“Keep The Rubber Side Down”

A major crisis was narrowly averted at my home this a.m. After a peaceful night of sleep I awakened, and headed immediately to the coffee pot, only to find we were out of coffee! NO COFFEE!!!!!!!!!!! How does this happen? Who’s responsible? Damn it , Michelle! (someone has to take the fall)

In a panic I rushed into the butler pantry; Nothing! Under the cabinets, behind the Lucky Charms, Nothing! Over to the freezer, and there behind some type of frozen carcass and the sweet peas, I found an old bag of Starbucks: “Breakfast Blend”(roll the music). Hallelujah! All is well.

Hey everyone!  I hope you are having a great Sunday.  It’s a good day in Springfield…

• the paper came early
• the sun is shining
• the coffee is black and hot
• I am taking a 4 hour ride
• I have a couple Oliva cigars series G

I finally had some time time to clean up the Aero on Saturday.  It ’s amazing how nice she looks after a coat of wax.

This week I will be making the final preparations for our trip to Myrtle Beach bike week.  Highlights include…

• Deals Gap
• Savannah
• Charleston

Whatever is on your agenda for today, I hope it’s a great one!

The planets aligned this weekend!  I had an open schedule on Sunday, so I anxiously viewed the forecast in the hope Sunday’s weather would cooperate enough to allow for a ride.  When the weatherman declared the temperatures were to be above normal and the road conditions dry, I was elated.  About 1:00 p.m. Sunday afternoon, layered in my winter gear, I headed out for a leisurely ride headed no where in particular.  Within a half an hour, I found myself at one of my favorite places; “Estelle’s Leather Shop”.  Estelle’s is a small store with a wide selection of leather gear,  from vests to skirts, to holsters, and halters. Patches, and pins, helmets, belts, and plenty more.  You probably have a shop similar to this one in your area.  After wondering around the shop for a while, it was time to get back on the road.  I left Estelle’s heading south, until I came upon a county road complete with  hills and twisties.  From there I wondered the back roads not certain of my exact location, and not really caring.  Finally, I crossed a familiar road and headed toward the house.  By this time my finger tips, and feet, were beginning to make me aware they were ready for some warmth, so I stopped at a little  cafe for coffee and a sandwich with all the trimmings.  Twenty minutes later I was back on the road just as the afternoon sun  began to fade, and the temperatures started their downward descent.   As my short adventure was coming to an end, I was grateful for the chance to ride, to be outdoors, and to return home safely.

Keep The Rubber Side Down!

Rick