Bonjour from Louiseville, Quebec. Today, we rode from Quebec City to Louiseville, a distance of just over 105 miles. We started the morning at the Chateau Frontenac in Quebec City, a visible and well-known landmark with distinctive copper roofing (in various shades of copper and green that results from the oxidation of the copper) that rests high above the rest of the city. After doing the obligatory interviews (ESPN was so insistent and let's face it, makeup is not my favorite), we raced downhill a bit after 8:30 a.m. with a slight tailwind and a lightly tapping rain that kept us cool. Riding through rolling hills and farmland, we rode parallel to the St. Lawrence Seaway on Route 138, going through a number of small towns along the way -- just beautiful. After riding a bit, we noticed that we were keeping pace with a cargo ship out in the water (surely one of the newer ones that travels at breakneck speeds).
One of the things we always enjoy traveling is the variety of people you meet. Around 12:30 p.m., Matt and I talked about stopping for lunch. When he asked what we would be having, I quickly replied that we had packed peanut butter and jelly, chips, drinks and these smaller plums that we bought at a fruit stand along the way. Then it hit me; we had no bread! I had forgotten to pick some up and was now wondering where we would find bread in this extremely rural area of Quebec. Not five minutes later, as I was still pondering our next steps, I saw a sign for "pain", the French word for bread. Stopping quickly to check out the location, we introduced ourselves to the owner, a gentleman named Rejean. Occupation: breadmaker! With the loaves almost sold out, we purchased two deliciously toasted wheat crusted loaves, saw how he makes the bread in a woodburning stove, and asked that he join us for lunch. What a delight! My guess is that we will not see another bread maker during our entire trip and it was a great reminder that God is present in even the small details. Those familiar with the Old Testament may well think of the manna God provided to the Israelites in the desert; it definitely hit the spot.
In the afternoon, we hit a fairly strong headwind and encountered a few stronger showers. Turns out that Ike was on the way and really hit hard just after we finished. Tomorrow looks to be rainy as well (thanks Dan Brownlee for all your help with the blog, including the daily weather report) and we've got about 120 miles. For tonight, we're all doing well, will undoubtedly sleep well and are looking forward to tomorrow. See you out on the roads!
Charlie ("Slightly larger, yet Skinny Legs") Grandy
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7 comments:
God always provides at just the right time!!! - Dan Brownlee
God is in the details, Charlie!
"Those who place everything in God's hands will eventually see God's hand in everything." Keep placing your needs, and He will provide.
Love,
Jane & Morrie
Thanks for sharing this Charlie. This is great to read and you did a great job giving some real flavor to the geographic area you're riding through.
Andy Bengs
Dear Uncle Charlie,
Hi! We are at your house. Aunt Lori is taking good care of us. Leah let me wear her PJ's. Tomorrow we are going to the park. I hope that you stay safe.
Love, Abigail
It's so amazing how God provided you 2 lightly toasted loaves of wheat bread. God provides in awesome ways.
You are doing something that think is so cool! You are steping out in faith! God Bless You! We all will be praying for you!
Jack Sigman
Mr Grandy, You are so faithful. I dont know if i could do anything like that, i would be too shy. I want you to remember that God is with you and He will provide anything you need. Kinda like the breadmaker story- i guess its not really a story, more so a factual truth telling thing, but still. i will be praying for you. Its real cool what yor doing. Wha a great role model for me- and everyone else. Your a cool guy.Your sibling in faith,Anonymous
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