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RADIOHEAD - NO SURPRISES

I felt the need to post something today but really couldn't gather any words that made sense or fit together. So instead of rambling on for a period of time, I chose a song. This was the first one that came to mind. Hope you enjoy it, it is one of my favorite's from them.

A Loss, A Win and some logs among other things...

For those people that have an interest in such things as horsepower and racing, I'm sure you have already heard the terrible news of Scott Kalitta and his horrific crash that lead to his death. Read the story here. I started to add a link to the video of the crash but after seeing it personally and with respect to the family and crew I decided against it. All I can say is that I hope he died instantly. If you so wish you can look up the video yourself but I really have to warn you with how disturbing it is. With that being said, I know we take risks everyday of all different statures but I want to say that life has no promises of anything except change. So as I have said previously, make every day count and I am happy to know you guys. Even for those that may read this that I do not know, you hold importance to alot of people as well, so you are not left out either.

On a brighter note, I was back out at Aztec Speedway last night pitting for my friend Garrett Higgins. The night started off well, with Garrett winning his heat race. He said on the last lap of the heat though that the car got a nasty vibration all of a sudden. So as we prepared the car for the main event, we gave it a good look over and luckily found the problem. The U Joints on the rear of the driveline had nearly all sheared off and it was just hanging on by a thread. So upon changing out the drivelines and making our adjustments Garrett was in the car and lined up ready to race. Right away he jumped into second place after starting in fifth. He was there for the first fifteen laps of twenty five before deciding to give it his all and took the lead and never looked back. It was a good night and the races were done by 10:30.

A different event that I wish that I could have been there to watch would have been this. Maybe next year...What do you think of it?

As I close I have to say have a good week to all and make it count.

Teen Pregnancy at Gloucester!!!

I am really at a loss of words on this one. Read the story here. Even though Time magazine broke the news, it is all over the internet. What is going on these days and do parents not care enough to raise their children to be wholesome kids? Don't the kids want more out of life, or are they not able to see past Saturday night? I shouldn't be passing judgement but what do you all think of this "happening" ?

Why???

Maybe Shawn can answer this but I will still probably have a tough time with his answer. Or any other cyclist that may read this.

Why would you be in a full sleeve jersey or arm warmers for that matter in Spain at this time of the year? The guy's that got me into cycling know how brutal summer in Europe can be. A thought enters my mind, well maybe he is in that attire because he will be going down the mountain at some point and is looking to stay warm on the way down. But, with that I would have to say that his jersey and or arm warmers are getting soaked and thus would add to the cold misery on the way down. If he has someone there to take his picture, they should be able to hand him some newspaper at the top to "stuff" as they do in races.

Or is he afraid of getting too much sun, or doesn't want to somehow be tainted with European sunscreen? The jury is out in my corner. What do you have to say....?

Ouch!!

Here is a recap of the bludgeoning of my finger last weekend. Well we had a short amount of time in between races on Saturday night and we had some setup changes to make. So after hurrying and changing out the left rear shock and me throwing the tire back on as the Garrett was getting in the car. My finger was just enough on the backside of the wheel that it got smashed between it and the brake caliper. I seriously wanted to drop everything at that moment and stand back for a moment but I didn't have a moment. So after Garrett had pulled away and I had a minute, I was able to view the carnage.

These are from Sunday evening after draining the stagnant blood out from underneath my nail.



Garrett managed to end up 7th with some very fierce out of town competition. He raced nearly 29 out of 30 laps with little visibility. Because on lap one as he was going to tear off a tear off a car whipped right in front of him and instead of just grabbing one, he grabbed them all. So he had to try and wipe the mud from his shield everytime he went down the straight away and still race the car. So we can't complain that much. We just hope for better luck this Saturday.

What's going on? Not much here to report. I have been just hanging out and working. Enjoying the warm temps however I can. Have been pretty busy with the race car as well. Other than that I can't report anything. I have connected with my old friend Bree. It is great being able to chat with her. It is such a shame we let so many years pass. That's how life works though at times. Also, I have had the privilege of keeping in contact with a friend from the Navy. Funny thing is we worked side by side for nearly the whole 5 years and we are closer today at opposite sides of the country. I hope that her week is going well. Thanks to you that do continue to stop in. I'm just at a wall at many things in my life right now. Laters...

Bang it a few times!

This past Sunday I was up in Silverton, Colorado enjoying the cooler temps and the mountain air. I had taken several pics throughout the day. Then as many times before I pulled out my camera to snap a pic of Hannah Bear and all of a sudden it was not cooperating and gave me an error message. Nothing I did was solving the problem and my disgust was on the rise with every attempt to correct it.

So upon returning home that evening, I started doing some research online and came across some unusual advice! Bang it a few times!! If you don't believe me, check it out here...

So after reading that, I took the advice of others with prior complications and BAM it worked!! Crazy I know!

Another change

After further review, I found that the red background I had was making the words difficult to read. This is much more appealing, so deal with it.

Where do I go

I am finding myself in a constant state of restlessness with several areas of my life. At the same time I have some friends that have been a tremendous help to me. So C.A.L. and the former Ms. Bell, I want to say thank you for taking the time to listen to me.

Well I had a nice weekend at least. I was able to make it out to the lake and hang out with my buddy Chad and his family and then later in the day with Caley and her folks. It was a beautiful day and hope that we can meet up again sometime soon and enjoy the great outdoors! Yesterday I went with my brother and his family up into the mountain town of Silverton, Colorado. There is a fair amount of snow still up on the peaks and the air is still brisk at the warmest part of the afternoon. I can't wait to spend another 4th of July up there!

I know Mary is going to enjoy cutting her herbs for the last time tonight. I'm sorry that she has to leave on the terms she is but I don't blame her a bit and know how people can be.

I also have to give a shout out to Liz. I was really surprised to receive an email from her but it was most welcome! I am envious that she was able to catch a bit of the race in Philly yesterday. I am also happy that she fell in love with it and the inspiration and uplifting that it gave to her.

Lastly I have to send a big CONGRATS to Shawn for his accomplishment of winning his catergory and becoming the California state TT champion and also his work with Mr. Tingley for a combined effort and championship in the TTT. Good job guys!