I do not have enough words in my vocabulary to express my sincere gratitude to my lovely wife Anita and her good friend Karen for the Greg’s Journey Send-Off party they created. The food, desserts and creative artistry on display rivaled a professionally planned event! In addition to Anita and Karen, well over 50 friends and family took time out of their busy schedules to stop by our home to wish me “Good Luck and Safe Travels!” The atmosphere was similar to an “End of Season” party because 95% of those attending were former and current Whittier Port Operations team members. 15 years ago we all worked together to make Whittier one of the most successful and effective cruise ship ports in the world!

”Are you traveling with a group?”  23 years ago I rode solo and will be solo again on this journey! Even though I am pedaling my bicycle West each day by myself, I will never be totally alone.” When I hit a low point on this journey, and it will happen, I only have to glance down at the photo on my handlebar bag. The photo is a picture of my grandkids, OMJSN! Their smiling faces, images of my family, and the memories I have of working together with all you will give me the strength to keep pedaling.

Please know that I will cherish the memories of my Journey Party, as well as all of your kind words of encouragement, prayers and emotional support as I travel West to Portland.

Cheers and Let the Journey Begin!

Greg