Cleat malfunction not 1 but 2!

I thought this was worth sharing! I found myself 30 miles out on my ride today unable to clip in with my right or left cleat. To say this was frustrating is an understatement when I had 30 miles to ride back home including a couple decent climbs. After 5 stops and multiple tools and cleanings....still no dice. However I am proud to say I got through it by soft-pedaling and when out of the saddle climbing kept my feet very still. It amazes me sometimes what we have to do to make it home safely, and I am so grateful. Once home after more manipulating and a little lube was able to fix both cleats....lesson....perhaps I will carry a small tube of lube on my rides! 😀