on March 31 and return home April 29, posting here nearly every day.  Your comments here are welcome.
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10 comments:

  1. JunnieStarMarch 25, 2015 at 11:07 AM

    Here you go again, Sharon! LOVE IT! And, I know you do too.

    Personally, vicarious is working quite nicely for me as I tune into your blogs in my cozy mountain cabin, content with nearby excursions by car and on foot.

    You certainly have many Celebrated Cycles in your life and I for one am so happy you share with those of us who aren't quite that adventurous.

    I'm looking forward to the photos and the accounts (remember to post a pic or two of YOU)

    Bon Voyage!
    Junnie

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    1. SharonMarch 25, 2015 at 2:51 PM

      Thanks Junnie, and yes, I will send pictures, words, and rocks from wifi spots to your cozy cabin whenever opportunity allows. Rocks may come via plane on my return. And thanks for commenting here on the blog for all to see. I have received 12 comments so far by email, but yours is the first on the blog. I hope others will follow your lead.

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  2. KathabelaMarch 31, 2015 at 6:12 PM

    fly off
    to your outer pranks
    April Fool

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  3. KathabelaMarch 31, 2015 at 6:14 PM

    I see Yes, It is flying day, March 31. Looking forward to all your interesting and creative stories. I know you will have a warm welcome, I hope it is a wonderful month of adventure, inspiration, new friends and fun. We'll miss you, but you are good at making us feel like we are there!

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  4. DebbyMarch 31, 2015 at 9:54 PM

    So looking forward to seeing your photos and reading your stories. Always interesting and entertaining!

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    1. SharonApril 1, 2015 at 8:28 AM

      Thanks Debby, I am in Virginia now, getting the bike ready and me ready for tomorrow morning's departure into the north section of the Outer Banks. The first two days will be primitive, with no roads, camping necessary. I will come out near Kitty Hawk, with pictures and a report from there.

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  5. JunnieStarApril 5, 2015 at 9:42 PM

    What a great way to spend your birthday!
    HAPPY BIRTHDAY SHARON ... HAVE FUN 'FOOLING AROUND' OUT THERE IN ACTUAL ADVENTURELAND

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  6. AnonymousApril 6, 2015 at 10:41 PM

    Very informative about an area that seems remote to me. I'm still trying to understand what causes these Outer Banks to exist. Tropical islands have coral reefs which hold offshore sand banks. But it's all the mystery of a sinking coastline (unknown in California's rising coast line).
    Lee

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