Comments on: Simple Living

By: Russell Carol

Russell Carol — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 07:15:16 +0000

buy my Suzuki AN650 Burgman here anyone? I am selling my Suzuki AN 650 Burgman and it is just slightly used.

By: Steve Williams

Steve Williams — Sun, 01 Oct 2006 03:04:00 +0000

eldercattus: The Burgman is a nice scooter. I saw several at our local scooter rally and I was impressed. If you ever decide to ride up this way let me know and I'll treat you to breakfast in Unionville.

pb2: I started to think that everyday was too much for all of you reading. I felt maybe two three times a week would be more palatable. I'll have something tomorrow.

steve

By: PB2

PB2 — Sat, 30 Sep 2006 22:19:00 +0000

Wow. 3 days and no new posts! No, seriously, you’ve been so faithful about updating your blog to the enjoyment of your readers. Hope all is well. Keep it coming.

By: Eldercattus

Eldercattus — Sat, 30 Sep 2006 17:09:00 +0000

I used to ride a Vespa P200E, back in the 1980's, but unkind people (mostly my family and employers) said I looked like a grizzley bear riding a silver roller skate. There was possibly some truth to that, as I stand nearly 6' 8".
Right now, at age 64, I ride a Suzuki Burgman AN650, which is still a scooter, but truthfully is a "wolf in sheep's clothing." Nevertheless, I have recently toured in the Milford and Jim Thorpe PA area, and into northern New Jersey.
The photographs are wonderful. A hand tremor keeps me from doing much of this any more, but I do appreciate fine work and artistry.
Looking forward to another trip north--with heated vest--and perhaps breakfast in Unionville.

Eldercattus

By: Steve Williams

Steve Williams — Sat, 30 Sep 2006 14:23:00 +0000

gary: I spend a lot of time "taking" pictures---quick reactions to things going on. All others are more deliberate. Both modes are satisfying.

The more I ride the more pronounced I find the rush on the road to get somewhere. People fly by me but I always seem to catch them at the next light or stop sign. The time actually saved, even on longer trips can be measured in minutes. The risk isn't worth it to my body or spirit. For me, if I can keep my ego in a good place, the ride or drive is best when it is done at a more humble pace.

irondad: Quality is a sticky issue. There is something satisfying about speed but it has limitations. It is one thing to speed down an isolated stretch of road but quite another to speed through traffic.

hrw115: Without a doubt speed (and lack of exposure) robs us of experience of the world. A scooter or motorcycle is better than a car. A bicycle is better than a motorcycle (for experience). And walking is better yet. As irondad said it is all a matter of choices. In our relentless consumer culture we often are hypnotized to race---on the road, to the store, to the TV, to slogans, to beliefs. We are under the influence of not so benevolent forces to conform.

Getting off my soapbox now....

By: hrw115

hrw115 — Fri, 29 Sep 2006 17:34:00 +0000

I would imagine that one is not a subsitution for the other. The experience of riding fast cannot replace the experience of being able to enjoy your surroundings – IMHO.

By: irondad

irondad — Fri, 29 Sep 2006 13:32:00 +0000

steve,
I echo Gary. Riding gives us the chance to make choices. Mainly to be different from the cager commuters. Are you saying that velocity is no substitute for quality, Gary?

That opens up a whole new topic of discussion, doesn't it? If I ride fast do I miss out on quality and harmony?

Better not get into it here on Steve's blog, huh?

Great post, Steve!

Dan

By: Gary

Gary — Fri, 29 Sep 2006 01:10:00 +0000

Steve! You actually wrote "take some pictures".

Good for you! In this digital age, we don't always have to "make photographs", do we?

They are beautiful images, btw. As always...

I really like this entry. It serves to remind me that speed and dominance in traffic are a ridiculous substitute for harmony with life.

I love your blog for making the peaceful perspective fascinating. Thanks, Steve.

Ride well,
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