Where is my new fishin boat? Revrin? Where is my new boat? Ever since you showed us all a picture of my new boat a few weeks ago I've been anticipating the first trip out in it to catch Salmon. I wondered if your trusty steed would be powerful enough to pull it all the way up to Seattle... but I kept the faith as you have taught me. Unfortunately the latest picture of your steed has no boat behind and I fear my dreams have washed away with the tide. If Mr Bill is somehow behind this rest assured I will take action. I know how to take care of his kind - yes thats right - RECYCLE PLASTIC!
NOOOO No, Chuck, that is not a motocycle lane. Its called a DOUBLE YELLOW LINE. Actually, theres two of them. IT MEANS THERE IS NO DRVING ON THE WRONG SIDE OF THE LINE. I know 'cause I am a smart new driver who doesn't know which side of the road to drvie on. So, I know these things. I am omnipotent, dood.
Mr. Bill Dear Uncle Chuck, I was so happy to meet you. My mommy and daddy talk about you a lot, and think the world of you. Mr. Bil was also nice too. At first, I was really worried when we sat together, but nowo I know we are friends. Please come back and visist soon.
Love you,
Master Lucas Skywalker Gale
Prius? I noticed that the best rabbits in CA were Toyota Prius. They just seem to go faster than everyone. Let me know if you see the same thing. Watch those truck mirrors when you lane split! ;) Have Bill keep an eye to the sky. Only ticket I got on my trip down there was a CHiP plane!
Hammers of Hell The Origin of "Hammers of Hell" remains somewhat obscure, but can be traced at least back to the early 1900s. The term appears to relate to the ringing of bells, commonly done with a "hammer" or "clapper." A 1911 first novel (The Trail of Ninety-Eight, relating to the Alaskan Gold Rush) by poet Robert Service mentiones "the flying hammers of hell were pounding..."
Not too long after this, in 1920, Sinclair Lewis (Mainstreet) mentioned "Hell's Bells" in a passage. From these sources, the terms seem to have taken hold in English dialects as ways of describing problems, or being under great pressure.
all new, every day-what a treat! Hi Chucky
What a ride you are taking us on! Reminds me of the villiages, mountain and beaches of southern France on a bike with no agenda, freedom is good!Yes!
Lucky Bastard 23rd day out?!! Christ, I'd have to be retired to take a trip that long- oh wait a second, you ARE retired. Lucky bastard (not jealous, not jelaous, not jelaous).
BTW, when they have that kind of weather in Texas, isn't it somehow related to a hurricane? There was a freaking tornado in Enumclaw the other day. Must be a sign of the apolcolype. Did you see a big ship in the Trinity Wildlife refuge, animals parading two by two?
Glad to see you keeping Mr. Bill in line.
-Reverend Bill
Thanks for keeping us posted. While I will be happy for your safe return, I will be sad to see the blogs end. Possibly you could keep posting after your return, about your trips to QFC, to Starbucks, Lowes, Texaco...... and provide those of us out here who's biggest social event is the internet, with a continued raison d'etre.... Keep 'em coming! (btw, can you pick up some new duds for Bill... his fashion is a little outdated)
Did you check??? I hope you checked his pockets before you left the croc reserve...you KNOW how he likes those types of critters. lol
You're right he sure is all grown up. Nice Daddy-O. THANKS for letting me share.
Sure do love you boys!!!!
XOXXOXO
Lucky One Hey Chuck, Ya know - You could have been the Lucky One and kept your sister at your house forever, but no - you had to let her slip into my grasp - and now I'm the Lucky One!!!! We just got home with fresh salmon and crab. I'll bet your eating some good seafood near the gulf!? What happened to the bug? Oh no Chuck - don't tell me you ate the bug too? Looking forward to some pictures of mossy trees. Take care and ride safe Scott
Good eating Those little frosted mini-donuts are a must on the road. The chocolate dipped buggers hold a distant second. Now, deep-fried pickles look interesting.
The riding looks excellent, and the trusty steed needed only an oil change?
Looks like Mr. Bill is an arsonist and food tosser. ABCD: Accuse, Blame, Criticize, and Deny. It's gotta be Mr. Bill, or is it Sluggo?
-The Rev
St. Louis Hi Chuck,
What an adventure, I look forward to your blogs, how fun. Michael and I lived in St Louis from 1986 to 1988, he worked for the state ~grain inspector. Be safe.
Amish girls are hot! I had corn last night, I wonder if it was a head you passed (I mean "drove by" in the last few days?) When I was eating it - it was going "noooo noooo nooooo don't eat me!!!" But I did anyway. Looks and sounds like an evyable ride Chuck, wish I was there. I keep spelling m-i-s-s-i-s-s-i-p-p-i and think of you!
Lots of Love!! Scott
Mississippi Miss I ss I pp I! You're hauling ass, Reverend. Looked on the map and saw a munitions plant. Mr. Bill afraid to stop by?
Looks like a great ride. How's the food?
-Reverend Bill
what timing... not five minutes before receiving your updated blog message, I thought to myself that you hadnt blogged in a while and it must nearly be time for an update. Then VOILA! ... there you were. Looks like you and Mr. Bill are having a great time!! Keep the posts coming!
Tough day's end we riders know how to end the day! on my way back to seattle i stayed in livingston, mt. My $140/night room (eek) had an old claw-foot bathtub...ran a bubble bath and took pictures in it too.. ;) ha!
it looks like you're having a great trip; keep the blogs coming!
sunny Souix zee rides again Looks great Chuck!! I hope Mr. Bill isn't getting "too" clean on this trip, however he does seem to be enjoying himself. Have a great time at the wedding coming up and I look forward to the next entry. I'm sure I will learn a lot about the USA in the coming weeks!
Scotto
Saftey First! First things first Revrun Chuck...
I noticed Mr Bill was not wearing any flotation device the other day while swimming. Not a good idea! You might want to think about the example you are setting for the kids.
Then I hear you are riding "triple digits" around some sweeper. Again not a good idea. How do you think Jodi would feel if Mr Bill fell off and got banged up or worse? If not for Jodi, think about the kids Rev...
Now today... you tell us you're hanging around missile silos, eating gut bomb burgers driving at very high speeds and Mr Bill is cleaning insect guts off of your boots - I'm not even going to address the Zombie sighting - Revrun? Silos, Bombs and Guts! Do you not see the danger in any of this? Please come to your senses my good man... think about the children!
I hope you come to your senses soon Revrun Chuck and be safe out there for cryin out loud!
Out of curiosity... do Zombies travel in packs, by themselves or are they generally paired up? Inquiring minds wanna know.
Be well my friend and don't forget - SAFETY FIRST!
From Alaska... OK... Im settin here in Anchorage, but I have a pretty clear recollection of my youth... Judging by the Clarity of the water, the Temperature looks to be pretty cold (by the expression on Mr. Bills Face) Im thinkin he got in a little too deep! The Piles driven into the lake... the stated locality... I would have to say Lake Couer d' alene at the outlet/ beggining of the Spokane River?
Am I close?
I followed your previous trip, hope you dont mind if I ride along? I subscribed to your blog...
Dippy Mr. Bill You don't fool me! I know what Mr. Bill was doing in the water!!!
Hey Daddy-O, I'm so glad you got the timer gizmo on your camera down. Love seeing pictures of the author.
God Speed!!!
XOXO
Love ya!
Scott L
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Where is my new fishin boat?
Revrin? Where is my new boat? Ever since you showed us all a picture of my new boat a few weeks ago I've been anticipating the first trip out in it to catch Salmon. I wondered if your trusty steed would be powerful enough to pull it all the way up to Seattle... but I kept the faith as you have taught me. Unfortunately the latest picture of your steed has no boat behind and I fear my dreams have washed away with the tide. If Mr Bill is somehow behind this rest assured I will take action. I know how to take care of his kind - yes thats right - RECYCLE PLASTIC!