Day 13 Lordsburg Nm to Deming Nm 66.1 mi 7 hr 91 deg

Left Denny's at 6:30a, there was just a glimpse of light in the sky at 49 deg. I think I can at least leave after the sun rises, I've been trying to beat the heat since the desert. It doesn't seem to be a problem now. I got my second flat right after my picture was taken. This stretch of the trip is well known for flats. I think I know why. The shoulder of Interstate 10 is loaded with pieces of tires, large and small, with the steel belts protruding from them. One of these small steel belt wire pieces was in my tire. Crossed the Continental Divide, does that mean I'm half way there......Not. I will be staying in Deming for a days rest tomorrow, sooner than I planned, but needed.