Day 30. Salina to Clay Center KS. 61 miles

   I left this morning on wet roads and under a threatening sky. At one point I thought I could almost reach up and touch the clouds. It never did rain though.
   It was a day of beautiful rolling hills through farmland. The clouds helped keep the temperature down. I stopped at the top of one hill for a break and a car pulled over. I was a little leery at first, but then I saw the State Trooper insignia on the side. He wondered how I was doing and didn't think I had a very good day to ride. We talked a while and he assured me I was on the right path even though he had to help me remember what city I was going to. Then he took off.
   It stayed pleasant all day. I got to enjoy the sun the last 20 miles. Another nice day.