Danny’s Ride

To Ms. A’s Class –
Thank you for all of your support throughout your trip. We are glad that you have enjoyed the pictures and the stories. Keep studying and have a safe summer!

Danny,Drew and Ken too, I can’t think of a better reason to stop traffic!It’s to bad that the radio station did not know ahead of time… you would quite literally would have had a captive audience. mmm Maybe you could work out another escort .Danny,kat and I have a theory…eat more icecream!Drew,No flats today? Ride safe guys! You are in our prayers .Kelly and Tim

Danny – Take care of yourself, and get better! Drew & Greg will carry the torch for you while you recuperate. Leave it to Greg to get more donations by not wearing a shirt! You go, Greg – but don’t forget the sunscreen! Safe travels all.

Danny, I hope you raise so much awareness. It gives me the hope I need to keep surviving and struggling. I know if the Lord is with you during all this, he is with everyone during their times of struggle. Maralee is a dear friend of mine and I hope to see you soon, Elizabeth Shepherd

Gentleman,

I was on my way to work this morning listening to the radio Miss 103 they where telling your story… I just had to visit your website to read more. Keeping you all in our prayers br safe on the ride.

Lloyd

We are so proud of you guys. Danny, Regardless of how many hospitals you go to, you wont find one as good as ours, you know that, right?!? I am glad that you went in to get treated for the pneumonia. Left untreated, that could be bad news. You are the most motivated, determined, head-strong, strong-willed…must I go on? I am sure you have heard all this before. Hang in there, you will be back on 2 wheels in no time! Drew, you are awesome! Love the website and the pics.
Much love, Jennifer

Good luck with the rest of the trip! Hope everyone is doing okay!

Danny,
You seem to be fond of hospitals. Is it the cute nurses? Well, I hope this is the last one.
You’re doing a GREAT job & we’re all very proud.

Now you can drive Ken crazy riding with him in the camper.

We are praying for both of you to get well. Danny may the rest and medication work wonders. for you too Drew.
Melissa and Gary Aldridge

The Weiss gang is wishing you a speedy recovery!!!
Police escorts is truly the way to make time-
Jesse and Aaron were a bit jealous of the stop for lunch at sonic (we don’t have any near us, but they have seen the commercials for them). Jesse wants to know if you eat a lot at night after biking all those miles??? (I think he is angling for a way to eat more pizza).
Drew, I hope to meet you when we are in Iowa this summer.
Love,Peace and Rainbows
Michele, Rob, Aaron and Jesse

Keep Trying! (I’Jah) If you see a water moccasin take a picture of it. (Jesse) I hope Danny feels better. (Dowling) If you see another snake take a picture of it. (Jonathan) I wish Danny and his nurse could come see us. (Yone) Don’t get any more flat tires. (Aiyana) Try not to get by swamps. (Levi) Take pictures of your wheels. (Jaylen) Do your best. (Dari) Keep changing your tires. (KJ) The girls and I are still praying for you. (Ms. Deas)

You are almost home! We can’t wait!

Danny,
Hope it won’t be long before you are feeling better and back at it.
Police escorts down the interstate!! That must have been an awesome sight!

Hi Danny,
We’re so sorry to hear you’re not feeling well, but know that we will be praying for a quick recovery. I’m glad you’re listening to your body and taking care of yourself. We are so looking forward to seeing you all in Charleston. Continue to rest and recover. God bless you and be with you.
Love,
Marsha

Mr Leonard, I am praying that you have a speedy recovery. Hope to see you soon pedaling in to town. You are very much missed by your band kids and parents. You are such an inspiration to us all. Stay strong, sse you soon. Drew I love reading your blog everyday. I feel like I am right there with you guys.
Chris,Sandra,Xavier and Colby

hey fellows!!!it is sunday the 31st and all is well here.i am getting more and more excited about your arrival.anne gets her 2nd cemo.friday the 5th. keep me well informed about the day you get to augusta,as i may be able to join you there. be very careful now as you must be road weary by now .dont be so excited you get careless! wish i were looking at you ,butch

Hi Mr. Leonard! You remember me, right? The tenor!

I hope you do well! The band misses you! I will be at band camp.

Dear Drew and Danny,

Great job, guys! I can’t imagine what you’ve been through already, and we are very proud of your efforts. The blog is so well-written, too — Drew, I love the part where folks thought you were Lance Armstrong (I can see it, except you are much nicer!). We just voted for your choice by NBC News and made our donation (better late than never, right?) Good health and weather to you!

Barbara & Greg (Charlie & Greta, too)

Danny, you are truly amazing. We enjoy and are inspired by your website and trip log. Best of luck, wishes, and prayers for you, Drew, and Ken. Will be glad when you get back home to the Lowcountry safely.

Keep moving safely homeward! May there be no flat tires today!
hugs,
Melissa

Keep on biking! (Aiyana) Don’t eat that much steak in one day. (Levi) Don’t make your bikes fall. (Yone) If you see another Llama take a picture of it. (Jonathan) Keep on trying. (Dari) Keep on drinking lots of water. (Jesse) Good job fixing your bikes. (Jaylen) We like the pictures of signs. (Dowling) Keep doing a good job. (KJ)

We love you guys. We cannot wait for you to get home!

Ms. A’s Class

Hello Danny, You have been in our prayers at First Christian Church, Charleston, SC. You are a inspiration. I am Joel Silver, I teach Sunday school. Robin Smith turned me on to your ride. I am asking if you can speak to our church during vacation bible school, June 7-11, 6pm to 8pm, (anyday), you choose. We would love to help you as you and your team do this great work for our Lord. Yours in Christ. Joel Silver, 843-469-9359

Danny – glad to see that you’re keeping your word… no more 100 miles/day trips, just 85 Hope you have a great day tomorrow – we’re praying for you guys!

Love,
Jason and Maralee

“competitive” OMG Drew will push down OLD LADIES to win in a friendly game of Spoons! Yup, the old fashion “Spoons” and Drew is all elbows and pushing! NOW look at his tire count….@Chip, Jayne and CJ Wochomurka

Thoughts and prayers continue for you all. Looking good, fellas! Hope to see you home soon.

Danny, Drew & Ken,
What an experience you three are having!! I love following your blog and seeing what each new day brings. Take care and see you on Folly Beach!

Hey guys- Mrs. Brooks here- hope you had a good one today. It was very humid and rainy here today, hope you had some better weather where you are. Andy flew out of Omaha today for New Jersey and the USGA headquarters- part of his internship with the Nebraska golf association. Dave is interning with Hoffman’s orthopaedic group in the physical therapy area. Mark and I??? We’re busy with school as usual. A few rainouts today though. Thought of you yesterday on the stationery bike in the weight room. Not exactly the same. Keep it up and God’s blessings to all of you. Marta

Drew,
Mrs. Speth here. Go Drew go. You knwo John Lennon said it best.. well at least he SANG it best ..lol
its a a Long and Winding Road… hang in there, “Keep pushing on, keep pushing on” like REO would say too lol. Seriously it is a very admirable and noble thing you are doing. Ride safely and enjoy the beautiful scenary as well. Go Drew, Go Danny. God Bless. The Speth Bulldog Family

Hey Drew, Danny and Ken! Glad to hear everyone is healthy and that you are bookin the miles! BE CAREFUL! And Drew, we always knew you were an over-achiever….you are really excelling in the flat tires! ha!

Take care, be safe and know we will be ‘watching’!
Love to you all, Chip, Jayne and CJ Wochomurka

Danny & Drew – Your story, your goals, and your fortitude are amazing. I’ve just read your story, after hearing about it from Diane Rosenberg (Greg’s mom) who is my best friend. I will pray for your safe arrival in SC. Stay dry, stay safe, pedal hard, and watch out for Greg! Oh, yes – get some rest, too! Good luck for the remainder of your journey!

cant wait to see you back in south carolina

Dear Drew and Danny- I had been thinking about you two and was told that you had some medical roadblocks but were now back on the trail. What a great achievement for you each day as you set out and finish. I cannot imagine seeing the countryside of the United States like I see the cornfields of Scott County when I do my 1 hr loop out Utica Ridge, over F-55 and back on Jersey Ridge. It must be magnified many times over. I keep all of you in my prayers each and every day. May God bless your efforts, strengthen you and uphold you to the end. Marta Brooks

Both of you are such an inspiration! I hope the weather cooperates, and that the wind is always at your back>
Love, Peace and Rainbows
Michele

Danny, Drew and Mr. Driver Man,
I talked to you you when you were in Corsicana having lunch at Whataburger. (I was the girl asking how to alleviate “sore bum” when riding). I’ve told quite a few people about your trip and feel honored to have had the chance to talk to you and find out about your travels. I hope you have many good miles and fair weather during your travels.

Good Afternoon Drew and Danny,
Hope your ride is going well. You are inspiring me every day to get out there and ride the Bettendorf – Davenport bike paths! A small task compared to what you are doing! Your mom and I keep each other motivated to get riding after work or early weekend mornings. Of course, my early is a little later than Jackie’s.
How lucky you both are to be able to take this trip. We have read the articles in the Bettendorf News and your mom has shared some of your adventures too. Sitting here at my desk, I am so envious of your great bike ride.

Cindy Smith

hi guys!. it sounds like you are eating too too much in texas. come on home , love butch

Drew, I was so impressed to read about your ride in the Bettendorf News. What a cool thing you are doing! You are at such a great time in your life to be able to experience something like that. My mother always told us that travel and education were two things that no one can ever take away from you. You are doing both right now…learning so much as you take this journey! Way to go. Keep up the faith as you continue on! Many blessings to you and your traveling companion! Sincerely, Maureen Conrad

Danny & Drew (Ken too!)- WOW! Drew’s mom e-mailed all of the “Basketball Mom’s” to let us know what Drew was up to… what a journey! Know that we are praying for safety and success with this adventure and great purpose! One of my best friends just finished her last round of chemo for Burkets Lymphoma and is totally wiped out. Thank you for bringing attention to such a deadly disease!

May God’s richest blessings be on the three of you!

Danny & Drew,

50 oz. – you’ve got to be kidding me. Like Marsha said, we’re following you, telling everyone about your trip, in short, we are so proud of both of you. Thinking and praying for you every day. Can’t wait to see you in Folley.

Davis

Dude, Corsicana?!?! I’ve been there a couple dozen times!!! Did you head east through Malikoff? Dude, see you guys in a few days…if I survive the journey.

Hi Danny,
We’re still following you all. Seems like everything is going pretty smoothly right now. I can’t believe you’re less than 2 weeks away from Charleston. We’re still praying and telling everyone how proud we are of all of you. Keep enjoying the food. That sounds like one of the best parts of the trip! Take care.
Love,
Marsha

Good morning to Danny, Drew and Ken
Yesterday was such a great day and one that I will not soon forget. I missed the team in Dallas, but was able to catch up with them on Texas 22 outside of Hillsboro. It has been lots of years since I have seen Danny and there he was, after a little chasing around Hillsboro trying to find him. Like how could I have missed a bright yellow bike top!!! Every day should be filled with such joy and caring. You are all next to my heart and my best wishes for a safe and succesful journey to Charleston. Wonderful meeting Drew and Ken and hoping to see you all in June.

Lots of love to my heros.
Charlene and Sassy

Good Morning Gentleman!Isn’t Texas great! I just loved living there.I know everything is bigger in Texas but a Fifty ounce steak! Wow I am speachless! I can’t believe you both ate fifty ounce steaks and then desert too! Fifty ounces of icecream maybe!It sounds like you are having such a great time in Dallas.We loved the pictures! Drew is that a mustache I see? Sending you big hugs from Arizona!

Hey Mr. Leonard,
My daughter, Megan (from BSS), and I wanted to let you know that we are so proud of what you and Drew are doing. We hope that the rest of you ride goes smoothly, and Megan is looking forward to seeing you in band when school starts back in the fall!

Patsy,

My Darling sister,
As far as eating more beans and other food that has protein. You see, WE ARE IN TEXAS!! – THE BEEF STATE -_BAR-B-QUE – When I get home,- I will go back to my Chicken, vegatables and fruits – but dear one-not until!!

I really do appreciate your concern – don’t worry!!
Love you,
Hog Nog @Pat Howard </

Christina,

I will pray for your aunt. I’m so very sorry that she has to deal with cancer at her age that has spread throughout her body. The Lord will surely take care of her. We all will be praying for her.

May God bless you and your family always,

Danny

@Christina B.

Drew you need to take care of yourself! This is a long trip and a couple of down days will do you good. I talked to your mom today and told her I look forward everyday to my email from “Dannys Ride” and your blogs. At first I wasn’t too sure of what you would have to say but you have really become quite the story teller!!!!!!!!!!!! You will have such wonderful memories to share with your family. Take care Drew and you are in our thoughts daily!
Love ya

Hey, Danny! “Cap’n Bill” wonders about the kind of steaks you guys ate. He says he hopes they had bones, ex. T-bone, because that would account for a good bit of the weight. Otherwise, he says you don’t need that much and save some for him! Well, it sounds delicious but kinda scary to me. How about beans and/or peanut butter for some of that protein? “Whatever”–take good care of yourselves and try to get some REST sometime, bubba John! Love ya, “Patsy”

hal keeps throwing out my letters for spelling etc.but here is one more try! i am praying for you daily ,and heart aches to be with you .give me a call,butch

Hey Guys … can’t wait to take you all out to dinner while I stress to you that you need to give your bodies some downtime and rest. Drew, I don’t usually misplace things but I lost your number. Call me .. I sent my number via twitter. See you all soon!

Danny & Drew
Take care to REST on your rest day to get your health back,