May 22, 2012 5PM
I had mentioned somewhere, that I may write about stuff other than motorcycles. Hmmm, this may be the beginning.
Well, the day started OK. I have yet to decide where I’m going on my so-called mini-trip. At first, I was going to stay at The Peaks of Otter Motel, which is on the Blue Ridge Parkway. However, wow, the rates are over a hundred. And, yes, I’m trying to live on social security while continuing to spend money as though I have it.
So, looked around at other motels, near the parkway. Hmmm.
Then started looking at other cities. Anyway, the weather was delightful though rain forecast later…in fact, as I type this it is storming with lightening and all the rest.
So, my pup was out of treats and I was out of booze. Figured I’d make my first grocery run with the bike. Yep, treats and booze. Also, I needed to fill the tank for the first time. So, off to the store.
Dang, got a cramp in my leg when I was trying to get on the bike. Hmmm. Bought the treats. Strapped them on the back of the bike on top of my rain suit. Will I be able to throw my leg over? Barely.
Filled the tank (68 mpg, nice!) and headed to the booze store. Since picking up my bike last Thursday, I think, I’ve only used my car (actually a Honda Ridgeline) once and I’ve kept my wallet in my tank bag. Yes, maybe you can see where this is going…
Parked at the booze store and opened my tank bag. Yep, you guessed it. No wallet. Immediately back to the station, which is only a few miles from the booze store. Nooooooooooooooooooo wallet! So, that was my day.
There is a lesson here, I’m sure. I’ll think on that later.
Well, at least the pup has her treats. And, yes, I went to the bank (as always, the nice ladies there brightened my day), got cash, and bought booze. So, other than no wallet, driver’s license, credit cards, hundred-dollar bill, and so on…maybe the day will end OK. I shall see.
I had mentioned somewhere, that I may write about stuff other than motorcycles. Hmmm, this may be the beginning.
Well, the day started OK. I have yet to decide where I’m going on my so-called mini-trip. At first, I was going to stay at The Peaks of Otter Motel, which is on the Blue Ridge Parkway. However, wow, the rates are over a hundred. And, yes, I’m trying to live on social security while continuing to spend money as though I have it.
So, looked around at other motels, near the parkway. Hmmm.
Then started looking at other cities. Anyway, the weather was delightful though rain forecast later…in fact, as I type this it is storming with lightening and all the rest.
So, my pup was out of treats and I was out of booze. Figured I’d make my first grocery run with the bike. Yep, treats and booze. Also, I needed to fill the tank for the first time. So, off to the store.
Dang, got a cramp in my leg when I was trying to get on the bike. Hmmm. Bought the treats. Strapped them on the back of the bike on top of my rain suit. Will I be able to throw my leg over? Barely.
Filled the tank (68 mpg, nice!) and headed to the booze store. Since picking up my bike last Thursday, I think, I’ve only used my car (actually a Honda Ridgeline) once and I’ve kept my wallet in my tank bag. Yes, maybe you can see where this is going…
Parked at the booze store and opened my tank bag. Yep, you guessed it. No wallet. Immediately back to the station, which is only a few miles from the booze store. Nooooooooooooooooooo wallet! So, that was my day.
There is a lesson here, I’m sure. I’ll think on that later.
Well, at least the pup has her treats. And, yes, I went to the bank (as always, the nice ladies there brightened my day), got cash, and bought booze. So, other than no wallet, driver’s license, credit cards, hundred-dollar bill, and so on…maybe the day will end OK. I shall see.
I missed the notice for a few of these, George. Glad you got treats for the pup... Maybe that's what she's been asking for all along with her attention-getting behavior. Glad you went for a run on the bike.
ReplyDeleteLou
George, I have had something similar. Years ago while working third shift at a grocery store, I left my wallet at the register. Noticing it missing after a while I went back. Nowhere to be found. The creme of the situation was that it was one of those months where you have an additional 'week' pay. The 5 pay periods in a month.
ReplyDeleteWell being poor and working check to check. When it takes 4 barely to make ends meet, the fifth is somewhat of a treat. Yep. It was just cashed and there it went with the wallet.
Ahh the grinds of the poor my friend! :)