Great Weekend!

This week has been very British by that I mean cool, misty, overcast. But when our FNDR coordinator suggested Baluu's I knew I wanted to ride. I just love this place my favorite is the Vietnamese Hand Roll Spring Roll. They bring out a bowl of hot water for you to soften up the rice paper wrappers in, then a plate of vegetables and meat, and peanut sauce. It is YUMMY!
We are only bringing the 2 Smith's  this week. Us (Keith & Lynn) and Doug & Twanna.
When we head out it is overcast and a bit chilly, I could have worn a jacket.

At we got into OKC the clouds broke for just a few seconds and the heat came through. It was wonderful.

It is a very small group this week only 6. Last week there were 14 you never know how many will show up. Oh well they missed a great time.
After we ate we decided to head to our favorite place for a marguerita, the place we call Mole Nation, Taco Cabana.
The talk came around to where are we going to ride tomorrow. Doug & Twanna are busy but the rest of us are free. Keith mentioned that I had been wanting to go to the Pink Pistol in the big town of Tishomingo. It is decided, Pink Pistol it is!

Since Keith went on a poker run through Tishomingo a couple of years back I have wanted to go check out the Pink Pistol. If you aren't a country music fan you might not know but it is owned by Miranda Lambert.

As you can see by the picture it is still cloudy and cool. We brought rain jackets just in case it starts to rain. The weatherman says it is not going to rain but you never know in Oklahoma. 

We meet Diane & Chuck at the corner of Hwy 7 and Interstate 35 at a really nice convenience store. Then we head out to the big town of Tishomingo OK. 

It is so interesting taking the back roads you never know what you will see. Today we saw a silica plant and a very long train hauling something that looks sort of like coal. What is it really and where is it going?

We had no idea just exactly where the Pink Pistol was located in Tishomingo. But how hard could it be to find really. We just turned towards the main part of town and there it was. 

We had to park about 2 blocks down the road but we did get to look in the windows of a bunch of shops as we walked up the block. The shop was so cute, lots and lots of pink. 

There was this cute little gazebo thing with a throne where you could take your picture, so of course we did.

Our guys were so good to let us shop as long as we wanted, they didn't rush us at all. 

Notice the pink bicycle on the ceiling and the Christmas tree decorated with pink bulbs. It was such a cute store. Of course we found some t-shirts and the cutest bracelet with a little gun on it. When we got checked out we both got a pink reusable shopping bag. Found out after that you had to spend $50 to get a pink bag, well...we both got a pink bag! 

This was outside the store not sure if you were supposed to use it as a prop but we did. We got a very nice gentleman to take our picture. We always have a good time.

We walked up the street and shopped at another cute store by then it was time to eat some lunch. We had walked past a little place called the Rockin Rib. I had seen it on Yelp so we decided to give it a try. The trip to the bathroom was real cute!,

After lunch we decided to ride to OKC with Chuck & Diane. Our new computer is ready for us to pick up. We decide to head up the back roads instead of the interstate because when they were coming down the interstate there was construction and the north bound lane of I35 was moving REAL Slow. 

Once again I slept through the curvy, pretty part of the road. I don't know how I always manage it but I do. We got to Shawnee and Keith needed gas and we needed something to drink. We found a gas station and then the Starbucks. Life is good!

 

 

After we picked up the computer and bought some real cute lighted power cables to charge our cellphones it was time for dinner. We headed to Joe's Crab Shack and asked to sit on the patio, we had been outside most of the day anyway. And the weather is perfect.

What a beautiful day! Lots of laughter and good roads.

Won't be long until our trip to Sturgis!

Ginger is Sick!

This week the Friday night dinner ride group is meeting at Johnny's Charcoal Broiler, and boy do I need a ride. It was financial/end of year week at work, and it was very stressful. We brought 3 bikes from Duncan. We make it to Johnny's a little before 7, and as we drove up we see Ginger in the parking lot.

I need to stop right here and explain, some of us love our bikes and give them names. Ours is named Bella, Diane has Snow and Ginger.

Chuck & Diane don't drive her much because she can be contrary. Tonight was no different, they barely made it into the parking lot before the shifter broke. When we got there, they had already called Fort Thunder and help was on the way. Is wasn't long before the truck and trailer arrived.
All the guys help load her into the back.

  


























We had a wonderful dinner of burgers & onion rings, then of course we had to have coconut cream pie for dessert. As we finished the meal, the stories began. Stories of motorcycle troubles, I think every one that rides a motorcycle, especially a Harley, has a story. Why do we even ride a Harley? Some of the stories are horror stories. If you were sitting and listening, you would not want to buy a Harley. One thing we learned as we laughed and laughed, we aren't alone. If you have or have had a Harley, you have problems. We have had 3 Harleys and had problems with 2 of them, the one we really didn't like didn't give us any trouble.

Joey had more fun with his ice cream. It was a scoop when he got it,  by the time he got through he could drink it.

Brandon didn't want his picture taken, but he finally relented and let me snap a quick one.

All to soon it is time to say our goodbyes. Chuck & Diane are on foot since Ginger got sick, so Tom and Seda give them a ride home. Luckily, Tom drove a car tonight.
The ride home was perfect. We stopped at the McDonald's so Doug & Twanna could get a hamburger treat for their dogs.
It was a full moon, cool but not cold, and we didn't even need jackets.


I stayed awake all the way home. Now that is AMAZING!

View from the back

Ride with Friends

When I was getting my nails done this week. Melissa mentioned that Jason and she are planning a ride on Sunday for the bikers in their church, she invited Keith and I to come along. So in the biker way I invited Larry and Carla.

When we arrived at the meeting place the only people there were Jason and Melissa. Come to find out the pastor had failed to mention the ride at church the last two weeks, it was in the bulletin. Sometimes people need it mentioned out loud so they will rememberr it. 

Here come Larry and Carla, it looks like the the ride will be a small group. That's ok, any excuse to ride.

We head out and Jason wants Keith to take the lead, he's afraid he will speed if he is in the lead. We are going to Medicine Park to Chap's my A##. 

Then we decide since we are so close to THE Mountain (Mount Scott) we might as well drive to the top. 

I guess I'm crazy I love curvy mountain roads.

Jason being his silly self, he didn't think I would actually take the picture. We weren't the only ones who thought a ride to the top of the mountain would be fun. It was real busy, I didn't think we were going to find a spot so we could take pictures.

We drove through the wildlife refuge and ended up at "Backporch Drafthouse". We had a great time today, riding, laughing and eating. 

Thank you Jason and Melissa for planning the ride today and inviting us.

Smokin Joes in Rush Springs???

This week we heard that Smokin Joes opened a restaurant in Rush Springs. So we decided it might be worth a try. We were sitting at the Sonic for half priced shakes after 8, with Larry and Carla when we decided to give it a try. Let's go Friday night.

I texted our friends in Duncan, then thought the OKC gang might like to join is. It's a bit of a drive for them but the weather has been perfect for riding. 

When we got ready to leave Duncan there were 10 people and 13 were coming from the OKC area. Doug told me his son had stopped by there this afternoon and they had no water. They were waiting on a part to fix it. Larry had heard the place would seat 50. At this point I started to panic!!! I did the what ifs, What if there is no water? What if no one can use the bathroom? What if they run out of food? What if they are very busy? What if there aren't enough seats for every one to sit? 

The Duncan group arrived first. We decided to go check out the place. It is pretty busy and I panic again! Oh My! I hope we can all find a seat. Then I take a breath and remember the sign I have seen at Mutt's Amazing Hot Dogs, "place your order we promise you will have a seat by the time your food arrives" so we do just that. I sort of become the hostess/seat finder. I watched to see where people were getting up and helped our gang and the other patrons find seats.  We were all over the restaurant but we all had a seat.

I saw ribs, brisket, rib eye, okra, Texas toast and lots of it. The food is as good as the Smokin Joes in Davis. Before we go outside to take pictures I need to make a pit stop and wash my hands, since I ate ribs. The bathroom is decorated so cute and the sink is amazing. 

When we were out taking pictures someone suggested we go to Chickasha to the Dairy Queen for dessert. I might be ready for dessert by then.  

Mom and Dad had followed us in the car so they decided to head back to Duncan, no telling how late the crazy kids will stay out.  

We head up Highway 81 to Chickasha. Next thing I know here come Chuck and Diane zooming past all the bikes. I told Keith I bet Diane is going to take pictures as we pass them. So as we passed them we waved for the picture.  

 

 

Larry led the pack to Chickasha. It wasn't long until we were eating dip cones, dilly bars, and waffle bowls. There was more laughing, and joking. We always have such a great time with this group of people. Also this night all the guys had to look over Doug's new bike. It is one of the new 2014's. Guys can look for hours, just look at bikes.  

All too soon it was time to say see ya next time.  

view from the back
 

2nd annual Hog Feast

Day one

Who would have thought it, we have a drought in Oklahoma and the weather forecast for this weekend is rain and storms. Last year the decision was made to hold this rally the second weekend in June. A year out, who knows what the weather will be. God knows.

We go out to the rally site on Friday evening, because Mom is having a booth for her Mary Kay. We want to see the site and put up the tent. We get the popup up and the Oklahoma wind is howling, so we take it down and decide to put it up in the morning.  It turned out to be a good thing, for it rained in the night.  

Day two

Saturday morning we get up and head to the rally site. We get Mom all settled, have a breakfast burrito, and go to the front to meet our friends. We are meeting Carla & Larry, Karen & Shane, and Twanna & Doug. When we see Karen & Shane, they let us know Loren is coming,and that he is on the way. Then arrives Larry, but where is Carla? Come to find out she woke up with a sick headache, so he will be riding solo today. It is 9:00 am and we are getting ready to leave...where is  Loren and where are Twanna & Doug?

Loren in still on his way. I text Twanna and let her know we are by the registration building. I get a text back "we just woke up. Have a good time. Be safe". While we are waiting on Loren, we are talking to Vici Beth and she says "these guys(meaning us) know the roads. You can ride with them" and that was how we met our new friends from Minnesota, Darrel & Bruce. I had some shirts made for Mom since she had a Mary Kay booth. Pink shirts with huge lettering on the back. The mens said "real men wear pink"  and the girls said "my man wears pink". Darrell sees Keith's shirt and offers to buy it off him. When I walk over Keith tells me and I tell him that we will just give it to him. I also have one I got for Dave, but since he didn't make it over,  if he can wear it he can have it. 

Since we are STILL waiting on Loren, Darrell & Bruce decide to go take a look at the vendors to see what is there. Loren gets here and Keith goes to get Darrell & Bruce. Finally, we are ready to head out. 

It is a perfect morning. We have 6 bikes in our group. First stop, Wind River Harley Davidson.  

As we are driving to Lawton, I notice the water in the buzz strips on the side of the roads. That is a wonderful site, we need water so bad. 

We take a break and get some water, it is getting very toasty. 

Our new friend Bruce

Our new friend Darrell

This is an oops!!! Not sure how I got this picture.  Or what it is supposed to be a picture of!

Next stop, Walters. We get to Walters, where the stop is at the Sonic. When we walk up, someone tells us the 44oz cokes are 99 cents. 

So I ask is it a Coke or an Oklahoma coke? 

You know in Oklahoma we say "do you want a coke?"

If they answer yes 

Next question, what kind?

No one knew the answer so I just ordered a 44oz coca cola and some cheddar peppers.  Come to find out, it was 99 cent soda. Any kind. 

A couple of our group get gas at the station next door and we are ready to head out once again 

We are now headed to Waurika.  

When we get to the truck stop in Waurika, we decide to go back to the rally site for our last card, and then go to Bob's to eat catfish.  Bruce has never had catfish.  

By the time we make it back to the rally site Carla is feeling better, so she is going to meet us at Bob's for lunch. Darrell & Bruce decide not to eat lunch with us. Darrell has nieces that live in town, and they are going to meet up later. 

Catfish and burgers are eaten, and lots and lots of tea is drank. We didn't realize just how dehydrated we really were. 

Now, back to the rally. It is very hot outside, so by this time Mom is ready to take down her stuff and get into the cool.  We take down her tent and decide to take it and one of our vehicles back to the house.  At the house, we get our cooler and some soda and water. Keith changes shirts and we pick up the one I had made for Dave. 

When we get back to the rally site, we see our new friends from Minnesota. Keith goes to talk to them, and takes them the 2 shirts. I'm sorry that Bruce got the hot sweaty one.  Darrell was excited to get his, and promises to wear it. All too soon it is time to eat again. I am not hungry and I feel like we just ate.  As we are waiting for the "Summer Breeze" concert, I see Vickie & Donald drive up. I am so excited because we haven't seen them in a long time. 

As we are waiting for the band "Summer Breeze" to start playing we just sit and visit, or maybe NAP.

There is also a stunt bike rider performing. The sunset was a perfect back drop for the motorcycle stunts. 

We are also watching the storms roll in. I start praying for the storms to go around and not hit the rally site. It rains a little bit, so the concert is delayed about 30 minutes.  The concert was wonderful. We go to church with the keyboard player, the bass player, and the drummer. We listen to the wonderful music and watch the light show God provided for us.  We decide to go home just before the concert is over. 

In the middle of he night a storm hits. It rains and rains.

Day three

We are getting ready to go to church at the rally site. They are giving away a bike after the morning service. I start getting texts the service has been moved into town to the church's building. It rained a lot last night, and is still sprinkling this morning, so they decided to move the service into town. As we are eating breakfast, we think about Darrell & Bruce (how will they know the service has been moved). We go to their motel to find them and let them know where it is. As we drive up, they are walking back to their rooms from the restaurant next door. We tell them the church service has been moved into town and give directions to the church. We promise to save them a seat. 

Sadly, we didn't win the bike or the gun they raffled off. But the service was wonderful  and we got to see people get baptized. The weekend was a success. After church Darrell and Bruce were going to spend time with Darrell's family that live in Duncan. 

We got out about 7 to ride and saw them heading up the highway. We pulled over to talk to them, and they were headed to dinner, so we joined them. Then it was off to Sonic for half price shakes after 8:00 pm. 

We had the best time this weekend, both with old friends and new friends. 

Just a note: Darrell and Bruce rode 19 hours in the rain to get home on Monday. 

view from the back