Francois_Dumas Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 ..... as a change from the famous movie title. Well, not Seattle, but rather Holland. We had to leave the bike (and trailer) in France when we dashed back home to see Mom and help Dad.... and now we're 'stuck'. The situation here may not change much over the next days/weeks, months even (?) and that means we can't go back to France.... the Summer riding season will be shot by the time we can. There are more important things in life, but we really were looking forward to 4 weeks of riding adventures in the Alps. Now I can't even go on a riding tour in the evening...... and taking the Jeep just isn't the same Oh well..... I'll be writing a lot I guess, for lack of better things to do Link to comment
Calvin (no socks) Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 Francois, get a bicycle and ride with Nina. Note: Keep her from falling into the water..... Then you will be in great shape when you do get the bike back...Calvin Link to comment
Wheels Rollin' Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 We had to leave the bike (and trailer) in France when we dashed back home to see Mom and help Dad.... and now we're 'stuck'. What's the distance between where your bike is and where you are, Francois? A friend in need is a friend indeed... The point? Perhaps someone could drive your bike | trailer back to you... For what it's worth, I'd be willing to do that for you <>... Perhaps someone else within your circle would be willing to do the same... There are more important things in life The fact of the matter is that you're right -- there are more important things in life... Just think of the additional planning | prep time you'll have -- and the heightened expectation for next time... Ya' know, the older we all get, 'next time' takes on an urgency we seldom experienced in our younger days <>... Put that urgency to good work <>... ~ Bill P.S. Continued thoughts and well wishes to you and Nina regarding Mom... Link to comment
ESokoloff Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 [snip] We had to leave the bike (and trailer) in France when we dashed back home to see Mom and help Dad.... and now we're 'stuck'. The situation here may not change much over the next days/weeks, months even (?) and that means we can't go back to France.... the Summer riding season will be shot by the time we can. There are more important things in life, [snip] Oh well..... I'll be writing a lot I guess, for lack of better things to do Well perhaps God (or insert supreme entity of your choice/belief HERE) removed this distraction to allow you to complete Mom's book or at least the next few chapters. Also if Bill's suggestion of help in the form of a good Samaritan delivering your RT back to you does not pan out, then Calvin's suggestion of a bicycle is not all that bad. After all, (for me) time spent on a bike is therapy regardless of the horse power involved Link to comment
edge51 Posted July 21, 2008 Share Posted July 21, 2008 Keep your chin up and take care of your mother. I missed a couple of summers riding when my parents passed on and I don't regret them at all. There is plenty of time and many roads to ride after they are gone. Link to comment
Francois_Dumas Posted July 21, 2008 Author Share Posted July 21, 2008 Heheh.... true... and I DID finish the book and am now waiting anxiously for it to be printed and delivered ! Oh, I have a bicycle alright... hate the darn thing.. it has a stock saddle !!!! Link to comment
yabadabapal Posted July 21, 2008 Share Posted July 21, 2008 Sorry about your misfortune. But in the mean time a bicycle is a great way to travel and be healthy. Just pretend it's a motorcycle without an engine. I do it all the time. Link to comment
Wheels Rollin' Posted July 21, 2008 Share Posted July 21, 2008 Just pretend it's a motorcycle without an engine. I do it all the time. Playing cards on the spokes? <>... Guilty when I was a wee lad <>... Seemed to fulfill the need on a succession of Schwins <>... ~ Bill Link to comment
Francois_Dumas Posted July 21, 2008 Author Share Posted July 21, 2008 We used clothes-pegs for that.... Link to comment
ESokoloff Posted July 21, 2008 Share Posted July 21, 2008 Heheh.... true... and I DID finish the book and am now waiting anxiously for it to be printed and delivered ! You are a good son NOW you can go outside and play until supper (in my best motherly tone) Oh, I have a bicycle alright... hate the darn thing.. it has a stock saddle !!!! Here you go. Good luck deciding on one....... Lets see: Eeny, meeny, miny, moe P.S. Great news about the book Link to comment
Matts_12GS Posted July 21, 2008 Share Posted July 21, 2008 I asked Dianne if she'd mind if I flew to France and rode the bike back to your house for you. It seemed like the least a friend could do! I'm glad I have a comfortable couch, I'll be sleeping on it for a while yet! Link to comment
Francois_Dumas Posted July 21, 2008 Author Share Posted July 21, 2008 LOL !! So I can blame Dianne ? Okay ! Thanks all the same guys Link to comment
JustJean Posted July 21, 2008 Share Posted July 21, 2008 I use to put playing cards in my bike spokes too! You brought back fun memories!! Still have you and yours in our thoughts Francois! Link to comment
yabadabapal Posted July 22, 2008 Share Posted July 22, 2008 Id fly to France but my arms are still killing me from the last time. Link to comment
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