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  • Low enough to the ground to allow easy access for kids
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  • Fits most crib mattresses


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Types and Brands of Diapers to Use For Bed-Wetting and Companies That Sell Them Part 2

Disposable briefs are the term for adult diapers. They come in youth and adult sizes and look and fit just like Pampers-they have tape tabs,elastic leg gathers(in addition some have elastic waist bands for added protection) and either a non woven cloth like outer cover or a plastic outer covering. It seems like within the past several years the adult diaper manufacturers are following the lead of the baby diaper manufacturers and are using a non woven cloth like outer covering with their diapers. I think the reason for this is twofold. The first reason is that perhaps it makes the diapers more breathable which means they might be more comfortable with some users,and second it makes the diapers more discreet-i.e. there is none of the telltale crinkling or rustling sound that diapers with a plastic outer covering make when the user moves around. However some people claim that the non woven cloth outer covering makes the diapers feel clammy when wet,they cause abrasion between the legs,and they're not as effective at protecting the individual. As for purchasing diapers that have a plastic outer covering and make a rustling noise,if the person is only wearing them at night this shouldn't be a concern.

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If parents decide to purchase plastic pants and cloth diapers to manage their youngster's bed-wetting there is one thing to keep in mind and that is the terminology used in referring to waterproof pants. Before plastic pants came out parents used rubber pants for their babies. Then plastic pants came out and even though people used both styles of pants for awhile,eventually the rubber pants were phased out. I don't know of any companies that make rubber pants for babies but there are a couple companies that make rubber pants for older children and adults.

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Many people use the term "rubber pants" as a generic term for waterproof pants particularly plastic pants. Nowadays when people use the term "rubber pants" they actually mean plastic pants. I guess after rubber pants were phased out and plastic pants became the dominant pant used for both babies and incontinent adults the term "rubber pants" just kind of stuck and many people continued to use the term "rubber pants" as a catch all term for waterproof pants. Also "plastic pants" are the same as "vinyl pants"-vinyl is a type of plastic so people use the term interchangeably. Finally if you decide to buy waterproof pants from another country such as Canada or England it's important to beware of the following. Some companies manufacture and sell "PVC(which stands for polyvinyl chloride) pants. This is also a plastic material and these pants are the same as the "vinyl" and "plastic pants." I just wanted to bring this up so people aren't confused when buying waterproof pants. I've also heard some people use the term "rubber sheet" as a generic term for waterproof sheets-particularly plastic or vinyl sheets.

Regarding choosing a product to manage the youngster's bed-wetting this can be a tough choice for many parents. There are a couple of reasons for this. First,there are a number of different styles of garments out there. Second there are many brands of diapers to choose from. This can be very overwhelming. To make things more complicated there are styles within styles. For example if parents use cloth diapers there are many different ways to fasten the diapers and as a result different styles. These include pin-ons,diapers with Velcro, snap-on diapers,and pull-ons. The pin-on diapers come in different styles-prefold, flat,and contour. Contour diapers are hourglass shaped diapers without elastic in the legs or back. Flat diapers are rectangular diapers made with one layer. Prefold diapers are also rectangular shaped but have layers built in with more absorbency sewn into the middle part.

Cloth diapers are also made of different fabrics such as gauze, birdseye ,flannel,and diapers lined with terry cloth. Some of these fabrics are more breathable(and as a result more comfortable) than others and some are more suitable for bed-wetting. For instance some companies have cloth diapers specifically designed for night use-i.e. they have extra absorbent layers sewn into the diapers for added protection at night. Cloth diapers like disposable diapers come in both youth and adult sizes. Also if the parents choose to use cloth diapers they must use waterproof pants to cover the diapers.

The most popular form of waterproof pants are plastic pants. The current crop of adult and youth size plastic pants seem to be better made then the plastic pants made years ago. Comco, Suprima, and the Leakmaster Deluxe pants (made by Gary and sold by Adultclothdiaper.com) are just three brands of plastic pants that have a reputation for being made of a real thick durable plastic and thus well made. I've also heard that with some waterproof pants if the person uses various protective creams before putting on their diapers these have a tendency to break down the material of the waterproof pants. This seems to happen primarily with rubber pants(although this might just be the case with certain brands).

Waterproof pants come in two styles-pull-on and snap-on. From what I understand the snap-on styles are used primarily with bedridden and non-ambulatory patients because with these types of patients the pants are easier to get on and off. In addition it's to my understanding that snap-on plastic pants are used by parents for their babies because presumably these are easier to put on and take off(although personally I would think it would be just as easy using pull-on plastic pants since we're dealing with a small child. I would also think in a situation like that it would be relatively easy to put the pants on as opposed to putting them on an incontinent adult which would probably be harder for various reasons).I've also heard that snap-on plastic pants might be more breathable due to the fact that there's a slight opening because of the snaps. This in turn allows air to circulate more freely. That being said from what I understand the snap-on plastic pants are prone to leaks with some users at night especially if the user moves around a lot or sleeps on his or her side. Also I've heard that there's a tendency for the snaps to break in some cases. Finally snap-on plastic pants are more expensive than pull-ons.

Disposable diapers for heavy urinary incontinence such as bed-wetting come in two styles-pull-on and tape-on briefs. Disposable briefs as mentioned previously have the same design and fit as baby diapers. You can also get diaper doublers known as booster pads, liners,and diaper inserts to put in disposable diapers to increase the level of absorbency in the diaper. Some companies also have inserts for cloth diapers. I've heard of some people lining their cloth diapers with baby cloth diapers which can be purchased in places such as Walmart and Target.

People have different opinions as far as what type and brand of diapers to use for bed-wetting-some people swear by a certain brand or style of diapers whereas others try the same brand or style and don't like it. Many companies have samples of disposable briefs for various incontinence needs which they will send you either for free or for a nominal fee. In addition to using diapers the parents should cover the bed with a waterproof sheet in case the diapers leak. Waterproof sheets generally come in two styles, flannel with a rubber backing and plastic(also known as vinyl).The vinyl sheets in turn come in two styles-zippered or fitted. Although there are other styles of waterproof sheets the vinyl and rubber sheets seem to be the most popular ones.

I've heard about people using all types of covers to protect their youngster's bed. One woman on a parenting forum said she used a plastic tarp to cover her child's bed. In addition I've read that vinyl shower curtains are a good way to protect the bed. One woman I knew covered her daughter's bed with a regular plastic sheet. For example if you have a roll of plastic sheeting (like the kind you get in a hardware or contractor supplies store) or are considering buying one you could cut off a piece and place it under the fitted sheet or mattress pad. Many people have a roll of plastic sheeting to use for stuff such as yard work,painting,remodeling,concrete work,covering materials stored outside,covering mulch,etc. In addition some people probably have a roll of plastic sheeting from back when Homeland Security was encouraging everyone to buy plastic sheeting to protect against terrorist attacks.

If you do have a roll of plastic sheeting you might consider using some of it to cover your child or teenager's bed. There are several reasons for this. One,since you already have the plastic on hand it saves you money because you don't have to purchase waterproof sheets(not that waterproof sheets are all that expensive but in today's day and age every penny counts).Two,the hardware store plastic is pretty durable and will last for a long time. Three,you can customize how much plastic you cut to lay over the child's bed. Fourth,you can cut multiple sheets which means you don't have to use the same sheet over and over which cuts down on wear and tear. Plastic sheeting comes in several thicknesses including 3,4,and 6 mil. My feeling is the thicker the better because if the youngster rolls around a lot at night there's less wear and tear on the plastic which means it will last longer. Besides the woman I just mentioned I'm not sure if anyone else uses this type of plastic to protect the bed from bed-wetting but sometimes it's good to be a trend setter. Like with any other situation in life it's good to think outside the box and experiment with new ideas. This might be a cost effective and practical way to deal with bed-wetting.

If parents decide to use either the plastic sheeting from a hardware store or a plastic tarp to cover their child or teenager's bed it's important to keep in mind that this type of plastic makes a rustling sound which some people might find unpleasant. The crinkling noise of the plastic might make some children,adolescents,or teenagers feel self-conscious. On the other hand some individuals aren't bothered by this. Some children might be bothered by it at first but eventually get used to it. Since most bed-wetters are deep sleepers they might not have any problem adjusting to the crinkling of the plastic. One way to deal with this is to put the plastic under the fitted sheet or mattress pad and to place several layers of sheets or towels over the plastic. This will muffle the crinkling sound of the plastic. If however the youngster does have difficulty sleeping in a bed covered with this kind of plastic the parents should consider covering the bed with another type of waterproof sheet.

If you decide to go the cloth diaper route and if your budget permits you might want to consider purchasing the various styles of diapers such as pin-ons and pull-ons in addition to choosing diapers made of the different fabrics previously mentioned in order to determine what works best in your particular case. Pin-ons might be the best choice in many circumstances particularly for bed-wetting. There are several advantages to using pin-on diapers for bed-wetting: a.)these tend to be the most absorbent of all the styles of cloth diapers b.) with Velcro diapers the Velcro can wear out after a number of washings and c.)with snap-on diapers sometimes the snaps come off. d.)you can layer more material in a pin-on diaper(i.e. you can put more inserts in a pin-on diaper) than a pull-on diaper in order to make it more absorbent which is especially good for night use as people tend to wet more at night..Adding more material to a pull-on cloth diaper isn't as feasible because it tends to bunch up and one woman I spoke to at a company that sells both kinds of diapers says the pin-ons are more secure and the pull-ons tend to sag if the user is a heavy wetter. In addition it's hard to keep the inserts in place in a pull on cloth diaper. A couple other people I spoke with also said that in general you have more flexibility with the pin-on diapers as opposed to the pull-ons. For instance you have a lot of latitude with how and wear you fold them in order to prevent leaks-you can make them thicker on the sides,in the front,or in the back. I read about an individual who is a side sleeper and he overlapped more material in that area in order for the diapers to offer better protection with this particular situation.

I suspect that the pull-on cloth diapers are better suited for daytime use and people who have light incontinence-the pin-ons on the other hand are generally better for people suffering from heavy incontinence such as bed-wetting. In fact many people consider pin-on diapers to be the best diapers to manage bed-wetting.

There is one more thing I'd like to bring up regarding cloth diapers and plastic pants. Some people find that the cloth diapers and plastic pants are too hot and as a result too uncomfortable to wear in the summer months and during this time they switch to disposable diapers. Also some people alternate between disposable tape-on diapers and cloth diapers-on some nights they wear the cloth diapers and plastic pants and others they wear the disposable diapers so they don't have to wash the cloth diapers as much. The thinking behind this is that it saves some wear on the cloth diapers. Parents might want to consider experimenting with both kinds of diapers to determine what works best in their particular situation.

Choosing an incontinence product is like everything else in life-there's no one size fits all solution. It requires a lot of experimentation and trial and error. This entails getting other people's opinions(there are incontinence forums where you can pose questions about various brands and styles of garments) and then trying the brand or particular style of diaper. Keep in mind that a person's recommendation of a particular brand or style of diaper is just an opinion and while it's good to get other peoples opinions you have to try the brand or style of diapers out yourself and come to your own conclusion.

Also before buying a whole case or pack of a particular brand of diaper it's advisable to contact the company to see if they have samples available-after all you wouldn't want to spend a lot of money for a product that might not work for you. A person shouldn't get discouraged if they have difficulty finding the right product to manage their bed-wetting. With a little persistence and patience they'll eventually find a garment to suit their needs.

Right now I'd like to give a list of several companies and their contact info that manufacture and sell both cloth diapers and plastic pants and disposable diapers for older children,adolescents,teenagers,and adults that wet the bed. I'd also like to mention several brands of both cloth diapers and plastic pants and disposable briefs that have good reputations particularly for night use. There are several companies who sell disposable diapers that are highly regarded by many people. One such company is HDIS which stands for Home Delivery Incontinence Supplies.They have a personalized delivery plan in which you can set up a schedule in which to have your products delivered. For example if you order a case of diapers and they run out in 4 weeks you can set it up with them beforehand to have another case delivered before you run out. You can set it up for whatever delivery time you need. You also get a five percent discount on cases of diapers if you order this way. I would check their website or give them a call for further details. Continence Connection is another place that sells a wide variety of incontinence supplies. They're run by a nurse named Robin Howe who specializes in incontinence.

XP Medical is another company which has a good reputation. They have a large selection of diapers. Their number is (888)485-2268  ABAIP(A Better Absorbent Incontinence Product) also has a large selection of diapers and from what I understand they are run by a person who is incontinent so they will be especially knowledgeable in this area.Their number is (888)401-5311.If you need cases of diapers for your bed-wetting child or teenager I would check with several mail order places to get the best deal. As with everything else in life it's important to shop around.

As far as pin-on cloth diapers and plastic pants are concerned there are a number of places that sell them. Angel Fluff diaper company manufactures and sells pin-on cloth diapers for older children,teens,and adults. Their phone number is (800)996-2644 Another company that makes pin-on diapers is Loving Comfort. Their phone number is (717)308-0662.Kins a company out of Canada also makes pin-on cloth diapers for older children,teenagers,and adults. Their phone number is (800)665-2229. Finally Adultclothdiaper.com makes and sells pin-on diapers for older children,teenagers,and adults. Their phone number is (877)215-9004.

With regard to plastic pants, many people recommend the Comco plastic pants. Apparently some employees of the original Comco split off and formed their own company called Comco Manufacturing. The original Comco is based out of St. Paul, Minnesota and is called Comco Inc. They sell plastic pants,cloth diapers,and waterproof sheets. I'm not sure if they still do this but if a customer wanted a vinyl sheet of a certain size to cover the bed they will cut it to whatever size the customer requests. If interested you might want to inquire about this. Here's their contact info: Comco, 2270 3rd. Street, North Saint Paul, MN 55079.Their phone number is (651)779-7313 and their fax number is (651)779-0871. They also have a tool free number-(800)328-9658. Their email address is comco@mindspring.com and their web address is www.comcoincmn.com They have a pull-on plastic pant known as the style 230 for .60 each and a three pack for .85.

The other Comco is based out of Hinckley, Minnesota and is called Comco Manufacturing. Their contact info is Comco Manufacturing,LLC, P.O. Box 550, Hinckley, MN. 55037. Their web address is comcomfg.com and their phone number is (888)250-8577.They also have pull-on plastic pants. The price for one is .50,the price for a three pack is .50,and the price for a six pack is .00.The pants from the Comco in Hinckley, Minnesota have a wider waistband and are cheaper than the ones from the Saint Paul Comco but the vinyl they make their pants from is different. I spoke with the owner of the original Comco based out of Saint Paul,Minnesota and he said their pants are nothing like the pants made by the Comco in Hinckley MN. He told me that the pants from his company are made from a different formulation of vinyl than those manufactured from the Comco in Hinckley MN. I'm not sure if this means they're necessarily better made than the ones from the company out of Hinckley but the fact that they do use a different type of vinyl could play a part in how well made they are. It seems that when the employees from the original Comco left to form their own company they started using a different type of vinyl to make their pants which makes sense when you think about it.

Some plastic pants are better made than others and the fact that the Comco from Saint Paul does use a different type of vinyl could make them more durable. The best way to find out is to give both pants a try and see which one lasts longer. Also the Comco from Saint Paul has been around for at least 30 years(maybe more) which also might give them an edge with some people-experience means a lot especially in this area. Many people feel comfortable buying products from companies they've dealt with for years due to such factors as customer service,the fact that they have a good relationship with a particular individual or individuals in the company, etc .

There are some individuals who might prefer the Comco plastic pants made by the Comco from Hinckley, MN due to the fact that they have a wider waistband and they're slightly cheaper,whereas other individuals might prefer the Comco plastic pants made by the Comco in Saint Paul MN due to the fact that they're made from a different type of vinyl which could mean they're more durable and as a result last longer. In addition the Comco from Saint Paul has been around longer and the owner whose name is Burch has a lot of experience in this area. With some individuals it might be worth the extra expense to buy pants that are more durable and to purchase items from a company that is more established. As I said it might be prudent to get a pair from each and see which one you like the best.

As mentioned before Adultclothdiaper.com (also known as All Together Enterprises) also sells a style of plastic pants called the Leakmaster Deluxe which has plastic covered elastic leg and waistbands. The Suprima plastic pants are another brand of plastic pants that are highly regarded by many people. These pants are made out of pvc (polyvinyl chloride) which as mentioned before is a type of plastic. The Suprima pants are made in Germany and sold by a Canadian company called B4NS. The web address is http://www.b4ns.com and their phone number is (514)812-4917. The Suprima pants are made of a real thick type of plastic and some models also have plastic covered elastic leg and waist bands. Many people claim this makes them particularly effective for protecting against leaks especially during the night. I was on their website recently and I noticed they have several different models of the Suprima plastic pants. Some of the models have a higher back,wider elastic, and wider crotch than others which also might help bed wetters. The S1212 is one such model. I would call or email the owner of the company and discuss with him your specific needs and ask him what type of pants would best meet those needs. As a matter of fact it's a good idea to do that with other companies that sell incontinence garments as well, in order to determine the products that will best suit your needs regarding absorbency, price, etc.

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Black Friday Kidco Convertible Crib Bed Rail 2011 Deals

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  • Specifically designed for use with most convertible cribs
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  • Age Range: 1-3; For use when child still sleeps in crib-toddler bed style


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KidCo Convertible Crib Bed Rail The folks at KidCo know that your child's safety is your number one priority. That's why KidCo specializes in designing products to keep your child secure, at home, or on the road. The KidCo Convertible Crib Bed Rail brings the company's safety expertise to bear on your tot's sleeptime. The Kidco Crib Bed Rail can be used with most convertible cribs and installing it is a snap! Makes the transition from crib to big-kid bed less stressful for both you and your t



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Metal Loft Beds: Firm and Fun!

The growing popularity of metal loft beds is totally understandable. They offer everything that a regular bed does. In addition, they are more comfortable, and take up much less space in the room. In fact having metal loft beds installed means that you can enhance your storage space excellently. The available range of designs for metal loft beds suggest a million ways you can store your stuff and make room for your dresser, a small play place, a studying desk or a book shelf. In fact the options do not end as long your creativity is intact!

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Metal loft beds are particularly good because they provide excellent support and have a great weight capacity. This means that metal loft beds are not only for kids but are as usable for adults. With the metal frame you bed and the attached features are safe and secure. Also, metallic furniture is often portable. If you ever plan to move, you can undo the setting and fold the pipes and here it is: your huge bed cum computer table cum closet right there in a small box!

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Metal loft beds come in a huge variety of color combinations and exquisite designs. Typically, these are for children but can be equally usable for adults particularly the teenagers who plan to live in dorms or shared rooms. As these beds excellently save the space in a room, you can enjoy your stay with your roommates and save a lot of room as you would have your desk and the closet right under your metal loft bed. Wouldn't that be great?

When you buy your bed, make sure that it is sturdy just the way it is. This means that you bed should not move or toddle as you climb up the stairs and does not have to be placed alongside a wall to keep it stable. Such beds are often firm and sturdy. Also make sure that the stairs are firmly built and attached to ensure your safety. Other safety measures include the rails on the bedsides and how firmly they are fixed at those points. When you place your bed in the room, make sure you are distant from the ceiling and the fan of course. Also make sure you do not place the bed near the window or the fire or smoke detector. It is a bad idea to have nails beside the stairs. This is so because hanging coats or any piece of cloth by the side can result in damaging them. Imagine yourself striding down the stairs and having your coat slide down with you while still attached to the nail...torn apart!

These beds are also a great option as you can change the color and the themes easily. How about spray paints and splashes that go wonderfully with metallic furniture?! It is boyish and it looks excellent. So, such beds have an advantage other than quality and security over the regular loft beds.

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  • Cheerful Cars themed design featuring your child's favorite characters on the headboard and footboard
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  • Features bright colors and a cheerful Cars design, Meets all JPMA safety standards for toddler beds and comes in a non-toxic finish.
  • Recommended for 18 months to 5 years of age,Weight limit up to 50 lbs


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BB87072CR The Disney Cars Toddler Bed with Tent is perfect for transitioning your little speed racer from crib to big boy bed. The bed is built low to the ground for easy child access and comes with side rails for safe and secure sleeping. A cheerful Cars inspired design theme featuring your child's favorite Cars characters on the headboard and footboard making it a must have. Complements other Cars item sold separately online by Delta Children's Products. Features: -Constructed of high quality plastic and metal frame. -Sturdy steel frame provides strength and stability that will last. -Bright colors and cheerful Cars themed design. -Comes in a non-toxic finish. -Two removable safe sleep bedrails for safety. -Meets all JPMA safety requirements. -Uses a standard crib mattress (sold separately). -Recommended for 18 months to 5 years of age. -Weight limit up to 50 lbs. -Some assembly required.



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Fun and Free Things to Do in Galveston, Texas

Galveston, Texas is an island on the Gulf Coast of Texas that's a popular vacation spot. There are lots of activities, museums, water sports, restaurants, and sightseeing available. Most will cost you to participate but there are a few good and absolutely free things that are available too. Here's a quick list of fun and free things to do next time you're in Galveston, Texas.

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Galveston is well known for its miles of beaches. There are a few paid beaches (on the east side) but most beaches that are along the seawall after 16th street are free. There are no bathrooms but you can park free along the seawall. Towards the western end of the island after 61st and the end of the seawall there are numerous beach areas with blue signs that say Beach Access. Be aware there is no lifeguards at most of these beaches and the following rules apply:

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No overnight camping

No glass containers

Pets must be on leashes

No open fires

No four wheelers

No alcohol

Another great pastime is bird watching. There are many locations along the bay side of the island (north side) that offer great places to watch all the different wildlife on the island. One of the most popular for the birds to hang out is along the Pier areas on Harborside Drive. Pier 19 is where the fishing boats dock and is a good area to go visit to people and bird watch as the fishing boats go out in the mornings and come back at noon or early evenings. The Cruise Ship Terminal is on Harborside Drive to and is worth a visit. At any time of year there are around 200 different species of birds and during the fall and spring migrations, as many as 300 different species. There is an abundance of other animals natural to the habitant and dawn and dusk are a great time to see many of them.

I shouldn't even mention this since you will be on holiday but you can check your email for free at the Rosenberg Library on 23rd and Sealy. Actually the library does have a lot to offer and has paintings and historical items. The library is open 9 - 9 on Monday through Thursday and 9 - 6 on Fridays and Saturdays. You can also get free Internet access if you have a laptop along the seawall at restaurants from 7th street to 37th. Just turn on your WiFi and you'll pick up available networks.

Go windows shopping in the Strand Street and downtown area that has a variety of specialty shops, antiques, and souvenir stores. There are some great old and historic buildings and houses to see and is also good for people watching. Parking is an issue; since you will need to pay for the time you park your vehicle in most areas downtown. Parking meters are popular for short trips but you should use one of the paid lots if staying over a 2 hours since they are much cheaper.

Galveston has one of the only Sea Turtle Research facilities in the country and offers free tours. Just east of 53rd street on Sias Drive. The tours last about 30 minutes and are guided by expert Biologists and provide some great insights on Sea Turtles and the hundreds of different species. You get to see all the different varieties of Sea Turtles and if you visit late in the summer may get to see some hatching. The facility is open Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday for tours hourly from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.

There is a Ferry service from Galveston Island to Bolivar Island at the east end of the Galveston. The ferries (there are several) transport people and cars to Bolivar and back every day. I'd like to tell you there is a schedule but there really isn't other than to say it comes and goes as it fills with cars. On busy days it can take about 30 to 45 minutes in line and about a 20 minute crossing time. You can get out of your vehicle and even feed the seagulls that follow the ferry. No animals are allowed out of the vehicles, there is no smoking, fishing, or sitting on the rails. Once you get to Bolivar you can enjoy the wildlife areas to the northern side of the island.

Fishing on both the beach side and the bay side is free in many places. You can also go crabbing on the bay side and in the canals at many places. Most areas are posted if you cannot fish or crab. State licenses requirements apply. Crabbing can be done with a few chicken wings, string, and a container for the crabs. Surf fishing on the west end of the island right before St Luis Pass is usually very good, best times are dictated by the tides. You want an incoming tide for the best conditions but outgoing can also be good. There can be two tides a day or more so if you stop at a bait shop they usually have the latest information on when the tides are coming and going out.

The activities mentioned above can provide some great free entertainment and are available year around. There are also many annual events that offer a lot of free things to see and do. Just check the local paper or Tourist Visitors Center at 2027 61st Street for additional information.

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Black Friday Molly Duo Panel Bed - White (Full) Feature

  • Color: White
  • Size: 48.5"H x 54.5"W x 76.5"D
  • Metal construction.
  • Bright and durable painted finish.
  • Available in several sizes.


Black Friday Molly Duo Panel Bed - White (Full) Overview

Finish:White, Footboard Option:With Footboard, Bed Size:Full Adorable old fashioned kids bed is updated with festive and trendy colors: blue, green, red and yellow. A new spin on an old standard.



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Molly Duo Panel Bed - White (Queen)

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Black Friday Molly Duo Panel Bed - White (Queen) Feature

  • Color: White
  • Size: 48.5"H x 61.5"W x 83.5"D
  • Metal construction.
  • Bright and durable painted finish.
  • Available in several sizes.


Black Friday Molly Duo Panel Bed - White (Queen) Overview

Finish:White, Footboard Option:With Footboard, Bed Size:Queen Adorable old fashioned kids bed is updated with festive and trendy colors: blue, green, red and yellow. A new spin on an old standard.



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Bedroom Decor - Get a Whole New Look, Just by Changing the Bedding

While bedroom makeovers often focus on changing paint colors, flooring or carpet, wall art, lighting and window treatments, you can make a drastic change just with bedding. Your main concern when choosing bedding is the color of the walls and flooring. Unless you have a very thematic wall mural painted on a wall, you will be able to bring in almost any style of bedding that appeals to you with success as long as the colors blend or accent harmoniously. This is one of the biggest advantages of using neutrals or light pastels for wall colors; you can change the accents to suit your mood or the season without having to paint or make major changes to the décor.

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As an example, if your walls are painted in a light taupe and your floors are neutral as well, you can bring in drama to the bedroom with bedding in shades of red, cream and khaki. With this color scheme, you could go very modern, with a bedspread of modern geometrics, graphic flowers or bold color blocks. Take the same color scheme and make it English country with a block print quilt of flowers in shades of red and rose against cream and khaki with pillows, shams and bed skirt accenting the same colors but in a mix of pattern, including gingham checks, ticking stripes, a contrasting floral pattern and plaids. Or make this color scheme eclectic with a paisley comforter in the same color scheme with bold stripes and accent colors in deep jewel tones.

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Then take the same taupe walls and neutral floor colors and go a totally different direction. How about combining sophisticated shimmering crystal blue and deep espresso or chocolate? You could even go with shades of pale blue and green with accents of cream and brown to work against the same wall and floor colors.

Now that you see how you can use the same color scheme to get many different looks, we'll talk a little about bedding components.

Bedding Basics

o A true bedspread will go all the way to the floor, blocking your view of the area beneath the bed. A quilt or comforter only drapes over three sides of the bed and does not reach to the bottom of the bed; when using a comforter, the box spring below the mattress is visible. Therefore, when choosing a comforter, you should choose a coordinating bed skirt as well. If your bed has side rails and you'd rather not use a skirt, you can use a coordinating fitted sheet to cover the box spring.

o A bed skirt doesn't have to be an exact match to the comforter. Many bedding companies sell coordinating pieces in the same line: A striped skirt may be coordinated to go with a floral comforter. You can add a little designer flair if you mix up patterns in coordinating colors: solids, stripes, checks, florals, etc. all work together when united by color. You can also coordinate a square pleat bed skirt in a solid color or choose a lacy or embroidered skirt. Lay fabrics and options against each other in the store to mix and match and get a signature look, instead of one that looks pre-packaged.

o Mix and match sheets with your outer pieces. The pillows you sleep on will be hidden under the comforter or bedspread, so purchase a set of pillow shams that fit over an extra set of pillows and brings another coordinating layer to the mix. Make sure that your pillow sizes match your mattress size: king size pillow with a king size bed and queen pillows with a queen size mattress.

o Throw pillows are the icing on the cake. You'll find them in every shape and size, from round or square, to bolsters, ovals, rectangles and themed shapes. Satin, corduroy, crochet or lace, cotton ticking, needlepoint and unlimited theme designs allow you to top of your new bedroom décor with a luxurious pile of finishing touches.

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Black Friday DaVinci Jenny Lind Toddler Bed Conversion Kit- Cherry 2011 Deals

Nov 14, 2011 21:12:43

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Black Friday DaVinci Jenny Lind Toddler Bed Conversion Kit- Cherry Feature

  • Fits perfectly with our Jenny Lind crib design and style.
  • Extends the useful life of our Jenny Lind crib by converting it to a toddler bed.


Black Friday DaVinci Jenny Lind Toddler Bed Conversion Kit- Cherry Overview

Once your little one has outgrown the crib, this Toddler Bed Conversion Rail Kit allows you to easily convert the Jenny Lind crib (M7391) into a toddler bed. With a simple installation using just four included screws, you can extend the use of the crib until your child is ready for a twin bed. Measures 51.5"L x 1.125"W x 13.5"H. Features: Fits perfectly with our Jenny Lind crib design and style Extends the useful life of our Jenny Lind crib by converting it to a toddler bed Lead and phthalate safe Non-toxic finish Made of solid Asian hardwood Measures 51.5"L x 1.125"W x 13.5"H 1 year warranty



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Orbelle 3-6T Toddler Bed, Natural

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Black Friday Orbelle 3-6T Toddler Bed, Natural Feature

  • Solid wood, contemporary, bed for your toddler
  • Designed so that your toddler can safely get in and out of bed
  • The orbelle toddler bed comes complete with two side safety rails
  • The orbelle toddler bed is the perfect transition for toddlers, who have outgrown their cribs, but are still too small for an adult bed
  • Easy to assemble comes complete with all necessary tools


Black Friday Orbelle 3-6T Toddler Bed, Natural Overview

The Orbelle Contemporary SOLID WOOD Toddler Bed is a great bed from your toddler. The Toddler Bed is set at precisely the right height. It has been designed so that your toddler can safely get in and out of bed. The Orbelle Toddler Bed comes complete with two side safety rails, therefore preventing your child from falling out of the bed while sleeping. It is the perfect transition for toddlers who have outgrown their cribs but are still too small for an adult bed.



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Twin Hillsdale Molly White Metal Headboard

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Black Friday Twin Hillsdale Molly White Metal Headboard Feature

  • Dust frequently using a clean, specially treated dusting cloth that will attract and hold dust particles
  • Do not use wax or abrasive cleaners as they may damage the finish
  • Frame Material: Metal
  • Finish: Powder-Coated
  • Care and Cleaning: Wipe Clean With a Dry Cloth
  • Dimensions: 48.5 " H x 39.5 " W


Black Friday Twin Hillsdale Molly White Metal Headboard Overview

Whether you're looking for a vintage metal headboard or a simple touch of cozy cottage charm, the Hillsdale Molly White Metal Headboard is an excellent choice. This classically elegant white metal frame is both affordable and versatile. The design features decorative cast metal joints to easily complement country-inspired and shabby chic interiors. Other colors for the Molly metal headboard include yellow, blue, green, and red. This frame is also available in three sizes to accommodate any bedroom in your home. Features: White finish Includes headboard only Available in Twin, Full and Queen Welded construction Rustic charm Fits on Hillsdale standard frames Specifications: Twin Headboard Dimensions: 48.58221; H x 39.58221; W Full Headboard Dimensions: 48.58221; H x 54.58221; W Queen Headboard Dimensions: 48.58221; H x 61.638221; W Twin Headboard Weight: 15 lbs Full Headboard Weight: 16 lbs Queen Headboard Weight: 17 lbs Recommended Care: Dust frequently using a clean, specially treated dusting cloth that attracts and holds dust particles Do NOT use liquid, wax or abrasive cleaners as they may damage the finish



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Step2 Lifestyle Twin Bed

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Black Friday Step2 Lifestyle Twin Bed Feature

  • Built-in climbing ladders on both sides
  • Four large doors (2 on each side) swing wide open for access to huge 28 cubic-foot, under-bed storage area
  • High sides for security
  • Accommodates standard twin mattress (not included)
  • Two sturdy rotomolded supports and two wood slats included


Black Friday Step2 Lifestyle Twin Bed Overview

Step2 LifeStyle Twin BedFinally a bed that fits your kid's lifestyle! When your little one is ready to graduate from a crib to a big-kid bed, this bed is the perfect choice, featuring a durable plastic construction that's designed to last. The LifeStyle Twin Bed features other details like a raised-panel headboard, footboard and side rails to keep little ones secure. With built-in climbing ladders on both sides. Plus, it has four doors on the sides that swing open for storage unde



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Chasing Adventure Via Motorcycle in Latin America

On the pampas the horizons seem to flee. The llamas are golden, the clouds impossibly white. We let the bikes run. Suddenly, the view changes. The lead bike rises above the line of the horizon, a rider flails through the air 10 feet above the ground. This is not good. Jeff has gone off the road at 70 mph. Katie goes into paramedic mode, calming Jeff, running her hands up his spine, probing, checking ribs, legs, arms. The fall has ripped his touring jacket from shoulder to waist, peeling the back protector to reveal the We-Build-Bridges T-shirt. He is scuffed, but within moments is giggling, flashing the "I Can't Believe I'm Still Alive" grin that is his default expression.

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Ryan pulls the bike up and starts collecting the bits scattered across the desert. The luggage is destroyed. The right handlebar is bent almost to the tank. Mirrors, turn signals, front fender snapped off in a microsecond. Both wheel rims have dents. Incredibly, it still runs. He puts the parts that still work back on the bike, takes it for a test ride. It will last another 7,000 miles. Our motto: We Will Make This Work.

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Jeff tells what happened. A small bird had hopped into his path. The next thing he knew he was off the road, launched into a culvert. "I thought, wow. I'm Superman. Oh look, there's the bike. Oh look, there's the bird..." In a field strewn with jagged boulders, he had landed on sand.

THE BEGINNING

The trip came up long before I was ready. A phone call, an invitation to tag along with a group of BMW riders embarking on a five-week, 8,000-mile journey from Peru to Virginia. I would document the ride, a fundraising effort for a group that builds footbridges in remote areas of the world. I'd been thinking about a long ride, something open-ended, without support vehicles, the experience of being totally "out there." This seemed to fit the bill. A third of the distance around the world with complete strangers. I had a brand-new BMW F 800 GS and it was thirsty. If there was a point of no return, I crossed it before I hung up the phone.

First, the riders. Ken Hodge is an insurance benefits specialist and member in good standing of the Newport News Rotary Club. He discovered motorcycles late in life, when he bought a bike, rode it across country in 48 hours, then began to dream of a bigger adventure, something for a good cause.

He recruited his daughter Katie (a fire department paramedic), his stepson Ryan (a mechanic and dirt-bike rider) and Ryan's best friend Jeff. I'm impressed by their preparations. They ride old BMW R 1150s and F 650 singles. Ryan had spent a year renewing the bikes, poking about the inner recesses, memorizing the shop manuals for each machine. They would bring enough tools and parts to handle almost every emergency.

INTO THE ANDES

We stop at Nazca to view the ancient figures scratched in the rocky desert. From the top of a tower we can see a figure with raised hands. Just to the north, the Pan-American Highway bisects the figure of a lizard, decapitating the creature. Bound by the tight focus of brass transit levels, the surveyors who laid out the road were not even aware of the sacred relics, discovered when aerial flight became common.

I realize that we are as blinded by focus, by concentration as the surveyors were by their instrument. The trip will be a series of images, sidelong glances, captured at speed.

Descendants of the people who built the Inca trail, Peruvian builders know their stuff. But it's the tracery, the managed flow of momentum, that has our respect. The road ascends ancient seabeds, hills covered with talus, fractured dry ridges with cornices sculpted by landslides. Midday, we find ourselves on a high pampas inhabited by thousands of vicuña and alpaca. In the distance, our first sight of snowcapped peaks. There are stone corrals on nearby slopes, one-room huts. In the middle of this giant nowhere, a lone shepherd walking on the side of the hill.

We discover that the distances on maps are those of the condor. We travel incredibly twisted roads that sometimes take a hundred turns (and several miles) to get from one ridge to the next. The map indicates towns, but to our dis-may not all have gas stations. We buy gas in a small outpost from a woman who ladles it out of a bucket with a coffee pot, then pours it through a plastic, woven kitchen funnel into our tanks. The whole town watches. We push on into the descending night. We make it to the next set of lights, 20 or so buildings on two streets, find a hotel, and park our bikes in an enclosed backyard with dogs, chickens, dead birds, plastic bottles and an animal hide tanning on the wall. Instead of the usual exit signs, the restaurant in our hotel has green arrows that say "ESCAPE." It is not a criticism of the food. The forces that drive the Andes skyward have been known to demolish whole towns.

The next morning we fire up the bikes, and ascend into the Andes on a perfect road. We are fluid, going through hairpins, double hairpins, squared-off turns-climbing the flank of a single 4,700-meter peak. I can think of only one word: delicious. We move through mist and low-hanging clouds, with shafts of sunlight slanting into rainbows. The valleys below are green and fertile, a mix of old Inca terracing and more modern farms. Slender eucalyptus trees line the road, providing shade for huts with red tile roofs. A girl tends a flock of goats (identified with colorful ribbons) on a green meadow, book in hand. At one point I think the clouds above have parted to reveal patches of blue, but when I look up I see that it is snow-covered rock, another 3,000 or 4,000 feet of mountain. On a turnoff near the top of the peak we find a dozen or so tiny shrines, little churches decorated with flowers and ribbons and photographs of loved ones. The site of a bus plunge. On a hillside across the valley paragliders work the thermals, the canopies looking like bright-colored eyebrows, or ostentatious angels.

We share the road with vicuña, alpaca, llama, sheep, goats, dogs, roosters, pigs, horses and cows. On a narrow lane near Abancay, a bull tries to gore me as I pass, charging and making a hooking motion with its horns. One night after the sunset, I round a corner and a beautiful roan stallion wheels in the light from our bikes, filling the lane with wide eyes and flashing hoofs, inches from my head. I realize that riding sweep poses a risk. The novelty of our passing bikes wears off, and the local wildlife has time to react.

Entering Cusco, Ryan asks directions, a girl directs us onto a narrow cobblestone street, slick with rain, as steep as a bobsled run. The rocks are turned on their side, like teeth. The knobbies have no traction whatsoever. The people on the sidewalks frantically wave their hands, indicating that the road gets steeper. I touch my brake and the bike goes down, pinning my leg against the curb, a quarter of an inch shy of a fracture. The bike behind me goes down. It is harrowing. The locals help us lift the bikes, get them turned uphill.

A police escort leads us to a hotel that lets us store the motorcycles in the lobby. Without bothering to shower, we make our way to the Norton Rats Bar on the northeast corner of the central plaza. The owner, an American expatriate, once piloted a Norton to the tip of the continent. The walls are lined with photos from the trip. Above the bar are mounted heads, the four past American presidents, with their best known soundbites: I am not a crook. I did not inhale. I do not recall. We will find WMD in Iraq. We sip beers, trade stories, trying to reassemble the past few days. The dead battery. The punctured radiator. The roadside repairs. The incredible rush of unrelenting beauty.

Three days of desert north of Lima generate a few details. The total absence of life, the three colors of sand. Young boys pedaling tricycle ice cream carts in the middle of nowhere. We enter a <I>zona de nimbleras</I>, but instead of fog we find a 60-mph crosswind that sends a layer of grit skittering across the road like a special effect in a Steven Spielberg movie. Two lanes narrow to one covered by blowing sand, thick enough to swallow the front tire, deep enough that a road grader prepares to clear the drifting sands.

We decide to try a secondary route through the hills. We turn onto a dirt road and everything changes. We pass through villages alive with people, dogs, tiny three-wheel taxis fashioned from old motorcycles. Kids on motorscooters ride past, snapping pictures with their cell phones. The road throws split-finger fastballs at the bash plate that clang as loud and adamant as the sound of an aluminum bat. We slosh our way through gravel, gray dust on everything, parts falling off, teeth rattling. Oh yes, this is what we wanted.

ECUADOR

In Macara, we sit on the sidewalk near a minor town square, eating pork cooked by a rotund woman in a yellow dress. Her daughter brings us three beers (giant) at a time, and keeps the empties in a milk crate for accounting later. Boys on motorbikes cruise the quiet streets, the lucky ones with girls on the back. Across the square, girls sit on benches. Jeff experiences a cultural revelation, that South American girls have breasts, and wear tight pants...and "Hey, I think she likes me."

Our dinner companion is David McCollum, an American expatriate that Ryan had met on ADVrider.com. He tells us stories about riding the Ecuadoran Andes, and gives us tips on handling roadblocks. "Act Stupid. Do not try to communicate in Spanish. Say 'No fumar Espanol' (I don't smoke Spanish). If all else fails, have Katie cry." Er, Katie does not do "cry." The next day he leads us into the Ecuadoran Andes.

Impressions: Razor-sharp ridges. Lumpy, conical outcroppings. Monasteries on top of hills. Slopes so steep they will never be worked by machine. A couple standing above dark earth, the man holding a wooden hoe, the woman a bag of seeds. A woman on horseback, black and red cape, a whip coiled in one hand. Trees. Cloud. Mist. The feel of a Japanese block print, the ones that suggest the road goes to infinity.

I had introduced the group to a family tradition. When we travel, we end each day by recounting high point, low point and funny bone. After this day, I will add "Pucker moments." Trucks hurtle out of the fog, running without lights, signaled only by the ghostly wave pushed before. They appear in our lane without warning or reason. We go through construction sites where the road narrows to one lane that offers no escape route. One side seems hideously close to the new concrete, studded with rebar fangs. The other side is precipice. Pucker moments? Take your pick.

Sometimes it's the surface, a half mile of muddy bobsled run, of loose gravel, of gushing water, the bike handling like a loose bowel. Twice, we round a corner and find no road, the surface having caved in, sucked away by underground torrents. Katie's moment comes when a cow, with no footing, scrambles into the path of her bike. For Jeff, it is passing a truck that suddenly swerves to avoid a pothole, the trailer swinging toward him like a baseball bat.

We spend two days in Cuenca, a 500-year-old city surrounded by mountains. Ken phones ahead and discovers that the ship that was to have taken us and the bikes from Ecuador to Panama doesn't exist (had we had drugs or been illegal aliens, no problem, but there are no accommodations for <I>turistas</I> with motorcycles). We ask David for help. While we ride to Quito, he will work the phones. He finds a contact, a guy known for getting things done when no one else can. We meet up with this air freight magician at The Turtle's Head, a biker bar in Quito. At midnight.

The next morning we ride our bikes to the military section of the airport, then into a refrigerated warehouse. The steel floor is covered with embedded ball bearings, across which slide steel palettes. For the next three hours we wrestle with tiedowns. A skinny man dressed entirely in black oversees the operation, taking pictures of the bikes with a digital camera, making sure batteries are disconnected, tires are deflated. Drug-sniffing dogs poke their noses into every recess.

Then, just like that, our bikes are gone, on their way to Panama in the belly of an airplane.

CENTRAL AMERICA

Central American countries are the size of postage stamps. You can cross them in a day and a half, only to spend a half day at customs and immigration. Ken had prepared Xerox copies of all our documents (passports, licenses, titles, registration, VIN numbers) and had them notarized. As he works with the official in the air-conditioned office, we sit in 100-degree heat and watch ants carry grains of dirt from beneath the ground. We will become used to the demands for more copies, the freelance currency traders waving bills in front of our faces, the young hustlers willing to facilitate the process, the food vendors waiting for starvation to overcome caution about local cuisine.

Before embarking on this trip, I'd read State Department travel advisories. The section on Peru warned that five Americans had died from liposuction in Lima. OK, was that consensual liposuction, or were there gangs of thugs wielding vacuum cleaners with sharp pointy attachments? Virtually every entry on Central American countries warned about fake checkpoints, bandits in uniform, soldiers in the middle of nowhere.

Along the roadside are signs with a blood-red eye and the warning <I>vigilantes</I>. We round a corner to find two soldiers walking patrol, miles from the nearest town. They ask for paperwork. A surge of adrenaline turns my mouth to cotton. David, our friend in Ecuador had given us good advice: Act stupid. Smile. We seem to have a natural talent for that. <I>No fumar Espanol</I>. After inspecting our paperwork, they wave us on. In the next few weeks we will be stopped repeatedly, sniffed by dogs, x-rayed, wanded with devices that look like carving knives with car antennas where the blade should be. At border crossings, guys in jumpsuits and facemasks spray our bikes with liquids designed to kill stowaway bugs too lazy to cross borders under their own power. There are soldiers at every gas station, armed attendants at convenience stores and restaurants, guys with shotguns on Pepsi trucks. We are aware of poverty, a culture of criminal opportunity. The night air can strip your bike naked, if you don't find a hotel with secure parking.

These countries are linked by soil to the United States, and our culture has rattled its way through. Central America is a motorbike culture. Whole families whiz by, perched on narrow seats, wearing helmets with missing visors. In Panama City we run into a group of Harley riders. The bikes have exhausts the size of howitzers, the horns blare a soundtrack of special effects. They surround us, and ask if we want to join their regular weekend burger run. We follow them to an exclusive country club just beyond the Mira Flores locks on the Panama Canal. They send us off with directions to a bed-and-breakfast up the coast. I fall asleep that night in a hammock, a bottle of beer still clutched in my hand, the blades of a fan whirring softly overhead.

Central America has a different feel than Peru and Ecuador, a different gravity. We move through verdant countryside at a speed that would be natural in Virginia or Colorado or California. The vegetation looks like fireworks, only green. Here clusters of one plant have taken over a hillside. There a different species explodes. A slow war.

We have been in the saddle for three weeks. Nothing can break our pace. We abandon the Pan-American Highway and find roads that make it seem like you have two flat tires, ones that seem like you're riding on an oil spill. There are narrow, one-vehicle-at-a-time bridges of mismatched narrow-gauge rails, or on lesser roads, steel plates tossed across rotting timbers. The terrain is a geological mash-up, without the power of the Andes, but enough unexpected elevation change and tight corners to make for an interesting ride. Towns announce themselves with speed bumps and potholes that can swallow bikes whole. I see road signs unique to the country, silhouettes of odd animals. A snake crossing. A jaguar crossing. In Costa Rica we hit a 30-mile stretch of gravel road, and the world becomes dust. The bikes come alive. We romp, skitter, wander, trusting the gyroscope. I try to read the strange shadows that appear in the dust-bicyclists, ATVs, huge trucks with no lights-not always accurately. There are breaks in the dust cloud when I see fields filled with white cattle and at their feet white egrets. The sky tinges pink with light from a setting sun. A feeling almost like peace.

We spend a night in Arsenal, a destination resort for adrenaline junkies with discretionary income. Posters advertise canopy walks, zipline rides through the rain forest, the chance to rappel down waterfalls, night hikes to lava flows, kayaking, canoeing. We ignore the offers, saddle up and ride into the rain forest. A group of meercats swarms down an embankment onto the road. Monkeys cavort in the trees overhead. A tourist zips by on a steel cable casting a shadow on the road, a blur of color in the sky. It looks like someone was hanging laundry and forgot to take his or her clothes off.

Nicaragua has its own feel. We ride past volcanoes so large they make their own weather, the crowns hidden beneath wide-brimmed clouds. Don Quixote in his barber bowl hat. The streets are clogged with horsedrawn buggies. We find a hotel near the town square. Across the street from the hotel is a shop offering galactic Internet. The traditional culture is slowly losing ground to bandwidth. Relay towers compete with church steeples, billboards for cell service block oversized statues of saints on nearby hilltops.

We visit a bridge, built by Ken's organization, in a remote area of Honduras. At the turnoff from the main road I think we are entering a drainage ditch. Indeed, during the rainy season the road is impassable, the clay surface too slick for traction. Now, the bikes tackle a road gouged by erosion, working their way around rocks exposed by the force of water. This is by far the most technical riding of the trip.

The 40-mile road will take five hours to cross. The clawmark gullies pull Ken's bike out from under him; Katie rides into a ditch and smashes her bike's windscreen. Even Ryan has trouble. The river, when we reach it, is intimidating. I take pictures of the bikes as they come through, pushing a bow wave over front wheels, jouncing up the rocks on the other side. If a trip can be reduced to 1⁄250th of a second, a single moment seared in memory, these pictures would be it.

We cross into Guatemala, and spend the night with Hemingway impersonators and Jimmy Buffet wannabes in Rio Dulce. The hotel has a wonderful tacky feeling. The overhead fan showers sparks. The power goes off at regular intervals, as does the water. If you want a shower, step outside. We spend a long day riding through rain. The water destroys one of my cameras, turning the LCD into an aquarium. Hey, I have enough pictures.

ALMOST THERE

At the first town over the Mexican border, we stop for directions on a crowded street. A truck sideswipes my bike, snags a sidecase, and drags me down. I'm unhurt, but the windscreen and instrument panel lie in fragments. The police, when they arrive, are the opposite of helpful. We collect the broken bits, duct tape everything in sight, and fire it up. We are unstoppable. We ride on, but the mood of the ride changes and the calendar beckons. Katie, Ryan and Jeff have to be back by a certain date, or they lose their jobs.

The ride becomes time vs. distance, a push that blurs most of Mexico, and a final border crossing into the United States.

We hurtle across long roads, nursing bikes that are showing signs of wear. Ken's bike is missing a sidestand. Ryan's helmet a visor. Katie treats her BMW's busted windscreen like a badge of honor, but still, a 75-mph headwind is exhausting. Jeff's bike has chewed the rear sprocket to nubbins, the chain is beginning to slip. It will wind up in a U-Haul 100 miles from home.

Five weeks after departing, we see the lights of Newport News. As they enter the city, Ken, Ryan and Katie spread across the road, side by side, arms raised. The long ride is over.

Chasing Adventure Via Motorcycle in Latin America
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