Archive for April, 2008

More Fredericksburg Art…

Published by bobgerman on April 6, 2008 in Art. 1 Comment

Friday night we went to a wine tasting with friends.  After getting our drink on, we traipsed over to Libertytown to see Mirinda’s latest painting.  it was Darryl who pointed out the familiar location of the setting of the painting.  It was the rear patio seating area at the Kenmore Inn, where we’ve had drinks a few times.  I don’t know why I didn’t catch it it at first.  Perhaps I was trying to understand the significance of the deviled eggs.

Big changes…

Published by bobgerman on April 6, 2008 in Motorcycle. 0 Comments

I’m back on two wheels again. I’m about to start a new job, so I had to pick up some transportation. I ended up picking up my brother-in-law’s 2006 Honda VTX 1300. It’s like my last bike’s big sister. 200cc bigger in engine displacement, with the same custom cruiser stylings. Custom paint job (maroon with ghost flames), plenty of chrome, a windshield, a backrest, and custom pipes (I believe they are Bub Jug Huggers) that are assertively loud. Stock Honda pipes always make the bike sound like the Jetsons’ car.

It’s very nicely balanced, it feels really comfortable to ride, and inspires confidence. I’ll need it. My commute is some 60 miles, and the train is no longer an option. I keep telling myself the career opportunity and the money make it worth it. The commute isn’t bad, really. I’ll just feel a little better when I have an alternative besides the bike, for wet weather.

New Bike