I am really glad I had a early start today as the weather is really hot 38c at the moment. It was a really warm journey although I took it at quite a pace.
It was a real sense of accomplishment cycling down from the town to the entrance of the Domain.
I did not know how I would feel, but the main sensation was one of relief.
Relief that I had made it, relief that I did not have any major problems, relief that I did not let myself or others down.
It took a lot of preparation both physically and mentally, but I must say, the most difficult part was believing in myself that I could do it. Well I managed it and hopefully once I have had a good sleep the satisfaction and sense of achievement will come to me.
When I met up with dad after a lovely lunch in the Santa Rose (unfortunately there was no pate art) I took dad around the Domain, Its very hot at the moment and hopefully it will cool before the Pilgrimage arrives on Friday. With the heat I will not attempt the Col de Tormalade as it will be to dehydrating.
I then had what I have been dreaming of for the last few weeks a nice cold beer at the Petit Fleur.
