I can certainly understand the escape aspect of riding or anything else. In that live the roots of addiction and the need to escape or medicate. I suppose staying aware of what’s going on in your head would help keep the escape positive. And the word escape may not be precise in every situation.

Lot’s to think about!

So true. And I find it doesn’t matter at all where I go. Even just riding around the neighbourhood does the trick. Beware though, it’s a drug. It can get to the point where you’re not happy UNLESS you’re on your bike. Riding then becomes an escape from life itself. Not good. I’m currently trying to find the happy medium 🙂

True. I proceed with caution.

Suspect that Ferrari is similar to a pleasure craft;
an outline on the road (water) into which Paul has
poured considerable money.

Yes it may be (still is) a pleasure to drive
however there comes a time when letting
go of said item is best for all concerned.

Gravy’s not good for yer heart…lol

I have quite a collection of lone trees. I’ve heard a number of explanations for the attractions. None have rung true. I stick with, “I like the way they look.”

I keep wondering what’s going to happen to you when you wake one day and realize you’re Ferrari-less…

I used that word intentionally Robert. It’s applied to scooters in error, as an insult, and used by scooter owners to try and justify parking at bicycle stand and get out of having to get a motorcycle license — “It’s only a moped…”

As far as being a basher — feel free. This is a First Amendment zone. You’re free to express your opinion!

I intentionally used that word — mopeds. I hear it so often from so many, including motorcycle riders, that I figured it appropriate for the situation.

Pennsylvania has its shared for private roads and driveways. And a great proliferation of No Trespassing signs too. Part of that has to do with mitigating liability for injury. But I know in some cases it’s about “mine!” Free country I guess. Private property is private property. Not much of a culture of right of passage here like there is in some other countries. Sad. (hah)