FAREWELL TO UMRI. We received an early-morning send-off by the students of the Helen Rose School of Nursing. Having covered 1,762.5 kilometers / 1,093 miles, we traveled the relatively short distance of 60 kilometers / 37 miles before noon. Our destination: Yavatmal, a thriving town that represents the beginning point of Free Methodist work in India over 100 years ago.YARDY FAMILY MEMBERS RIDE. We were joined by several guest riders for this stretch, including Donna Yardy (pictured below with husband Bob), David Yardy, and a researcher named Karie. We have enjoyed guest riders from time to time. Today was the first time we had two women riding in the group.
WELCOMED TO YAVATMAL. A group of local leaders welcomed us at the edge of town and escorted us by motorcycles to Shanti Bavan, the FM guest house and administrative center. There we were graced again with garlands and many well wishes. We are made to feel like some kind of special dignitaries, but we know full well that we are simply riding our bikes thru India in support of the people who have for many years dedicated themselves to a healing medical service in this area. They have shouldered a heavy financial burden; we are simply trying to bear it with them. Will you also help share the load? Together, it will be lighter for all and a promising future of professional medical service will be advanced.
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