Took the usual route in the AM and a different route in the PM. Entered the back of Cane Bay via Black Tom Rd. The difference is a toss up. Hwy 17-A, the usual route, is busy but at least it is 4 lanes. Black Tom Rd is only two lanes with trucks and cars that won’t slow down for a cyclist. The Cane Bay route is about 5 miles longer which isn’t a big deal but the chance of getting hit by a motor vehicle is about the same on both routes.

Wasn’t sure I had it in me today. Knew I was at least going to get a couple of cookies from the Cookie Chick at the Summerville Farmer’s Market. Made the decision to continue the ride after taking a minute to eat one of the cookies. Glad I pressed on. While emptying the trash from my jersey pocket at the farmer’s market my leg brushed against a poisonous plant. I guess it was poison oak or ivy.