Comments on: The More I Ride, The More I Stop

By: Jeremy Z

Jeremy Z — Wed, 24 Oct 2007 20:48:00 +0000

As usual, great photos. As a fellow amateur photographer, I sometimes see shots like this, but cannot force myself to stop. What is your trick? Just the knowledge that your blog will be a better place? …or do you find that it is good to have breaks so often? Also, I never bring a “serious” camera with me. Not that the Elph is bad, but the Pentax K100D is so much better. One thing about Vespas is that they’re quite photogenic. I’ve noticed that Burgmen look a lot more porky in photos, hehehe.

By: Phil

Phil — Mon, 08 Oct 2007 16:04:00 +0000

Like you Steve I am beginning to take a lot of pictures. So I can enjoy remember. 🙂

By: Kimberly

Kimberly — Fri, 05 Oct 2007 16:44:00 +0000

You live in a gorgeous place. Love your photos.

I own five horses. I suspect your Vespa is cheaper to operate. 😉

Your blog is fabulous.

Pax. Kimberly

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Fri, 05 Oct 2007 14:28:00 +0000

Thanks Steve. you write what I think but cannot express.

By: yayaett

yayaett — Thu, 04 Oct 2007 14:46:00 +0000

Why did you choose a scooter and not a smaller motorcycle? I am about to purchase one or the other and would like your advise.

By: D. Brent Miller

D. Brent Miller — Thu, 04 Oct 2007 12:25:00 +0000

Steve, what do you do with all this photography? You are quite talented. Can you tell us a little more about your photography efforts–maybe a separate post.

Brent

By: Steve Williams

Steve Williams — Thu, 04 Oct 2007 11:00:00 +0000

conchscooter: Most of the insignificant pictures are the ones that either don’t have the Vespa in them or are ones that I deem lackluster. It’s an interesting thought though to highlight those.

I’m not sure if he’s driving what he wants or what he has to. Those kind of buggies seem really claustrophobic. He’s inside behind glass and the reins feed through a little slot. You really need to trust your horse. I once saw an open buggy going down the main road here at a gallop. A young girl was driving and she had lost control of the horse. Those things aren’t made for that kind of speed…

jonathan: As usual Kim is right. She almost always sees things before I do.

sherry: Fall has a wonderful fragrance as the leaves turn and fall. It’s a great time of year.

bruce: Thanks for your kind words Bruce. I have thought on and off of making some of them available as high resolution images for backgrounds but have never gotten around to it. Another item on a long list of things to do.

I recently saw some of the images on a 24 inch iMac and know what you mean about the resolution.

sarch: Chores like dishes can be calming if I keep my head away from feeling like I have more important things to do. The hot water, the simple movements, and standing at the window by the sink is good medicine.

The Amishman had seen me earlier. He was pulling into the country store when I was leaving. I’m not sure why he stopped. People often do when I am pulled off along the road out in the country thinking I have a problem I guess. Mechanical that is. He just said it was a beautiful day for a ride and asked the usual questions—how far can I go and how fast does it go.

irondad: I sued to post what were really a picture and long caption. Those were the easiest and quickest for me. I don’t have the kinds of riding experiences you have. The scope of what I do is pretty narrow so I often feel like I am at a loss to say much….

Horses are no doubt more expensive to operate. Probably less expensive to purchase though. And they have more hands on maintenance. It may be a wash. I think I’ll stick the the Vespa but I won’t be hitching it to a cart anytime soon.

josh: Thanks for stopping by and commenting. I understand how it can get overwhelming to follow blogs along. There is a lot of excellent material out there.

By: josh

josh — Thu, 04 Oct 2007 00:19:00 +0000

bravo again. i read way too many blogs these days. my feeder has got probably 200 friends and peers in there. and yours is quickly becoming one of my favorites.

nice pics. and nice story telling.

By: irondad

irondad — Wed, 03 Oct 2007 04:23:00 +0000

I actually find that multi-picture posts are easier because I can write less text! If you figure a cost per mile assessment, the sccoter is probably cheaper. It only eats when its on the road!

By: Sarch

Sarch — Wed, 03 Oct 2007 01:23:00 +0000

You know Steve, I think I’ll quit mumbling under my breath of a evening as I clear off the table and rinse the dishes. I think instead I’ll be thankfull for the chores and enjoy the calm repetitve activity…thanks again.

What did the Amishman have to say about your scooter?