About the book:
From an
engagement to a cross-country trip in just ten weeks? And with no experience in
bicycle touring—or marriage? While Tim left behind a 26-year corporate career
and familiar surroundings, Debbie was about to enter a “classroom” she hadn’t
seen in her 24 years of teaching. Was it
a grand getaway or a big mistake?
Excerpt:
Over The Top (pgs. 90-91)Just 15 minutes into the
day, we arrived at Rogers Pass and the Continental Divide. When I saw the sign, I was shocked. You’re
kidding! I thought. Where are the Rockies? We had seen so
few snow-covered mountains. Climbing
through the Rockies had been much easier than expected and, other than Lolo
Pass, did not seem like climbing at all.
Rogers Pass only stands 5,600 feet above sea level.
Unbeknownst
to us, we had been ascending and fast approaching the beginning of the downhill
ride east. Another friendly tailwind had
shrouded the climb. But we weren’t about
to get cocky. After all, there were
3,000 miles to go.
Arriving at
this landmark would not have surprised most bicycle tourists, but it did
surprise us. We had done so little
pre-trip planning and were so busy with other aspects of the trip that we
hadn’t reviewed the map in detail, except when making immediate decisions about
when and where to turn. But sure enough,
there it was on the map: the Continental Divide!
The phantom
climb up Rogers Pass seemed insignificant, but the descent was a treat. The eastern side of the pass was steeper with
some switchbacks. My fearless wife, who
sees no use for brakes when descending, flew around the curves and down the
mountain. After all, why use brakes and
spoil the fun after you worked so hard to get up the hill? Wasn’t this the reward? Of course, she does
have a good point!
Purchase from Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Two-Are-Better-Midlife-Newlyweds/dp/0985624825/
Purchase from Open Road Press: http://www.openroadpress.com/store/
About the authors:
Tim
Bishop
Originally from Maine, Tim Bishop has
over thirty years of experience in business, first as a CPA, then for many
years in various roles in the corporate world. In addition to consulting for
small businesses, Tim serves as a Hope Coach for TheHopeLine, a nonprofit
organization that seeks to reach, rescue, and restore hurting teens and young
adults.
Debbie
Bishop
Debbie Bishop has taught for over
twenty-five years, for the past ten years as a literacy specialist in
Framingham, Massachusetts. She has a passion for reading and seeing that young
people do it well. She also has high interest in recovery issues and
encouraging others with her own triumphs over struggles earlier in her life.
Debbie also serves as a Hope Coach for TheHopeLine.
Visit the authors online at www.openroadpress.com.
Two Are Better Virtual Book Tour
Schedule
Tuesday, September 3rd
Guest post at Lori’s Reading Corner
Wednesday, September 4th
Interview at Blogcritics
Thursday, September 5th
First chapter review at Cheryl’s Christian
Book Connection
Friday, September 6th
Book spotlight at Diane Estrella: That’s What I’m Here For
Monday, September 9th
Book spotlight at The Writer’s Life
Tuesday, September 10th
Interview at Examiner
Wednesday, September 11th
Interview at As the Pages Turn
Thursday, September 12th
Interview at Literarily Speaking
Friday, September 13th
Book spotlight at 4 the Love of Books
Monday, September 16th
Interview and book giveaway at Tribute Books Reviews and
Giveaways
Tuesday, September 17th
Book review at JoJo’s Corner
Wednesday, September 18th
Guest post at Paperback Writer
Thursday, September 19th
Guest post at Review from Here
Friday, September 20th
Guest post and book giveaway at The Busy Mom’s Daily
Monday, September 23rd
Interview at Pump Up Your Book
Tuesday, September 24th
Book excerpt at Between the Covers
Thursday, September 26th
Book review at My Devotional Thoughts
Friday, September 27th
Book review at The Book Connection
Tuesday, October 1st
Book review at Maureen’s Musings
Friday, October 4th
Book review at Library at the END of the
Universe
Friday, October 11th
Interview at Spoilers, Sweetie
1 comment:
Thanks for hosting the Bishops today. I'm in the middle of reading their book. It's fascinating. It's mostly told from Tim's POV, but there are tidbits from Debbie in between. I hope your readers get a chance to check it out.
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