March 17, 2011
Thought you'd like to see a picture of me on my bike................
Actually that is a picture of me on Dave's bike (turn your chillllrren's heads away from the screen here) that Santa repainted for me. Dave was quick to point that out to me on Christmas Day.
NOW THE BIG NEWS!
The week started well, I was asked to portray Satan at the 11:00 service at church. During the reading from Matthew I emerged from the congregation to tempt Christ. I asked if we could cut church and play golf, go to Hooters..................no, I stuck to the Scripture. Heard a lot of whispers about "role-playing" and "that wasn't much of a stretch for him" but I'm pretty sure that 60% of the time I don't know what these snide remarks mean all of the time.
NOW THE REALLY BIG NEWS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Then I came home and got a call, our bike was here. Got her in the garage and managed to get her started. It was a little more difficult since with its age all of the important settings are worn off. Looks good and everyone is happy.
NOW THE BIG NEWS!
The week started well, I was asked to portray Satan at the 11:00 service at church. During the reading from Matthew I emerged from the congregation to tempt Christ. I asked if we could cut church and play golf, go to Hooters..................no, I stuck to the Scripture. Heard a lot of whispers about "role-playing" and "that wasn't much of a stretch for him" but I'm pretty sure that 60% of the time I don't know what these snide remarks mean all of the time.
NOW THE REALLY BIG NEWS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Then I came home and got a call, our bike was here. Got her in the garage and managed to get her started. It was a little more difficult since with its age all of the important settings are worn off. Looks good and everyone is happy.
Need to do some minor work on her before riding, a fuel valve is leaking, the valves need adjusting, and the 11 year old tires have sufficient tread but some dry-rot on the sidewalls.
Typical shop photo here with parts and pieces lying about. There are two hard side bags which I removed to get at some parts. TAR's friend Campbell has been very helpful in not only convincing her that this is a safe hobby, but also offering mechanical directions.Also had a little issue with the DMV due to the age and short VIN. I have to have an inspector come to the house to certify before getting NC plates.
But it's fun messing with things that make noise, can't wait to ride.
NOW THE REAAAAAAALLLLLLLLLLLLY BIG NEWS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
We welcomed a new Riley into the fold yesterday; Caroline Elizabeth Riley was born appropriately enough early on March 17, 2011. 6 pounds, 12 ounces, and 19 inches. Mother and child are doing well, although as I understand it Grandpa Dave was seen having "the vapors." Quick MeeMaw, the smelling salts!
And that news my friends, is indeed really big news. Happy birthday Caroline
