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Cycling the Underground Railroad--Part 2

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DAY 8: CINCINNATI TO WAYNESVILLE, OH The rail-trail I was riding today was a line of the Pennsylvania Railroad until 1974. It was a bit sad as I rode away.from the family I had spent almost two very wonderful days with, but I'll see them again in 10 days as I ride up to Michigan. Getting ready to leave the gaze of my "admiring" granddaughter. Adina! "Moving me down the highway..." After 13 miles of climbing a few hills to exit the city toward the east, I once again intersected the Little Miami Scenic Trail.  This multi-use, paved,  almost level path roughly follows the winding Little Miami River for over 50 miles. The Little Miami River wouldn't be called " "little" in Arizona! Being that it was Saturday morning, initially the trail was filled with walkers, runners and bikets.  I rode up next to a cyclist who made me an offer.  "If you're going to Loveland (about 10 miles up the road), I'll buy you a drink to learn about your jour...