Wow — reading everything on Scooter in the Sticks is pretty impressive. I shudder to think what might be there in years pasted. I’m glad you found some enjoyment.

Having read everything you probably recognize the changes I went through in regard to riding and how I started seeing the ride differently. And of course a lot of the pure joy that can be plucked from time on the road.

Please share from time to time how things develop with your new Vespa GTS300. The weather in Maine is probably just about to break into a grand invitation to ride.

I’m especially glad that you’ve been able to think about what it means to be a rider. So many people I run into seem to think of a scooter as a glorified bicycle and embark with little understanding of what lies ahead. A smart, informed rider is the safe rider.

Thanks for the kind offer in regards to visiting Ogunquit. It’s been a few years now since our last stay at the Beachmere. Everytime though I think I should put the Vespa on a rack and bring it along.

Thanks again for your kind, kind words of support.

And my weak attempt at French:

Merci pour les paroles aimables de soutien. Je suis heureux de que vous trouver certains utilisent des choses que j’écris. Sur une Vespa, la vie est douce.

Once again I am posting to a blog that is over a month old. I had the same experience when I posted to my own tonight.

Rumor has it that you are reluctant to venture out in the fluffy bunny slippers you got for Valentine’s day. I’m afraid that does sound like you.

I am telling the truth about my encounter with a redhead next week. Could my experience apply to all redheads? I am going to give that impression.

Fondest regards to you and Kim…
Jack Riepe
Twisted Roads