Bismarck to Dodge
The conditions were right again for our second century ride. Wind at our backs and overcast for most of the day. We did get some rain, but it didn't last long and actually felt kind of nice. Our long day brought us closer to the border of this state we've all enjoyed. Everyone always says how flat and boring North Dakota is, but we've found that to be not true. If you get off the interstate, you'll find that there are rolling hills and though different, the landscape is pretty in it's own minimalistic way. Perhaps most impressive about North Dakota is the people. Everyone we have met has been very friendly.
Tonight we are in the really small town of Dodge. Despite its size, the town has done a great job with the local park that is open to RV's and campers. They even built a nice bathroom and shower that I plan to make use of. I could easily go longer without a shower, but why pass up the opportunity when it's right in front of me.
Today I took the opportunity to "stop and smell the roses." There weren't any roses, but four friendly horses who let me pet them and feed them some yummy weeds they couldn't reach. When touring you don't always feel like stopping for things if your in a good rythmn or had a recent break. But, I was feeling the desire to stop and being able to hang out with some horses was nice. 
Tomorrow will be our last night in North Dakota. A strange time zone thing is going to happen. We crossed into the Mountain Zone today, will cross back into Central close to where we will stay tomorrow, and than back into Mountain on Thursday. Not sure what they were thinking when they drafted the line, it's all over the place.
