2 more scans and then I'm off
20 Jul 2012
Well, the bike is stowed on the new super-duper roof-carrier, the waterproofs are packed, the gears and chain have been de-mucked and lubed, the maps checked and the panniers are nearly packed ... I leave tomorrow (early) for North Wales and the pedalling starts on Sunday at 1300 from Holyhead harbour.
There's no going back now. I'm not in the best shape. The past 6 weeks have been a disaster from the preparation point of view and I continue to feel weak most of the time. I'm just hoping the occasional bursts of energy I get will coincide with the uphill bits. However I can reassure all you kind well-wishers that I will not over-do it.
This week I've had a CT scan and (today) a Bone Scan. The latter involved an injection of radioactive liquid which had to be allowed to seep into my bones for 3 hours. Then it was back to the hospital to lie, absolutely still, inside the scanner. I listened to a relaxation tape and even succeeded in dropping off. I then had to drink pints and pints (of water, not beer, sadly) to flush out the radioactive material.
I'm not in a rush to hear the results - they can wait until after The Ride.
Meanwhile, I've been greatly boosted by a better weather forecast and - most of all - by everyone's generosity in sponsoring me. I am now 97% of the way to my £5,000 target. Thank you. Last chance to donate now at: www.justgiving.com/Michael-Baker8
Now I can't wait to join the others on The Ride - their exploits, and physical and emotional ups and downs, make a terrific read. Do look at their daily blog.
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Roy Blatchford - 21 Jul 2012
Tour d'angleterre
Watching la promenade des anglais in France and urging you on from afar Mike!
Helen & Graeme - 24 Jul 2012
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Hello Mike. Not sure which stage of the Welsh bit of The Ride you're at, but our thoughts are with you and your stamina. You're an inspiration to many.
Much love. H&G
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