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Cruising DC
12/28/07 @ 07:39:07 am, Categories: Updates, 395 words   English (US)

For over 3500 miles I’ve had a vision to concentrate on, a destination to pedal towards. The Jefferson Memorial. I’m still digesting so more will be written but here is a pic post for today…

At first, all I saw was a pinpoint of light at the end of a long dark tunnel. As I got closer the pinpoint grew to allow light in, I could see the dome, then the columns, all in my mind. For the most part though, I could only see the road directly in front of me. The finish was too fantastical for little ‘ol me to fathom. Just a vision of light at the end of a tunnel.

Then, it was there.

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and it was no longer just little ‘ol me, but I was with friends and family. The Ron Paul Riders were almost there…

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But first, we had a few places to ride past

Arlington National Cemetary


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The Reflecting Pool

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While taking the above pics a young gentleman came up and said, Excuse me but… you are the Ron Paul Rider, I’ve been following you… I can’t believe I am here while you are… when did you arrive? Just now!!! OMG!!! - lol

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We went and paid respect at the The Wall, respectfully declining to take blog pics

Then, it was off to circle the Whitehouse :>>

I rode around, people were snapping pics left and right, even the cops were smiling


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As we circled the Whitehouse we caught site of the Capitol

and Tony was, again, sign waving

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As we left the ellipse we caught site of Jefferson’s Memorial again, we were getting closer

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but first we had some special places to display the flag.

As we rode past the building I was inspired to “salute” for the entire time. People were smiling and laughing as they saw me giving the institution the “salute", with our flag flying behind.

Then it was Pennsylvania Ave to the Capitol

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and the Supreme Court

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Now we had circled all three branches of our Gov’t and it was finally time to end this little jaunt. On the way we circled the Washington Monument.

And we were getting closer


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And suddenly I was there

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A generous supporter was waiting (thanks Hersh)

who gave a great final ITW vid

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Here is the writing on the wall

GO RON PAUL!!!

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Comments:

Comment from: Karen [Visitor] Email
Congratulations!


I am so proud of you and all that you accomplished ....


I LOVE the pictures with the "Don't Tread on Me" flag in front of the 3 branches of government! I laughed so loud I scared my cats!


PermalinkPermalink 12/28/07 @ 08:41
Comment from: Daniel N. Adams [Visitor] Email
Congratulation! from Athens, Georgia. Today, Ron Paul Riders are Heroes, I solute you (not the IRS solute, a real Audie Murphy one).
PermalinkPermalink 12/28/07 @ 09:15
Comment from: Ed Vallejo (Ron Paul Rider #3) [Visitor] Email · http://ronpaul.meetup.com/7/
Michael,
I sit here literally in tears of joy to see you finally arrive at your goal. Seeing the "Don't Tread on Me" flag released so much emotion I can't begin to relate! Thank you from the bottom of my and America's heart for your efforts to "make men free".

"RON PAUL LANDSLIDE WIN IN NEW HAMPSHIRE!"

Film at 11.
PermalinkPermalink 12/28/07 @ 11:53
Comment from: Crystal [Visitor] Email
I love what you guys are doing!! Thank you so much for fighting for this great man and our last shot at turning this country around. If all of us could muster the conviction of people like you the world would not need men like Ron Paul to bat for us. Thank you thank you!!!
PermalinkPermalink 12/28/07 @ 14:02
Comment from: Anna [Visitor]
We are proud of your accomplishment, here in Oklahoma!
PermalinkPermalink 12/28/07 @ 16:18
Comment from: cindy davis [Visitor] Email
Awesome Michael. I am crying as I write this. I lived in the DC area for years and never went to see the Jefferson Memorial. Mahalo for bringing it to me now. Now it means so much to me because of our statesman and leader, RON PAUL. How proud I am of all you have accomplished. I know you are far from finished.
Hugs and prayers,
cindy
PermalinkPermalink 12/28/07 @ 20:29
Comment from: Markus & Cristine Kreitzer [Visitor] Email
Michael!!! We are in such awe at the amazing determination you've displayed in spreading Ron Paul's message through America!!! Congratulations from Montgomery, Alabama!!! We enjoyed your stay and are honored to be joined in such a revolutionary cause!!! It's Americans like the Ron Paul supporters everywhere that would make Jefferson proud of his legacy...

"All tyranny needs to gain a foothold is for people of good conscience to remain silent." -Thomas Jefferson

God Bless!!
PermalinkPermalink 12/28/07 @ 20:55
Comment from: Pete [Visitor]
Congratulations! What a great honor to be associated with people like you and this great movement! I loved the picture with you and your mom hugging in the end. That to me was very moving. Your mother should be so proud of you! You will be always be remembered as an inspiration that touches the deepest parts of our human spirit. I salute you from Los Angeles, CA where you started this magnificent journey from. I hope someone creative can create an awe-inspiring youtube from your ride!
PermalinkPermalink 12/29/07 @ 01:39
Comment from: Jody [Visitor] Email
Riders!

It was great to meet you all in Athens! So proud that you did fly the flag in DC!

Your journey has been inspiring and beautiful!
PermalinkPermalink 12/29/07 @ 07:40
Comment from: Kelley J Burke [Visitor] Email
Congratulations my dear friend, I knew you could do it. I can feel the excitement you are feeling inside your heart the accomplishment, the thrill, the yes I can and yes I did it. Look at me!!!! This was for RON PAUL!!! The little things that I have done for RON PAUL gave me self-gratification and self-confidence that yes I can do this and yes I did do this and it was to help RON and I Loved doing it; for me it felt huge but compared to you it was a small feeling of Joy.

I respect you in all you have done and what you stand for. Especially the kind of person that you are. Keep up the standards of the way your life is. It is an important part of who you are.

And remember if your ever down this way again (Anderson SC) you and your guest are more than welcome to stay here. Congratulation Again

Your Friends from Anderson SC
Kelley & Eric
PermalinkPermalink 12/29/07 @ 20:48
Comment from: Rick Gomez [Visitor] Email
Aloha! My Brother!!!! Congratulations From Gulfport, MS!!!! We are all so proud of what you have accomplished!!! After I met & talked with you, I had no doubts whatsoever that you would complete your mission!!! Wish I could have been there in person to share that proud, special moment of your life with you, but ALL of us across the country were there with you in spirit. You are a very special person, Indeed, Michael. I am very, very proud to have met you. Now bask in your glory and enjoy your truly amazing accomplishment and GET SOME REST!!! You've CERTAINLY earned it!!! The REVOLUTION continues, we've still much to do. "The woods are dark, the woods are deep, and we've miles to go before we sleep, miles to go before we sleep" Warm Tight Hugs, Bro.!!! ~IMAGINE~ Peace AND Freedom! RICK
PermalinkPermalink 12/29/07 @ 23:54
Comment from: B.J. Lawson [Visitor] Email · http://www.lawsonforcongress.com
Michael (and Ken and Shirley...) Congratulations. Wow. What an emotional post. It was such an honor to ride with you, and I'm still waiting for Dean to get back so I can get some pics up with my blog post. This is going to be a great 2008!

BJ
PermalinkPermalink 12/30/07 @ 22:14
Comment from: Dana and Ed [Visitor] Email
Thank you from WA state. We have been following your progress
from CA to DC! May you be blessed all the days of your life. You
are a true hero and patriot.

God Bless, Dana and Ed
PermalinkPermalink 12/31/07 @ 02:53
Comment from: Jim Boeve II [Visitor] Email
Congratulations Michael! I followed you through out your journey and wish I could have joined you. Part of all us Ron Paul supporters were with you though! I enjoyed all your videos and seeing all the different faces and places you visited. Way to go man, you are truly an inspiration to us all!

Thank you!

GO RON PAUL!
PermalinkPermalink 12/31/07 @ 21:51
Comment from: Guest [Visitor] Email
I wish you guys got more media coverage this is incredible I really respect you guys and the message you are trying to bring to everyone.
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