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Whilst
yesterday was the most physically demanding day, today was the emotional.
Our son Steven's 7th birthday was always going to be a low point
for Jane. We were provided with a satellite link-up between Jane
in Italy and Steven, Rebecca and I in Leeds. A two minute conversation
on air was followed by a 20 minute one off camera.
This
was a surprise to Jane as she was able to see the children via monitor.
The link up could be unsettling for Jane and we all hope that she
returns to the saddle tomorrow not too despondent. With still 80%
of the ride left she need to keep a focus on the challenge.
As
for the cycling, an easy day of 70 miles (I know, I feel embarrassed
about making such glib remarks) and a further seven hours in the
saddle.
The
highlight was being able to watch the Giro Italia (Tour of Italy)
cycling in reverse what Jane had done yesterday with smaller climbs.
That said the cycling aficionados said it was a tough stage with
two second category climbs which says something for Jane and Luke
are achieving.
As
predicted the rest day on Thursday has been cancelled as Jane will
ride to the Cannes film festival from Monaco. Does Jane have a film
career beckoning? About as likely as getting some funds from the
wealthy folk with the yachts in the harbour.
Tomorrow's
stage heads down the coast to Alassio, quite a milestone as it's
the last full day in Italy, Arrivederci.
See
the full diary and bike route.
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