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It's been pretty cold in Central Ohio, but, working at OSU I was surprised to see how many motorcycles were in the student parking areas. Mostly crotch rockets and adventure bikes. As for me, I'll wait for warmer weather.

It'll fit on an 8' trailer, but if you have a ramp tailgate it'll likely hit the trunk. I used to haul mine on a 5 x 8 but had to cut the center of the front rail out to move the bike forward about 8" to keep the ramp from hitting.

Been a busy couple of weeks. Jeff is now in a local care facility. Pretty much a nursing home. His condition is such that we can't care for him at home anymore. He doesn't seem to mind, and might even like it. It's a decent place and I think he likes the idea of having 3 meals a day served to him. It was a bit of a hassle to get him enrolled onto Medicaid to get the cost of care covered, but we got it done. I actually got 6 letters in the mail on the same day. 2 told me that his Medicaid application had been denied, 2 saying that he'd been approved, and 2 telling me that his SS Disability amount had been reduced, as the amount was now to be paid to the care facility. I stopped at the facility and spoke with the business manager who said she had just gotten an e-mail from the State saying that Jeff had been approved. He seems in good spirits as he begins this next chapter in his life. I never thought him to be much of a burden when Lisa and I cared for him at home, but now that he's gone I realize just how much effort went into his care. Kinda sad, but after 20+ years as his caretaker, it's a weight off my chest.....sigh....

Water's back on....Bad part is my brother had a minor stroke. Not sure if he'll be coming back to that apartment. Sorting it out now.

Rode my old CB750F through a few miles of 4" deep saltwater, riding from Key Largo up to the mainland. Probably 3 miles or so. It tarnished all the aluminum. Was never the same again. That was on Cardsound Rd. It was the only other route besides US1. I rode that way a lot, but never again when there were heavy rains / flooding.

Underground water line to my brothers apartment froze up......When I put that line in 15 years ago I had one point where the tree roots were pretty thick / crazy so I only buried it about 16" at that point. I sure hope it thaws before May.

Wishing my entire Venturerider family a very Merry Christmas !!! Hope Santa's good to you. Hopes for a healthy and prosperous New Year. Remember to take some time to reflect on the reason for the season.

The operators don't want to be a threat to Santas' sleigh.

I saw DJT in a press conference where he was asked about it and he said the government knows what they are and if they were a threat they'd be shot down. He further said they don't want to let the people know what's going on and he doesn't know why. When pressed for further information he said he wouldn't comment on it further. So, all in all I feel a little better about it.

What are they? Gubment, bad actors, foreign origin, aliens....?

Every time I use one of my saws, I don't put it away until I sharpen it. I just use files, but if you do it every time, it only takes 5 or 10 minutes per saw, and it's ready to go again. If you keep it sharp, and ONLY use ethanol free gas with a quality oil, you'll have a lot less trouble with 2 stroke gas equipment.

The cordless electric tools are getting better and better, but I ain't there yet when it comes to chainsaws. Besides....It just wouldn't seem right without the NOISE !!!. LOL Glad it worked out for ya.

That's a good lookin' bike. I don't have a cover for your bike, but I'm sure someone will chime in with one for ya. Welcome !!!

FANTASTIC !!! Congratulations....I'm jelly. All the best to you as you enter this next phase in your life....ENJOY !!!

Congrats !!! She's finally broke in !!! Looks like you had a great time.....Some cool pics....