tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post997395476638429517..comments2023-11-29T09:02:41.478+00:00Comments on Flies in your Teeth: Adjusting Back to Life in the UKGary Francehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05163380727432573785noreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-82637251437994486432010-12-12T22:00:04.645+00:002010-12-12T22:00:04.645+00:00Doug – You have no idea how tempting that sounds.....Doug – You have no idea how tempting that sounds....<br /><br />Leading ladies – How fantastic to hear from you! I am so sorry you are there in the dark, but I promise, it won’t be long until you are home and then on another adventure. Please ignore all those advances from dock workers – they are only after one thing and you 10 ladies are way too refined for that!<br /><br />Honestly, this comment cracked me up as it is so funny. Thanks Radar!<br /><br />Eve – At ten to one, yes they do out number Jackie, but as for taking her, she is very strong!Gary Francehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05163380727432573785noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-91084980936722108992010-12-12T21:54:08.220+00:002010-12-12T21:54:08.220+00:00Motorcycle Philosophy – You hit the nail on the he...Motorcycle Philosophy – You hit the nail on the head.<br /><br />Patti – If I made short lists, then I would have to make a list of the lists! Yes, if I do go down the route of starting another blog, I will of course let you all know.<br /><br />Eve – Holding her hostage – very good! Sorry about the nerve damage problems. I like the idea of therapy for PADS.<br /><br />BeemerGirl – For a few days it was a real struggle remembering that I should be on the left. It is amazing that my brain kept wanting me to be on the right. Yes, they are in a very good crate and progress is being made about repatriating them. That is a good idea about someone going and having a look, but the shippers have now sent photos.<br /><br />Sonja – We were snowed in for just a day, but as you say, buried under paper!Gary Francehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05163380727432573785noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-87794613366175857022010-12-12T21:45:24.103+00:002010-12-12T21:45:24.103+00:00George – That is funny that you are still dreaming...George – That is funny that you are still dreaming after his amount of time! I am still considering what to do about continuing this blog or starting a new one.<br /><br />Bob – I asked for and the shippers did send a picture of the Leading Ladies, or at least a fully enclosed crate with the bike inside. You offer to ride the bike to Canada is a good one. Tempting....<br /><br />Geoff – Thankfully the lethargy is fading now, which our dog likes as she is getting more walks now.<br /><br />Mr. Motorcycle – LOL. Even though I no longer have to work, I still have loads to do. Writing the book now takes up a lot of time.<br /><br />Charlie6 – There is sometime to go before the Spain trip, but the planning has begun!Gary Francehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05163380727432573785noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-32565707878287368172010-12-11T14:29:52.482+00:002010-12-11T14:29:52.482+00:00Gary...I think the Ladies out number Jackie...they...Gary...I think the Ladies out number Jackie...they can probably take her...you better come back!!!Evehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06554593974838511759noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-21926737348081502002010-12-11T14:07:54.465+00:002010-12-11T14:07:54.465+00:00Gary,
Since you left, the girls and I have had a ...Gary,<br /><br />Since you left, the girls and I have had a lot of time to talk while sitting here in the dark. Over the past five months, we met a lot of really nice people and have seen so many great sights. We don't want to stop. We've decided that we want to continue on the USA tour -- 23 more states to go. <br /><br />We've found a strapping young dock worker who handles us gently and seems to really care for us. Unlike you, who has apparantly returned to the Mrs. <br /><br />So here is the deal, either come back over and complete the tour or agree to an extended separation. <br /><br />Regardless, we'll always remember our days together...<br /><br />All our Love,<br />The Leading LadiesThe Leading Ladieshttp://www.thunderroadlodge.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-70926961009001548912010-12-09T04:23:52.212+00:002010-12-09T04:23:52.212+00:00Clearly the life of an English gentleman is no lon...Clearly the life of an English gentleman is no long possible, you've become a cycle tramp! Give in to it, come back to the USA with the your Mrs., and wander the roads for the rest of your days.Doug Klassenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16120274946344780566noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-78811134519650326952010-12-09T03:16:09.122+00:002010-12-09T03:16:09.122+00:00And here I was thinking you were snowed in. But yo...And here I was thinking you were snowed in. But you were burried in lists it seems ;-)<br /><br />Sorry to hear that your bike is still stuck in the US. Hope that gets resolved soon.<br /><br />Looking forward to hearing more about your next journey either on this blog or a different one.SonjaMhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12389245948579828531noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-86896631761108948142010-12-09T02:12:51.081+00:002010-12-09T02:12:51.081+00:00Hey Gary! I had a chuckle that you have grown up ...Hey Gary! I had a chuckle that you have grown up in the UK but had a difficult time remaining on the "proper" side of the road after your sojourn here. Fix that! Very dangerous... ;)<br /><br />I'm sorry to hear that the Leading Ladies are still at the dock. Very dishearteing. I would be pulling my hair out. Is it even crated? Or do they take care of that. <br /><br />Was wondering, with all of your faithful readers here, if someone in the area could possibly go check up on her?<br /><br />Good luck with working through it all. I've heard tell of the oderous task of planning the next trip... Havce fun!<br /><br />-LoriBeemerGirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15239761274177026636noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-62544360950144813242010-12-08T16:28:29.394+00:002010-12-08T16:28:29.394+00:00Gary, You're having post America departure str...Gary, You're having post America departure stress syndrome!! You may need some therapy, or another visit soon!!! I'm miserable about The Leading Ladies! I know the US loves her but we should NOT be holding her hostage! Please keep us up to date on her. That is frustrating. <br />I also hope your shoulder gets better. I have that pain and it never went away, but I have some nerve damage problems too so I just have to put up with it. <br />Hope your next trip is a good one. Will be looking forward to it. Not sure if you should start a new blog...I'd say no...until this one fills up. <br />Hang in there, hope it warms up soon!Evehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06554593974838511759noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-14560077782367569512010-12-08T13:53:46.946+00:002010-12-08T13:53:46.946+00:00Think that list is taking the stuffings out of you...Think that list is taking the stuffings out of you. I make short ones, finish them and start on a new "short" list. Not quite so overwhelming.<br />If you do start another blog, let us know. <br />Am looking forward to your trip through Spain. Never been there and would enjoy the vicarious visit.Arkansas Pattihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14156004753267665579noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-74087585972261297402010-12-08T00:17:44.662+00:002010-12-08T00:17:44.662+00:00I've experienced the same lethargy after long ...I've experienced the same lethargy after long road trips. The contrast of having your world narrowed down to just you and the road, and then suddenly expanded into all the details of domestic life, is a shock to the system.Motorcycle Philosophyhttp://www.motorcyclephilosophy.orgnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-19550942917685824442010-12-07T22:44:20.205+00:002010-12-07T22:44:20.205+00:00Gary, looking forward to the ride reports from Spa...Gary, looking forward to the ride reports from Spain!<br /><br />dom<br /><br /><a href="http://redlegsrides.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">Redleg's Rides</a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.examiner.com/x-14097-Colorado-Motorcycle-Travel-Examiner" rel="nofollow">Colorado Motorcycle Travel Examiner</a>redlegsrideshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10927757855921321097noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-1530705213821230692010-12-07T21:48:06.990+00:002010-12-07T21:48:06.990+00:00Glad you made it home safely. It's been cool r...Glad you made it home safely. It's been cool reading about your travels. Now get back to the real world with the rest of us. Oh yeah, You don't have to. You are retired. O.K. You suck. Just kidding. Take care and get your list of to do's done already would ya?Mr. Motorcyclehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00317142329450322815noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-78298761170053341402010-12-07T21:22:57.772+00:002010-12-07T21:22:57.772+00:00Gary:
Like the wise gentlemen above have said, le...Gary:<br /><br />Like the wise gentlemen above have said, lethargy is an inevitable consequence of of doing something wonderful and I'm sure you've experienced it plenty of times before. Doesn't make it any easier each time though. Sorry about the weather adding to the woes. <br /><br />Take good care of yourself...Geoff Jameshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05041523109817248619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-91474563872919029512010-12-07T20:33:18.208+00:002010-12-07T20:33:18.208+00:00Gary:
I think all of us are feeling a little leth...<b>Gary:</b><br /><br />I think all of us are feeling a little lethargic and we didn't even ride across the USA, and don't worry about your "to do" list. I am sure we all have lots of things to do, the list never stops growing.<br /><br />I would imagine that your grass would have been very high after not being cut for 5 months. Our weather is similar to that in the UK, west coast marine. We seldom get snow, only a big dump every few years, and this year is forecast to be cold.<br /><br />Hope you get your Leading Ladies back soon. Can they supply photos of your bike whilst in storage so you can put your mind at ease.<br /><br />I've been syching myself to learn how to work those forward controls. Perhaps after a few miles of grinding and wobbling in LA traffic I could manage to get it to Canada. Honestly, it's no problem, you can thank me later.<br /><br />bob<br /><a href="http://www.wetcoastscootin.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">Wet Coast Scootin</a>Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05258612401956399482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-37629715303824519742010-12-07T20:05:52.963+00:002010-12-07T20:05:52.963+00:00Don't feel so bad, after my 3 week tour it too...Don't feel so bad, after my 3 week tour it took me a while to adjust to work again, what am I saying, I am still daydreaming ;-) and haven't fully adjusted :-( I want to start another trip, alas, I have to work :-(<br />You can always start another blog and leave a link here as the last post ;-) remember, you still have 23 other states to cover, you can continue this blog when you come back, just let us know :-)GFhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08254196892811043203noreply@blogger.com