ragtop69gs Posted January 26, 2015 #51 Posted January 26, 2015 Yum,,, I love worms! Especially pan fried with garlic, butter & onions
Pegasus1300 Posted January 26, 2015 #52 Posted January 26, 2015 Hi Don, a very interesting thread. I have been following you around the web since 1999 and I don't think I have ever heard you intentionally be nasty or mean to any person or brand either here or on the other website. Anytime that I am aware of that there have been high emotions or tensions I believe you have taken them offline and dealt with them personally. I don't know what the former member's problems were but the fact that you would reach out to him and that you would open yourself up by asking the general membership if there is a problem here speaks volumes. So unless specific incidences can be pointed to don't worry about general disagreements that have little or no basis in fact. Thank you for the time and effort you have put into this site and into your friendship to all of us for all these years.
cowpuc Posted January 26, 2015 #53 Posted January 26, 2015 So is this an admission that a Harley can only out run a Venture if it's not running??? Only on VR could a guy as nice as Don come on here with an open discussion about someone leaving cause they thought he was defending his Harley to much and ultimately end up getting picked on about his Harley, thereby proving that he isnt the one who is doing the picking on... This place is the greatest comedy show on earth:icon_lurker::rotf: What the heck,, may as well go all out here,, and really ,,, something just dawned on me here you guys,, I wonder if allllllllll this stuff isnt tied somehow to Fly-intheointment-Fool's White Washings capability and all of us are suffering from CABIN FEVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Freebird Posted January 26, 2015 Author #55 Posted January 26, 2015 It hasn't stopped snowing here all day. I should be in Pittsburg now but am still sitting at home. I was in Pittsburg last week for two days and had to cut the trip short due to a back problem. I've never had back trouble but something is knocking me on my butt. I don't know if it's actually my back or a kidney problem. Went to the doctor last Wednesday when I got home and got a shot and some really good pills. Thought I was better yesterday but it was bad again this morning. Went for an ultrasound of my kidneys earlier today and should know more tomorrow. Unless I'm completely bedridden or snowed in though, I have to get to Pittsburg tomorrow. Would love to get out on the bike but Rick Butler has my seat right now anyway.
cowpuc Posted January 26, 2015 #56 Posted January 26, 2015 It hasn't stopped snowing here all day. I should be in Pittsburg now but am still sitting at home. I was in Pittsburg last week for two days and had to cut the trip short due to a back problem. I've never had back trouble but something is knocking me on my butt. I don't know if it's actually my back or a kidney problem. Went to the doctor last Wednesday when I got home and got a shot and some really good pills. Thought I was better yesterday but it was bad again this morning. Went for an ultrasound of my kidneys earlier today and should know more tomorrow. Unless I'm completely bedridden or snowed in though, I have to get to Pittsburg tomorrow. Would love to get out on the bike but Rick Butler has my seat right now anyway. Thoughts and Prayers Up Don!! Might sound icky but,, if ya got any constipation happening - I can talk from experience that that can cause some crazy back problems too!! At any rate, hope ya get to feeling better!
Freebird Posted January 26, 2015 Author #57 Posted January 26, 2015 Great...it just never stops...now I'm accused of being full of crap.
SilvrT Posted January 26, 2015 #58 Posted January 26, 2015 Great...it just never stops...now I'm accused of being full of crap. I told him that he was full of crap Seems to be a lotta crap flingin around here LOL
The Tooch Posted January 26, 2015 #59 Posted January 26, 2015 Last edited by cowpuc; Today at 03:14 PM. Reason: I spelled the word "at" like this "a" and had to enter a "t" to make it appear as "at" Gee Cowpuc........if you just add a "c" you'd really be learn'n big words!
cowpuc Posted January 26, 2015 #60 Posted January 26, 2015 Great...it just never stops...now I'm accused of being full of crap. :rotf::crackup::scratchchin::scratchchin:,, or,,, :scratchchin: maybe your getting smarter from the pills the doc gave ya.. Let me explain,, hopefully one of smarty pants Mods dont move this thread over into the joke section if I do though.. A guy goes to his doctor, complaining that he doesnt feel as smart as other people.. The doctor gives him some "Smart" pills to try and tells him to return in 2 weeks.. 2 weeks later, guy goes back in and tells the Doc he still dont feel no smarter.. Doc gives him a months supply of "Smart Pills" and tells em to try again for a month and return.. Month goes by, guy returns, says he doesnt feel any smarter BUT,, he says,, "I gotta tell ya something,, these pills taste alot like Rabbit Crap Doc",, Doc smiles and says - Your getting smarter:Bunny:
cowpuc Posted January 26, 2015 #61 Posted January 26, 2015 Last edited by cowpuc; Today at 03:14 PM. Reason: I spelled the word "at" like this "a" and had to enter a "t" to make it appear as "at" Gee Cowpuc........if you just add a "c" you'd really be learn'n big words! Or,, I could really get edgurcated n adda DR 2 da front n a S 2 da rear and have one of those DRATS cuz thats how I fel now:sign20:
bj66 Posted January 26, 2015 #62 Posted January 26, 2015 Just because our Boss, Head Crappa, Grand Pubah, or whatever you would like to call Don, switched to a different bike, someone actually got offended. Because that is what it boils down to, we should start another thread all in one spot what we have done, or added to our garage. Several wings, some HD's (like me), some Can Ams, some Kaw Voyagers to name a few. And how many have triked their ventures as well? Seems to me that's a change. Change isn't always bad. I probly have said a few remarks comparing my RSTD to my Road Glide that could be considered a snipe at the Yammie, but it is just because I found a better "fit" for me. Not trying to bash anyone because riding is what its about. I can say that I have met less than a dozen people from this site. Only one I have met more than once. And Don is at the top of the list of the people that I hope to meet someday......Someday it will happen!!!!!
kevin-vic-b.c. Posted January 26, 2015 #63 Posted January 26, 2015 yep, and it was a good example of someone taking things a bit too personal. All I can say is, don't be bashing my Victory or else I'm gonna leave! OK I wont say it...... We ride and that is what is important and should be important to everyone. Mine is gold yours is red white or orange, I have a black one too, it really does not matter, we ride and that is what makes us family. the end
Yammer Dan Posted January 26, 2015 #64 Posted January 26, 2015 I will say this. Yammer Dan will NEVER be able to outrun me. He doesn't know where I installed the remote module that shuts his bike down. I'm going to the garage!! I been wondering about that do hickey hanging under that other do hickey but its hid behind the thing a ma jig and hard to get too!!!
SilvrT Posted January 26, 2015 #65 Posted January 26, 2015 OK I wont say it...... Thanks Kevin ... coz I don't wanna leave...
Goose68 Posted January 26, 2015 #66 Posted January 26, 2015 All I can say is this sight is great and has been a huge help when working on my bike. I have never seen negative talk that wasn't in humor. So it sounds like to me some one just needs to grow a couple and get over it.
Chaharly Posted January 26, 2015 #67 Posted January 26, 2015 You know, it looks like you go through alot of stressful stuff just keeping this site going. I image its like a full time job! I always felt that if you were bashing on the yamaha or didnt like the yamaha you'd pass the torch, but just the fact that you put up with us, our ribbing about your harley , and just general site maintenance shows your dedication to both the yamaha and your FRIENDS HERE ON THE WEBSITE!!!!! That member is entitled to his opinion, but frankly his opinion seems unfair. Keep it up Freebird! Both us and Yamaha surely thank you!!!
pbjman Posted January 27, 2015 #68 Posted January 27, 2015 Don, next time instead of a can of worms, try opening a can o WHOOPA**!
K-Rider Posted January 27, 2015 #69 Posted January 27, 2015 Don I wanted to add my 2 cent worth but everyone has covered it well. Thanks for a great web site!
Flyinfool Posted January 27, 2015 #70 Posted January 27, 2015 I have to admit that I have taken my fare share of pot shots at Dons Hardley and he dont even try to defend himself. I have been the admin for a forum in the past and I have a good idea of what Don goes thru on a daily basis, IT AINT EASY. What the heck,, may as well go all out here,, and really ,,, something just dawned on me here you guys,, I wonder if allllllllll this stuff isnt tied somehow to Fly-intheointment-Fool's White Washings capability and all of us are suffering from CABIN FEVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! HEY!!!!! Howd I get dragged in as the bad guy?????
Venturous Randy Posted January 27, 2015 #71 Posted January 27, 2015 Can you imagine yourself trying to keep up with this bunch of spoiled brats? Randy
Motiv Posted January 27, 2015 #72 Posted January 27, 2015 Don, You once told me when you bought your Harley someone said "Welcome to the family." and your response was "I already have a family." To me this speaks volumes of your character, you showed concern for the former member and if it was me I would be grateful for it. BTW you and Eileen have displayed concern for me and my family so THANK YOU!!! Nuff said, back to the Harley bashing! Regards, Motiv
rickardracing Posted January 27, 2015 #73 Posted January 27, 2015 Yum,,, I love worms! Especially pan fried with garlic, butter & onions Jay............you just ain't right in the head. Don, I never saw any bashing from you. I do however see you taking a good lashing about your Harley. But, you take I tall in stride my friend. If I would have had any issue with a Harley, you and I would not have done that loooooooong ride down to Atlanta and back. Which, by the way....we need to do another ride again. I have no issues with you or anyone here. Spirited conversation does go on from time to time amongst us members, but in the end, I do not think that anyone here would leave a fellow member sitting along side the road no matter how mad they were at that member. You provide an awesome forum for us at a VERY reasonable price. I have been a member for 4 years I do believe and will be for many more to come. Keep up the great job, we all appreciate it and I look forward to seeing you at Maintainence Day!
Scott A Posted January 27, 2015 #74 Posted January 27, 2015 Freebird, you do a admirable job administering the site and you would not be the one with thin skin in this case. All ever saw was a fair assessment of both bikes as you experinced them and some rather entertaining jocularity about your change over to the HD. Thanks for all you do, Scott A
skydoc_17 Posted January 27, 2015 #75 Posted January 27, 2015 Hey Don, I must admit, when I first heard that you had purchased a new Harley, I myself was a bit sad, and embarrassed that the founder of this fine family of friends, a fellow rider of Yamaha's for many, many years, could not find a motorcycle product in Yamaha's vehicle line up! Shame on Yamaha for letting you down, Don! And shame on Yamaha for letting ALL of the other loyal Yamaha riders down as well. Other motorcycle companies have upped their game, and sadly, Yamaha has not. You have been MORE than fair with every member on this forum, Don. No matter what kind of motorcycle they ride. Hell, we have members on this forum that don't even ride motorcycles any more, and yet they stay. Please feel free to extend the same courtesy to yourself that you would extend to ANY other member of this forum. THE RIGHT TO OWN, AND RIDE ANY MOTORCYCLE YOU LIKE! As far as I am concerned, if a Harley floats your boat Don, then by all means, ride that Harley. In the case of the disgruntled former member of this forum, he did us all a favor by NOT renewing his membership because quite frankly, he "didn't get it" anyway! If you are feeling inclined to "repent", I am sure we could find you a "loaner" RSV for the Maint. Day ! Just Sayin', Earl
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