Two Are Better: Midlife Newlyweds Bicycle Coast to Coast

by Tim Bishop, Debbie Bishop, Dan Miller (Foreword by)

Overview

Waiting upon the Lord takes on new meaning when you've been searching for companionship for over thirty years. Such was the case for Tim and Debbie Bishop. At age 52, the couple finally found in each other that special someone they'd been searching for years to marry. They moved from marriage proposal and wedding, to Tim's "retirement" and relocation, to embarking on their cycling adventure in only ten weeks. Early reviewer Scott Emack knows this isn't just another travelogue: "Framed within a coast-to-coast biking odyssey with its daunting challenges lies a deeper and engaging view of discovering ourselves, our relationship with a loved one, spiritual connections, and answers to the nagging quest for juggling our priorities. Two Are Better will no doubt inspire you, but the fun in these pages is riding along with the Bishops." Over 100 color photos supplement vivid descriptions of their magnificent surroundings. Embrace life like never before. Read Two Are Better, and begin your own quest to more adventuresome living.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780985624828
Publisher:	Open Road Press
Publication date:	05/15/2013
Pages:	208
Product dimensions:	5.90(w) x 8.90(h) x 0.60(d)

About the Author

Debbie Bishop is an overcomer with boundless energy and an adventuresome spirit. Transparent, relatable, and fun best describe her writing. She holds a Masters degree in literacy from Lesley University and has taught for over thirty years. Following a long road to recovery from addictions and regrettable choices, Debbie married at age 52. Two weeks after their wedding, the Bishops embarked from Seaside, Oregon—on bicycles—and pedaled to the coast of Maine in two months. They have cycled thousands of miles throughout America and have lived to tell about it. Thanks to these adventures and other life experiences, the Bishops’ coauthored books overflow with wisdom, hope, and joy. Their devotional from the seat of a bicycle, Wheels of Wisdom, earned first-place book awards in Inspiration, Christian Devotional, Christian Nonfiction, and Christian Inspirational. Originally from New England, Debbie lives in Middle Tennessee with her husband. At age 52, Tim Bishop left a successful career as a corporate treasurer, married his dream girl, and embarked with her to parts unknown—on bicycles. Tim and Debbie have since coauthored several books about their midlife bicycling adventures. Wheels of Wisdom has won eight book awards, including four 1st-place finishes. Publishers Weekly dubbed the book “a roadmap for life.” The Bishops bring a strong Christian foundation to their inspirational, self-help books. In addition to his writing and publishing endeavors, Tim volunteers as a “HopeCoach” on TheHopeLine, a help service for young people who are struggling with life issues. Tim is a three-time Maine chess champion, a CPA, and a consultant for small businesses. In 2014, he penned and published a business book, Hedging Commodity Price Risk. He is still out to prove that the writing contest he won as a college freshman was not a fluke. The Bishops blog at OpenRoadPress.com. Dan Miller is a life coach and New York Times bestselling author of 48 Days to the Work You Love.

Read an Excerpt

If you dwell too much on potential problems, you will never make it out of your driveway!

Most fears have some basis in reality, but we usually give them too much power.

When you are delivered from the plague of loneliness, you don't want to go back. And neither would you wish it upon anyone else.

I'll never forget that ride. I just wish I could have seen it!

Table of Contents

Foreword iv

Preface vi

Chapter 1 Getting Started 1

Chapter 2 Our Story 3

Chapter 3 A New Day Dawning 23

Chapter 4 On-the-Job Training 35

Chapter 5 Climbing Out of the Valley 57

Chapter 6 Facing Our Fears 69

Chapter 7 We Can Do This 97

Chapter 8 Tornado Alley 113

Chapter 9 Urban Travel 139

Chapter 10 The Homestretch 165

Chapter 11 Simplicity 189

Epilogue 195

Trip Log 196

Acknowledgments 198

TheHopeLine 199

What People are Saying About This

From the Publisher

I strongly suspect that Tim and Debbie’s story will inspire you to reevaluate your own life story and to add your own elements of new meaning and purpose. Enjoy the journey!

–Dan Miller, Author and Life Coach

Framed within a coast-to-coast biking odyssey with its daunting challenges lies a deeper and engaging view of discovering ourselves, our relationship with a loved one, spiritual connections, and answers to the nagging quest for juggling our priorities. Two Are Better will no doubt inspire you, but the fun in these pages is riding along with the Bishops.

–Scott Emack, Retired English Instructor

This book is a real gem—you’re in for a rare treat! Two Are Better is a love story, a captivating journey, and an inspiring testimonial of faith. Be prepared to have a hard time setting this one down.

–Mark Gries, National Development Director, Dawson McAllister Association

Two Are Better is a tale of inspiration, courage, and dedicated love. You will love this story. It is written from the heart.

–Ken Goodin, Writer, Composer, and Musician

Two Are Better is a fun, inspirational book that reminds us that adventure can happen at any stage of life if we are willing to embrace it.

–Jill Hoyt, Homemaker and Avid Reader

Two Are Better makes a clear point that waiting for God’s best in all things is worth the wait, even a very long one.

–Tim Altman, CEO, Dawson McAllister Association and TheHopeLine

Editorial Reviews

Two Are Better succeeds on several levels. The Bishops share their deep appreciation of the American landscape and the people they met complemented by around 100 gorgeous photos. Instead of writing a detail heavy "how to" manual of cross country biking, they've included enough details and hints to send others in the right direction. Most importantly, Debbie and Tim write honestly about making their new marriage work sometimes under stressful circumstances and the strength and support they found in their long-held Christian faith.
—Chris Bergeron, Metrowest Daily News 2/11/13

Life's adventures are better enjoyed with another in our life. Two Are Better: Midlife Newlyweds Bicycle Coast to Coast is a memoir of an adventure from Tim & Debbie Bishop who upon saying their vows left behind long established life to set out and see the entire world as they know it. Sharing their story of going across America in ten weeks by bicycle, they seek to inspire any other readers to see and experience the world on their journeys. Two Are Better is an insightful and charming read complete with full color photos throughout, very much recommended reading.
—The Midwest Book Review March 2013
—Independent Publisher March 2013 Highlighted Title

I strongly suspect that Tim and Debbie's story will inspire you to reevaluate your own life story and to add your own elements of new meaning and purpose. Enjoy the journey!
—Dan Miller, New York Times bestselling author of 48 Days to the Work You Love

Framed within a coast-to-coast biking odyssey with its daunting challenges lies a deeper and engaging view of discovering ourselves, our relationship with a loved one, spiritual connections, and answers to the nagging quest for juggling our priorities. Two Are Better will no doubt inspire you, but the fun in these pages is riding along with the Bishops.
—Scott Emack, Retired English Instructor

This book is a real gem-you're in for a rare treat! Two Are Better is a love story, a captivating journey, and an inspiring testimonial of faith. Be prepared to have a hard time setting this one down.
—Mark Gries, National Development Director, Dawson McAllister Association

Two Are Better is a tale of inspiration, courage, and dedicated love. You will love this story. It is written from the heart.
—Ken Goodin, Writer, Composer, and Musician

Two Are Better is a fun, inspirational book that reminds us that adventure can happen at any stage of life if we are willing to embrace it.
—Jill Hoyt, Homemaker and Avid Reader

Two Are Better makes a clear point that waiting for God's best in all things is worth the wait, even a very long one.
—Tim Altman, CEO, Dawson McAllister Association and TheHopeLine

From the Publisher