At some point, during the telephone conversations that I have had with Ben, there is always a point when Ben mentions how patient, understanding, caring and kind Paul has been/is with him during the course of each day's pedalling. Ben's phone calls always include the words 'I couldn't have done it without him'. Paul is a great source of motivation and inspiration to Ben and, at times, it must be very difficult and frustrating for Paul - particularly if he is feeling 'super fit' for another few miles and Ben needs to call a halt to the day's cycling.
Added to which, there is the huge responsibility of cycling this long ride on a 'one to one' basis with a Parkinson's Disease sufferer.
Added to which, there is the huge responsibility of cycling this long ride on a 'one to one' basis with a Parkinson's Disease sufferer.
Not only is Ben so very grateful to Paul for everything but, now that I have become adjusted to Ben having Parkinson's and it's 'knock on' effects on a person, I also cannot thank Paul enough for accompanying and 'watching over' my old man.
I am positive, because he is such a self-effacing man, Paul will not relish me adding this to the blog - but, for once, he is unable to answer me back and is powerless to remove this from the blog!
There you go, Paul - this is for you, with heartfelt thanks from Ben, myself, Melissa and Luke ..... and with love
Jenny
I am positive, because he is such a self-effacing man, Paul will not relish me adding this to the blog - but, for once, he is unable to answer me back and is powerless to remove this from the blog!
There you go, Paul - this is for you, with heartfelt thanks from Ben, myself, Melissa and Luke ..... and with love
Jenny
What I want to know is does he have a hat or has the sun burnt the image of his cycle hat onto his head?
ReplyDeleteRichard - am not sure where you are coming from (is anyone sure?)but, if you are not taking the proverbial again and are serious ....he wears a helmet and, because of the gaps in the thing, he looks like a tiger when he takes it off.
ReplyDeleteIs that what you wanted to know? If so, get back to your photography and I thought you would be in Le Puy en Velay today - or are you prioritorising and clicking your camera for 'The Sun' or 'Daily Sport'?
Jenny
Hi there peddlars,
ReplyDeleteHad a night in norfolk mountainous cf Lincs! Thinking of you and those uphill struggles! Doing a fantastic job shame that you can't admire the views! Still the fuel en france must be good even if only le picnic! See the interferring daughter has been on the blog! Hope all welll with you both. No sign of swine flu? Take care. Adieu R
You two just keep peddling because you are doing a great job and deserve every penny that has come your way for Parkinsons
ReplyDeleteLots of love Graeme and Angela