Here in Iowa

FInally arrived in Marshalltown, A city about 50 miles northwest of Des Moines -- after a mind numbing 12 hours with just 2 splash and dash stops.
But we finally arrived at my new found friend's house -- a local politician, and fellow Democrat -- and most interesting man. It's been fun discussing politics with him and looking at his collection of political buttons from presidential campaigns for the past 50 years.
Tomorrow at 7 am the 100 of us will board two buses for the western border of Iowa and set up our tents for the first night of camping. An 18 wheeler will carry the 100 bikes to the start.
Every one has butterflies from nerves, including yours truly. The forecast is for rain on Sunday and Monday. Let's hope not!