The longest day, 182 km! Well, it has been described by those who have done this cycle before as 'a really challenging one'; I was apprehensive about our long journey ahead and did not want to be pulled off the road for not making it in time. We were, however, blessed with intermittent sunshine and a light breeze for all 182km. It was a treat not be dodging wheely bins, branches and twigs but to enjoy the beautiful landscape and villages. Very French with vineyards and chateaus. We stopped for an obligatory cognac in cognac and made it in by 5pm with an average speed of 16.6 miles per hr. 2 days left. Can't believe I'm still in the game after such a tough start.
And of course, it's April fools day, so something has to be done. I approached our lovely caring Dr on tour and explained that I had a pressure sore that I acquired a couple of days ago which had probably got infected. He kindly offered me some antibiotics but I explained it really did need an examination, to which he scratched his chin, fumbled a bit and said 'well you're a nurse.' At this point, seeing he was hot and bothered, I let him off. How I love April fools.
And of course, it's April fools day, so something has to be done. I approached our lovely caring Dr on tour and explained that I had a pressure sore that I acquired a couple of days ago which had probably got infected. He kindly offered me some antibiotics but I explained it really did need an examination, to which he scratched his chin, fumbled a bit and said 'well you're a nurse.' At this point, seeing he was hot and bothered, I let him off. How I love April fools.