Messages

gokhan. Wednesday 23rd June

hello (merhaba) paul....we still remember to you..i wish you are ok at now..ım gokhan who work as a bellboy atakoy marina hotel from istanbul..god bless you mr paul..when ı see a cycle any time, you are coming in my mind...we wish that when you were staying here , we could show hospitality to you..take care yourself..

John & Hilary. Tuesday 1st June

Have a good journey home.

See you soon.

Iain. Tuesday 1st June

Happy Birthday Paul.

What a journey!

I've been logging in every night trying to rationalise the distance you have travelled, and it came back to me what a special time I had had working with you in the past and what an extraordinary person you are.

All the best Paul.

Iain

Tony, Ange, James and Sian. Monday 31st May

Many congratulations. There are roses climbing up the trellis.

David and Jo Cassidy. Sunday 30th May

Dear Paul

Brilliant. Well done on reaching your target. We are sure you will reach £10,000 yet - you deserve to. Safe journey home and we must keep
in touch.

Best wishes
God bless
David and Jo

Sue & Steve. Saturday 29th May

Happy Birthday for Monday Paul!!! Hope you have a great one - it will certainly be particularly memorable this year!

All our love
Sue, Steve and family xxx

Ann Marie. Friday 28th May

Dear Paul
Congratulations on reaching your goal- I am filled with admiration for what you have achieved and what your sponsorship will accomplish!

Sending you Happy Birthday wishes and wishing you a wonderful stay and safe journey home.

In my thoughts and prayers
Ann Marie

Shirley & George. Thursday 27th May

Hello Paul, We do hope that after such a 'long trek' you have managed to're-charge your batteries ready for your much easier journey home
to Jacinta and your lovely family. What a homecoming it will be for you all. We will see you next time we visit Eileen, which we hope will not be too long. Until then 'Carry on resting'. God Bless.
Love Shirley & George.

Eileen Thompson. Thursday 27th May

Hi Paul, Congratulations on 'Reaching your impossible dream'. Will now have to call you 'Paul Quixote' 'The Man from La Manchester'!!! Looking forward to seeing you soon.
Lots of love, Eileen.

Foundation Stage at Roach Vale Primary School. Wednesday 26th May

We hope you have hed a good sleep now. We hope you enjoyed Brother James'
birthday. We are pleased that you have raised lots of money. We had a fundraising week last week and raised over £300 to help Jaya Chandarin.
Please say "Hello" to Jaya Chandaran from all of us. We are looking forward to seeing your pictures of India. We hope you have a safe journey home.

Well done for getting there! From Roach Vale Foundation Stage.

Lucas & Zsofia. Sunday 23rd May

Hi Paul

Amazing to see that you could get there! Congratulations!

Click to see our pics together(sorry because i didn't send before):

Picture 1
Picture 2
Picture 3

PS: And don't forget what i offered(the video)

Let's keep in touch by e-mail, you have it, if you still interested in that, just tell, but, write me anyway...

Zsofi and me are sending you a big hug

It was very nice to meet you here in szeged and we truly hope to see you
again someday

Byeee

Mark and Clare Fraser. Sunday 23rd May

Hello Paul.

We've been following your journal, but only just discovered this messaging system.

What an experience that must have been, and what an amazing achievement.
Well done doesn't nearly do it justice.
Enjoy your time there and your trip back.

Stephen is pledging £1000 for you - he can't donate it on-line for a few days, but wants you to know that it's on it's way.

Love,

Mark and Clare xx

Brendan. Friday 21st May

Well done Paul!
Now have a fantastic holiday
Brendan Sheila Katie and Michael xxx

Doreen Allcock. Thursday 20th May

So glad you have arrived! Love the picture I have of you in my mind, just sitting quietly next to Bro. Jim, the utter feeling of gentle completion I
imagine you to be feeling. Take care, soak in the peace and rest you deserve. Well done! Doreen.

Julia, Steve, Katy and Jack. Thursday 20th May

FABULOUS !!! You made it! What an amazing adventure and brilliant journey. Be proud of yourself and your astonishing achievement. Sleep for a week or two and then tell us all about it.

Sending you all our love and prayers.

Julia, Steve, Katy and Jack.xxxx

Shirley & George. Thursday 20th May

Well Paul what can we all say now apart from "Congratulations on such a very brave & courageous achievement". You can now have a good and well earned rest. You have gone through a lot of trials and tribulations as well as aches and pains during your journey but "job well done". Have good celebrations and a very safe journey home.

Keith Best. Thursday 20th May

Brilliant....couldn't spell magnificient!! No more words, just total
RESPECT!!Enjoy. Keith

Sue & Steve. Wednesday 19th May

Tanti auguri!

Well done Paul...Stick your feet up for a bit now..Delighted you got to Bro Jim safe & sound.

Happy birthday to Brother and happy arrival to you!(Mum's definitely been keeping eye on you!)

With love

Sue & Steve xx

David and Jo Cassidy. Wednesday 19th May

Dear Paul

Well done! May we be the first to congratulate you on a wonderful achievement. It's nice to know that you are staying in "our room". Enjoy your stay with Brother and make sure you get a slice of that cake, even it is for breakfast!

Will remember you at mass this morning.

God bless

David and Jo

Julia and co. Tuesday 18th May

Hi Paul. Sorry I haven't seen your blog the last few days. You are amazing - what an achievement. You are not throwing in anything. Can't wait to hear all about your adventures. Katy, Jack and Steve all send their love.
See you soon xxxx

Theresa Hyde. Tuesday 18th May

Well done Paul on cycling to Istanbul, that is absolutely incredible. Terry says he couldn't cycle to end of the road let alone Istanbul. We are all thinking of you and saying some prayers for you. You will have to try some of Katy and Jack's special pudding when you get back. Hope you have some decent water, and are feeling a little better. It doesn't matter how you get to see Bro Jim, the important thing is you have set out to do it and you will succeed.

With lots of love,

Your big sister, Theresa [and Terry and family]

Sue & Steve. Monday 17th May

Hi Bro!

I don't think our sent message on Saturday got through...no bother - just to confirm what Dad said, doesn't matter which wheels you're on, just keep rolling on......

You remain in our thoughts and prayers

Sue & Steve xx

Julie Astbury. Monday 17th May

Hi Paul, you have done amazingly well. I hope you are getting some medical help. What you have done is really remarkable, like most tricks you get up
to! I will send the £50 I promised you a long time ago. Please get well soon and come home safe.

Your old friend Julie and family XXXX

David and Jo Cassidy. Monday 17th May

Dear Paul

Well done, brilliant. You are doing the only sensible thing. A wonderful achievement. It would have to be heat or health that would hold you up. You are an example to us all. Enjoy some well earned r and r when you get to Brother, and a slice of his birthday cake! Give him a big hug from us.

God bless

David and Jo

Sue and Paul. Monday 17th May

We are looking forward to the book. Keep hydrated, keep talking, photographing and posting when you can.
But most of all, get well soon!

James Driscoll. Monday 17th May

Hi Paul,
it's a massive achievement to have cycled across all of Europe. You can look back with pride on 'Paul's Journey to Istanbul and beyond'! I hope you get well soon so you can enjoy the rest of the trip and I'm sure the sponsorship money will keep rolling in.
Take care of yourself and keep drinking the good water!

James D

John Davenport. Sunday 16th May

Dear Paul,

Awesome performance! Keep pedalling!

When you said you were going for a cycle, I only thought you meant around Rivington reservoir!

Best wishes,

John and Family

SuperLou!. Sunday 16th May

Dear Mr A,

I was so thrilled to hear that you have finally headed back to India (we talked about it many times over a curry!) I wish I had some words of wisdom to keep you going on your journey, but all I can really say is thank you.
You are an inspiration to us all, and constantly remind me of the important things in life. I just hope I can have the same impact on my students as
you have on me.

I hope you are well, smiling, and pedalling fast.

My thoughts, prayers, and songs are with you, Sir.

Take care, love

Lou xxx


I found some words of wisdom!...

When you come to the end of your rope, tie a knot and hang on. ~Franklin D. Roosevelt

When it is dark enough, you can see the stars. ~Ralph Waldo Emerson

Chin up, Sir - keep going! xxx

Paul's Dad. Saturday 15th May

Hello Son,
Some things cannot be easily expressed. I was wondering what to write when my eyes looked on the wall and I read the words of the illuminated
script (signed by Bro. Jim) which you gave me for my birthday in 1993. It reads "Lord,help me to remember that nothing is going to happen to me today which You and I together, cannot handle."

So keep smiling. You ride - on bike or bus - in good company in a peace which the world cannot give, but which you share with Jacinta, your family and friends and everyone you meet.

God bless, Love, Dad.

Who lit a candle for you at Lourdes on May 13th.

Jamie Barrington. Thursday 13th May

Hi Paul
I think it's fantastic what your doing, best of luck with it all and give me a call and we shall all catch up when your back.

all the best

Jamie :)

Helen Sidlow. Wednesday 12th May

Hello Uncle Paul...not read the blog for a few weeks, just caught up on it all now and listened to your interview on bbciplayer - then told all my
friends on facebook to listen to it too! Sounds like your journey is going well, except for the dead dogs, bad water and earwigs! (I felt a bit gutted for the beetle getting run over when he was so close to crossing the road. sounds like a bad joke doesn't it?!)
But you are in India now, WOW! Keep pedalling, DRINK LOTS OF WATER!!!! - wouldn't want to dehydrate at this stage now you've come so far - and keep smiling :) The Romanian people
sound lovely, just think of those old lady's watching the world go by whenever you come into contact with horrible angry people. That or tell the nasty people where to get off, but that is not in your nature and would get you nowhere but trouble. Anyway, i'm rambling, i can't wait to read about the rest of your journey. I keep imagining the day you ride into Village
India on your bike and how you are going to feel, what an amazing moment that is going to be for you!! Keep thinking of that and keep going
soldier!
Thinking of you lots, Lots of Love, Helen xxxxx

P.s- you're looking a bit hairy - a shave and a haircut wouldn't go amiss b4 u go to Big James' birthday party! :) Joke. xxxxxxxx

Emilia and Robert Worth. Wednesday 12th May

Dear Paul,Hope you get some clean water soon, and feel better.Good luck for the rest of your journey.
Robert and Emilia.

Pauline Crompton. Tuesday 11th May

Enjoyed reading your journals - hope you are on the road to recovery and that the last leg of your journey is more enjoyable than some of the days you have had - we all wish you well and look forward to seeing you on your return - kettle will be on!
Love and best wishes

Pauline, Ken & Simon

Mary, Harry and family. Monday 10th May

Hi Paul, your dad told us here in abergele of what you are doing i think it is great work, hope that you raise the money needed, sorry to hear about the bad water be carful on the rest of the journey.

God Bless

Cat Burton. Sunday 9th May

Hi Paul,

I always knew you were crazy but this is insane!!!

My mum and dad have been telling me bits about your journey and are regular visitors to your journal it seems.

Well done on your amazing journey so far!!

Sorry to hear of your 'bad water' experience in Istanbul...you should have just stuck to beer!

All the very best for your continued journey. I will want to hear some stories when I am back up north at Christmas.

Take care and all the very best

lots of love
cat
(CB!) xxx

PS: Yes i will get round to sponsoring you!

Maude and Baptiste. Sunday 9th May

Hi Paul!

Wawww you are already in Isanbul! It was nice to meet you on the road.
Finaly we took a train to avoid Serbia. Now we are in Wien.

Here is our blog but it is in french... www.roueslibres.canalblog.com

there is a picture of you, clic on the yellow cyclist.

Good luck for you trip.

Bye bye

Maude and Baptiste

Julia and the gang. Saturday 8th May

Hi Paul. You are doing great! Thinking of you all the time. Keep going.
Remember to keep up the fluids! Love you XX

UTAL. Thursday 6th May

It's all very well you swanning off to India on yer bike, but what about clearing out my garage? and another thing where have you put the loppers? Anyway enough of this you can fix the gutter again when you get back. Just make sure you keep enough energy to do some jobs for me!amen.

David and Jo Cassidy. Thursday 6th May

Dear Paul,
we have just finished listening to the interview on Radio Manchester. Sorry our contact for a possible boat to Mumbai didn't come to anything. Anyway we are sure you will be pleased to get to Mumbai. Mind you, if you thought the traffic was bad in Instanbul you haven't seen anything yet! Don't worry about Brother's birthday cake, it is made and
on its way to him with strict instructions not to eat it before you arrive!

Rita Hovington. Wednesday 5th May

Hi Paul, saw Jacinta in Morrisons Heywood and found out about your marvellous feat. Hope your feet are okay too! Hope all goes well on the rest
of your journey will be thinking of you.

The Hovingtons from Hopwood and Our Lady's Langley.
Best wishes

Shirley & George. Wednesday 5th May

Hello Paul,
Another month gone and WOW you have covered some miles. No wonder you have tired and aching bones. Some people might be saying to them-selves 'I bet he's sorry to have started' but we are sure Paul
that you will prove them to be very wrong. We have always found that what ever the task is that has been set before you, you have solved or at least made a very good effort. This is one of the tasks that we are sure you will achieve and with great pride. We do hope that you are feeling a lot better after having some rest. My mother always said about me 'The trouble with George is that he never knows when to stop'!! but Paul if you set yourself something to do, you have to finish it don't you but don't forget your WELL EARNED RESTS to re-charge your 'body battery'.Now that you are getting into warmer climates don't forget to drink plenty of fluids.
I always appear to write long epistles and lectures, but we mean well and messages from 'home' we are sure mean a lot to you. You are constantly in our thoughts and prayers.
God Bless.

Sue & Steve. Saturday 1st May

Hi Paul - At last we are on a computer which doesn't take 3 hours to warm up and I can send you a message of encouragement!(Steve's 50th birthday present from his Mum - well done & thank you May!) How far are you now from Istanbul? It looks about 2.5 mm on the map!
Keep going - have got the whole Chester Kingsway Children's Centre team backing you as well as half Wrexham Maelor hospital!!

We are at the caravan this weekend for a bit of r+r following a hectic month with May being in hospital in Wrexham & Birmingham.(All stable 'ish'
with May & Harry now for now...)Sun is beginning to come out over the bay now so will probably head off for a walk. Take care - am saying one (or a good few!) for you.
Love Sue xx

Julie Astbury. Friday 30th April

Hi Paul, Hope you are really enjoying your adventure. We're following you everyday. Andy says hello, took him to pick up his new car today. His grandparents bought him a lovely Ford Ka. He is a lovely young man, just like you knew he would be. I'm looking after him, he's just like one of my own.


I think this journey might take longer than you thought and you won't be back for my birthday bash, or even yours!!! I shall have a drink for
you!

John and I are off on an adventure of our own, we are going to Santa Monica California to stay at my cousins house for a fortnight. Of course I
am on a crash diet!!!

Keep pedalling, you are in our prayers.

Love from Julie John, Jenny and Alan XXXX

Raphael. Wednesday 28th April

Hey Paul!

We met in between Corabia and Pleven :-)

Have a safe trip!
Raph

Roach Vale Primary School. Wednesday 28th April

Did the feather and salt make your leg better? We have enjoyed looking at your pictures, especially the romanian horses and the policemen. We have
been on our school trip to a farm and are learning all about animals. Mrs Hutchings is reading us a book all about India so we know more about where you are going.
We hope you are feeling better and get to 2000 miles today!
Love from the Foundation Stage Class.

Katie. Tuesday 27th April

Hey Uncle Paul
I cycled into uni today and was moaning because i was shattered having done it all in the highest gear, then i realised it doesn't really compare
does it????

Hope you are well and are having fun!!!!
Lots of Love
Katie

xxxx

Keith Best. Monday 26th April

Paul, Words cannot express my admiration. 'He who walks in tune with the rhythm of life is never weary.' Gandhi. With respect. Keith

Doreen Allcock. Monday 26th April

Just had my Sunday fix of reading your journal. What can i say to help cheer you up and onwards? God willing next weekend should see you somewhere near Istanbul, and at least the weather should be warmer there ! love and prayers, Doreen x

Dumitru Anca. Sunday 25th April

hi paul...Sh you 're an amazing person the world has much to learn from you... anca

Dumitru Cristina. Sunday 25th April

hi Paul .. Nice to meet you and prove you're a person extraordianara it by your actions ... cristina

Shirley & George Colson. Thursday 22nd April

Hello Pedlar, Sorry to hear via your journal that you've been a little bit too ambitious by, travelling too long without a good rest. Anyway if the remedy of salt & kerosene is working, to-gether with the rest time, then that's just what is needed for you to achieve the final goal. It's a tough one at the moment but with all the messages of inspiration to-gether with the prayers which are being said for you, you WILL complete your challenge. You sure have met a lot of lovely and very kind people during your journey and we are sure that there are still very many more to meet. Rest a while Paul, you deserve it and it will make you a stronger pedlar. With love and best wishes Shirley & George.

Mike Walsh. Thursday 22nd April

Hi Paul, Hope you are well and guess we miscalculated about that pint in Istanbul. It'll wait till you get back. Festival committee are keeping tabs on your progress. WELL DONE so far. Cheers

Simon Hollingworth. Wednesday 21st April

Hi Paul Just wanted to let you know how much I'm enjoying your journey! I hope the leg begins to ease soon. You're an inspiration. Simon. :)

Roach Vale Primary School. Wednesday 21st April

We have been looking at pictures of India. We have been looking at your diary. We are wondering how many more miles you have to cycle. We hope your leg gets better and you have fun on the rest of your trip. from all the children in Foundation Stage at Roach Vale School.

Gaz Rowntree. Tuesday 20th April.

WOW PAUL!!!! I wanna meet up and ride back with you - either cycle or motorbike - your choice - let me know! Gaz Rowntree (200 miles???)

Maria. Tuesday 20th April.

Keep going Paul, well done. Put's my little sponsored 13 mile walk for cancer on Sat night into insignificance. (Probably spelt wrong!!.) Although over 7000 people took part and there was a brilliant atmosphere. My bloody big toe was killing though!!! (Jacinta said got to make you laugh.) Be careful out there and don't try anything out of the ordinary. Don't think that's possible!

Geraldine Walkington. Monday 19th April.

Peter asks if you've got rid of those boots you were cycling in the last time you called! Just watch those bridges, they can be very tricky! Take care and I just hope that the birthday cake won't be past its sell by date.

Rosemary and Peter Burton. Monday 19th April.

Hi Paul, Loved reading your journal and found it so interesting. We think, in book form, it could become a best seller!! The people you have met sound lovely and kind. We are thinking about you and are with you all the way. Much love, Rosemary and Peter.

Shirley & George Colson. Monday 19th April.

Hello Paul, According to our up-date you have so far cycled 1493 miles. What an achievment! You appear to be making quite a few friends en route, which is great in the fact you are not altogether alone on your 'long haul'. What a lovely re-union you and Jacinta had in Vienna. A lot of catching up to do! How wonderful to have such a loyal & understanding wife, especially during your venture to India. Well Paul you have raised approx' £1000.00 away from the mid target and are you half-way there also? The on-coming journey is not quite as easy going through the un-predicted countries state of affairs, but knowing you, you will cope with whatever is put before you no matter what. Pedal on Paul and 'keep your eyes on the road'!! 'God Bless' Love & very best wishes, Shirley & George

Theresa Hyde. Sunday 18th April.

Hi Paul, thinking of you as you make your way en route.Tried to send a text on Easter Sunday but didn't have correct international code. We are all well here, dad keeps up dating us. Spoke to Jacinta.Terry is now eating soft foods after his liquid diet following his op. He is improving well.Dad coming here on Thu for a week. Hope you are keeping safe and well. I will read your journal and keep up now.Lots of love from Theresa.xx

Penny Walker. Saturday 17th April.

The wise man said .... take the plough and the forge and the mallet and the lute. The things you have fashioned in necessity and for delight. For in reverie you cannot rise above your achievements or fall lower than your failures. And take with you all men. For in adoration you cannot fly higher than their hopes nor humble yourself lower than their despair. And if you would know God, be not a solver of riddles. Rather look about you and you will see Him playing with your children. Thinking of you on your journey. With love Penny

UTAL. Friday 16th April.

On yer bike lad.....what kept you!! Sorry, can't find the question mark.

Anthony Harvey. Friday 16th April.

Hello Sir, I hope you are safe and enjoying the beauty that Europe has on offer. Me and my family are all thinking of you and regularly check up on your blog to make sure you are ok. I am glad this message board has been put up because it gives you a chance to see that your friends are all thinking of you. I have been trying to think of something fitting to put on here so.... People still talk about the good teachers long after they have left school but the truly great teachers are the ones that continue to inspire us everyday. Best of luck for the rest of your journey. Anthony & Family x

Chris Plumb. Thursday 15th April.

Hi Paul We both have in common that we are doing fundraiser bike rides for RTU we have both visited the charity we are both on the charity home page. My challenge is only small compared to the one you are doing - best of luck with it. Chris Plumb

Judit & Csaba. Wednesday 14th April.

Hi Paul,

It was really nice to meet you! Hope you'll have a good sleep in the hostel in the Deak square, Budapest where we met. Good luck for your adventure, and I hope you'll reach your goal. I wish you nice weather all the way to Istanbul from now on to make it better! For sure we'll follow your journey I think. Csaba

Helmut Schlappinger.Tuesday April 13th

Hello Paul!

Hope you are all right! I see you hit Hungary. I'm in Slovenia now. Lot of heavy rain and 5C Badse was angry on the trailer but what should i do? The things who dont kill us make us stronger... Hows your journey? wet as well... you like to swim dont you ;) God bless the Expedition and You!

Tucsy & Andi from Casablanca Hotel Tata. Tuesday April 13th

Hi Paul!

Nice to meet you! Good luck, God bless.I hope you are fine. Best Regards Tucsy & Andi from Casablanca Hotel Tata

Julie Astbury. Sunday April 11th

Hi Paul!

We've been following your journey every day. We hope you are feeling well and are eating properly. We are all saying prayers for a safe journey. Stay away from those bandits!! Keep pedaling, we are very proud of you.

Love and best wishes

Julie, John Jenny and Alan XXXX

Helen Sidlow. Friday April 9th

Hi Uncle Paul!

Enjoying reading your messages and updates all the time! Sounds like you're having a wonderful time and enjoying yourself, despite the tough times! Its nice to read how so many people have been so kind to you, bringing you cups of tea and welcoming you wherever you go, I knew you'd be fine! I keep telling all my friends about my nutty uncle Paul and what you are doing, They think you're crazy, I know you are :) but in a good way. Keep pedalling!

If i don't see you before i go to Africa in Summer i will see you after September...if you're back by then! P.S - there's a guy on BBC1 - three episodes, he cycled the Americas. check it out on bbc iplayer. Reminded me of you when I watched it. But yours is better, his journey makes sense to everyone who watches, yours only makes sense properly to those who know you and how much doing something like this means to you.

Best of Luck for the rest of the journey!

Niece number 4 - I think! x

Helen Corcoran. Thursday April 8th

Hey Paul

Just a little note to wish you all the very best on your (wild and wonderful) travels!

Keep up the good work - and the entertaining journal updates!

You're in our prayers, although I have no doubt you're managing to push through the tough times and enjoy the good.

All our love,

Helen, Andy and all X

Julian. Thursday April 8th

Hey Paul

I just wanted to add a message to your board :-)

I really enjoyed the time. I'm looking forward to seeing you again, in Manchester.

By the way: Manchester United has lost the game..:-D

Heather Newton. Thursday April 8th

Hi Paul,

I found your site quite by accident, what a great thing you're doing riding all the way to India for a good cause. I check back regularly to see how you're getting on, and wanted to send my best wishes for your journey.

I also wanted to say how touched we are that you've dedicated your ride to dad - he'd be very honoured that someone had thought of him whilst embarking on such a huge mission!

I've told mum and she's now spreading the word, hopefully we can both help you with some fundraising among friends and family.

Every best wish for the days ahead,

Heather x

Agnes and John Robinson. Wednesday April 7th

Hello Paul,

We are following you all the way. Good luck, God bless.

Keith Best and Nicky Smith. Wednesday April 7th

Paul,

'Carpe Diem' Keep going all the way. In Tamil Nadu at the moment and boy is it HOT!!

Planning a visit to RTU (won't say a word about your adventure!) soon. Any news on your route to India yet?

Best of luck.

Doreen Allcock. Tuesday April 6th

Hi Paul.

Just to let you know that there are many people back home reading your journal and sending you their love and best wishes. You are in our thoughts, Keep on biking!

Love, Doreen

George Colson. Monday April 5th

Hello again Paul,

The message from your dad is so very true,although I would add that you've already got one set of wings as you are already a 'true saint', to wings which your dad are referring to of course are the very precious wings which only the very true chosen few receive and you are one of those people.

Paul you have achieved so far a good part of your mission, and you will, we are quite sure complete your journey, but don't forget to 're-charge your battery'. Jacinta, I understand, is keeping No 28's tradition going, and that is apart from looking after all your family she is also looking after 'Eil & Flo', making sure that they are well fed and watered, during the proprietor's mission to 'Reach the Un-reached' in India. Keep pedalling on Paul, you are getting nearer to your goal every day.

God Bless. George.

Eileen. Monday April 5th

Hello Paul.

Peter Bellamy-Knight, John and the Dean of Manchester were asking about you at the cathedral yesterday. I'm so proud of you. Everyone must be fed up of me talking about you, but that's not going to stop me. You are the son I never had. I'm pig sick it's not me meeting you in Vienna!

Love Eileen.

Paul's Dad. Sunday April 4th

He who climbs wheresoe'er will find wings waiting there. So keep on pedalling onwards and upwards. Well done so far, keep on smiling! Love Dad.

Andrea and Frank from Bochum. Sunday April 4th

Dear Paul

Every day we read your blog. We pray for you and hope you are still feeling good.

So we hope on Wednesday you have the chance to see ManU against Bayern.

Good luck and a lot of "angels" on your way to India.

David and Jo Cassidy. Sunday April 4th

Dear Paul

God bless you on this Easter Day, and may he continue to keep you safe on your journey to Brother James.

Shirley & George. Friday April 2nd

Dear Paul

Hello Paul, Yes it's us again it looks like youve raied enough donations at present for 3 and a bit houses, lets hope that we will still get the donation rolling in from a lot more people yet.

Today is Good Friday and no doubt you will have been worshiping in your own private way. Keep pedaling on and we hope that Eileen's saddle is treating you well and that you are not too 'saddle sore'. Incidentally, Eileen & Flo are coming to see us next Saturday with Chris & John and, no doubt, she will be able to tell us a little bit more about your travels & we will be able to show her an up-to date map of your journey so far.

God Bless Paul, we are sure that you will complete your mission DV.

Iain Cant. Friday April 2nd

Hi Paul,

Thanks for the inspiration. Although Jax is taking it a bit too far in suggesting a biking holiday!

I'm tuning in every night for an update and to see how bad German public art really is.

Keep healthy and don't do a Rooney.

John Bruce. Friday April 2nd

God's speed. How about also setting up a new technology there? Don't know if you know it but NWDA is fully funding Phizzit through to product. But what then is anyone's guess. Future looks dire. Have fun and don't fall off too often.

Shirley & George Colson. Friday April 2nd

Hello Paul, We are following your journey daily and are very, very proud of you and your ambition.

We are in touch with Eileen also and she tells us that you are suffering from your back problem at the moment. Do take care and rest a while perhaps in a hostel occasionally. God Bless you Paul. You are constantly in our prayers.