Ride 2 Recovery Day 4: Guest Blogger Kristy Swanson!
by Ride 2 RecoveryHello, Everyone following us! Today was my first day on the ride, riding from San Simeon to Pismo Beach. I cannot even describe what a rush it is to ride along side our Wounded Warriors; it is an absolute Honor! They all have been so incredible towards me, making sure I know what I am doing and don’t get hurt.
Actress Kristy Swanson
I admit, I did have one spill at a rest stop today. LOL! It was my own fault not getting out of my clips properly. So, of course, I fell in front of everyone! They picked me up, dusted me off, and patted me on the back. Several guys said, “Oh, we’ve all done that several times!” They made me feel at home.
I love this ride and all these wonderful people I get to hang out with. I pray tomorrow will be as rewarding as today. Everyone tells me it’s going to be tough and I am so sore after my first day. But I am bound and determined to make it to the finish on Saturday!
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Riders as far as the eye can see
Today’s ride from San Simeon to Pismo Beach pushed us past the halfway point of the ride. It also put the R2R warriors into our traditional area of community support. Beginning with the reception in Cambria all the way down to Pismo, the towns and community really came out to show their appreciation for the sacrifice these wounded heroes have made to serve our country.
USMC Dan “Doc” Jacobs
Today also marked the addition of three riders. Chad Fleming and actor Kristy Swanson joined up and brought even more energy to the group. Even R2R stalwart Larry Jester finally made it out.
The Dog has a great view
The group left San Simeon in one big group. It was a great way for everyone to talk with those they have not yet met. The best part of the day was knowing that Otis Spunkmeyer fresh baked cookies would be waiting for us at the finish. The other thing this leg of the ride is known for is the outpouring of support from the kids at schools along the route. It is amazing the affect screaming kids can have on a bunch of grown men and women. The calls of “USA, USA…,” “We Love You!,” and “Go USA!” could be heard from blocks away. There is much to say about how much it means to us to see this outpouring of support. It really is fun to see
Kids welcome us to town
Tomorrow ends with Dennis Miller….. – John Wordin
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She'll always be the REAL Buffy to me!
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Way to go Kristy! This is a cool event! It would be great if more celebs got off their soap boxes and got on their bikes!
Kristy has just raised her personal stock with me several notches…
Not just money, but decided to sweat along with the rest of the gang…
Gotta really admire that…
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This sounds like a great event for a great cause. My heart felt thanks goes out to all of those in the military and especially those that continue to pay a price for our freedom each day with disabilities and health problems related to their valiant sacrifice.
(On a much lighter and slightly sophomoric digression; Kristy Swanson is one of the hottest women on the planet. I'm guessing her participation in the race didn't hurt troop morale.)
Thanks for keeping us informed. I wish I could be there to cheer on and thank all of vets and their families.
Well, don't forget that Sarah Michelle Geller is allegedly conservative. And she kicked butt, too!
I liked them both as Buffy. Kristy Swanson's was a bit more campy, but the TV show was also well-done on many levels.
Christy, I'll always love you in The Chase!!
As the wife of a soldier that was lucky to return safely from his second tour in Iraq, I appreciate what these people are doing. And I appreciate that a Hollywood celebrity is joining in (and I don't care if she ever voted Republican or not). It's not about party, it's about caring for our troops. Kristy – thank you. God Bless You!
I didn't know that they would be in Westwood tomorrow and so I'm bummed because it would have been nice to be there to greet the riders as they made their way to the V.A. But we have other family plans.
Kudos to all for this!
God Bless America!
I saw WWP is building a new hospital in Maryland. Such an amazing group of folks. Thank you BH for highlighting them and Kristy Swanson for caring enough to ride along.
Kristy Swanson: The original (and beyond the shadow of a doubt HOTTEST) Slayer.
F@ckin' A right she is!
Great Job Kristy!
I loved you as a tennis hottie in the Program!
I'd like to point out that while Sarah Michelle Gellar looks more like Skeletor every year (eat something, dammit!!), Kristy looks almost identical to how she did back when she filmed that movie.
C'mon, do you really need an answer to that?
Kristy,
Saw you in "The Chase", "8 Heads in A Duffel Bag" and "Dude, Where's My Car?" …. Enjoyed them all. Also fell in severe long-term lust with you.
Thanks for being stand-up and helping the troops.
Be kind to sailors!
You love her so much that you you spelled her name wrong. :/
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