berries!

In Astoria we munched on some yummy tomatoes and blueberries from the farmer's market--lovely day here, and we finally invested in some sunblock as the rays are getting intense. My nose is quite pink after riding next to the ocean--the reflection doubles the exposure. Our Port Townsend friend took us on an edible berry walk and we have been snacking on the native salal berries that line the roadways. Very high in vitamins and a welcome break from the gas station food. We typically eat a lot of trail mix (nuts and berries and m and m's), apples with peanut butter, bread with meat and cheese, and granola bars for breakfast and lunch. For dinner it's a hot meal cooked on the camp stove, usually soup or a pasta dish. The convience stores have such a terrible selection! We are well fed, though. Every third day or so we eat out.

The sleeping bag situation is all worked out (I know you all were worried!) as we ordered a bag that arrived in Port Angeles. We have experienced a few flat tires, some dramatic blowouts, but overall the bikes are holding up well and spirits are high. It's fun to dismount at a store and get a superhero feeling, like you could leap over the building, all from hours of biking!