Bulletin! We have been in areas where the Internet is a struggle. As a result I am way behind on the blog thing. Hopefully I can catch up soon.
But first we are going to ride the MS 150. Jim and I haven’t done long miles since we were in Phoenix. This would be an interesting ride. No land speed records today.
At the end of the first day we relax and enjoy BarBQ at the Texas Moter speedway
The day started out rather ominous. The sky was heavy with moisture. It would drip off the bottom of my sunglasses. As the day continued the sun finally popped out. In the past there MSRide is notorious for bad storms in the evening at the speedway. As a result of the forcast this weekend the promoters decided the teams could not put up the traditional tents. We found that sitting out in the sunshine on this particular day was really quite pleasant.
Riding into Fort Worth. The skyline gives you a feeling of a great accomplishment
From the speedway we ride to Fort Worth. This has to be one of the best finishes. We have done it many times and know the crowds are waiting to cheer you in. I can’t help but think of those that never ridden this event before. It is really neat to cross the finish line with all the excitement for a ride well done!
The riders on the back have MS. The RBM Crew riding through town and the FINISH LINE!
GROUP PHOTO. GOOFY GROUP PHOTO.
Great finish to a great day. We knew we had ridden 160 miles in two days. Long and fun. The hot tube is going to feel great.
The new mobile RBM SHOP. Looks really good. Woody has some great plans for it.
Myself and good friend Dean, with my Dad’s Drum Kit.
For many years I have had my Dad’s Premier Drum Kit from the 1950’s.Finding it a good home was important for me. Dean is a friend, who happens to be a drummer in a band and really appreciated the stories I had about my Dad and his drums. It dawned on the that Dean is who I wanted to have his drums. He was surprised by my request that he take them. Even better it was fun to spend time with him and pack them up for their new home. Thanks Dean I know you will smile and have some delightful memories as well being the owner of a really cool old 50’s Premier Drum Kit.
Hitting road early in the morning was a good move. We skirted the bad storms that were rumbling across the Midwest. On the news later that evening there were many tornadoes and flooding. Springfield Mo. was our first nights stay. The brewery there had some nice beers and a really great dinner menu. Great way to end a long drive.
Down on the farm! Mike and Diane put in a 50amp. For our trailer at their pole barn. It is so spacious and peaceful here. Plus we have family. Dogs can run all they want.
Today im helping Diane plant some flowers in her flower beds around the house. Doggie is more that happy to excavate some holes for us. For the life of her she can’t figure out what he is doing so she is supervising his work.
After a good days work in the garden, the guys took us to Mikey’s for some mighty fine pizza.
Riding the next day we passed Woody’s Lane. Here ya go Woody, there’s some acres out there for you too! At the start of another day, just another wonderful sunrise out our front door.
Mentone is the egg basket of the Midwest. Along with that they have the Egg Festival as well. In addition it happens to be this weekend! Above is Jim’s brother Mike with his 1956 Chevy Nomad at the car show. The band was really good and the last photo above is Jim with the owner of the 1966 corvette which Jim “almost” owned. Whew!
Above a few of Jim’s classmates. Tom Evans verified a story about his car and a train. Dan Yoder had a few tales to spin as well.
Jim’s 50th high school class reunion. It was great to connect faces with names and also all the adventures Jim has told about growing up in Nappanee Indiana. It was fun for me. Many more stories to add to his Norman Rockwell life.
The next day we had an open house at Shari’s ( Jim’s sisters lake home) for those who wanted to come for a visit one more time.
Jim grew up withTim in Nappanee. This last winter we saw him and his wife Cathy. Jim was able to talk him into coming back for the class reunion. They stayed with Shari and Pat. It was great to spend more time with them.
The sun is up and Daisy hangs out with Doogie to watch the day get started.
Love this barn! This is the first time we have seen the corn just planted and starting to grow. What better way to make sure you don’t drive into a hole in a parking lot. Put a wheel barrow in it!
On our way to Wild Wednesday. Tim our nephew, his wife Susan, Shari, Pat and Ashley, Tim’s daughter. Lunch at the Channel Marker and off to watch Ashley slolum ski for the first time.vthat got her s donation from Jim and I fundid raiser she does for her soriety for Riley’s foundation. Now we will be off to South Haven Michigan for the Hoyt family reunion.
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