Grateful, I guess.

[Dschief]

I realize this will be my first post here in a very long time, but these last few years have been very busy and very trying for me. This being the time of year, in the USA anyway, that we give thanks (Thanksgiving Day), and show our love for family, friends, and strangers alike (Christmas), I am grateful for the life I have carved out. I have a good job, money is not a major concern, in fact I care less and less about it every year. My wife just came through a major surgery with flying colors, and for that I am very grateful! She goes back to work tomorrow for the first time since October 19th, and for that I am grateful. I was able to stay with her during the crucuial part of her recuperation to make sure she had what she needed, and make sure she didn't do anything she wasn't supposed to (did I mention my wife is very hardheaded?). For all that I am very grateful!

I guess the one thing that keeps nagging at me, the one thing that makes me question how grateful I really am, I haven't had time or energy to work on, ride, or even appreciate my bikes. It literally has me depressed, like maybe I should sell them on to someone that does have the time and energy, at least some of them anyway. Motorcycles are such a defining part of our lives, should a person really feel guilty for not spending quality time with them? Wow, just re-reading what I have just written makes me feel like someone needs to reserve me a room at "one of those places".

I need a vacation.

 

[keystiger]

Dave,
It is good to hear your wife is doing well. Very happy for you both. It does sound like you have many things to be grateful for.
Seems to me IMHO the fact you have that "nagging" feeling about your bikes means you are doing "A" o.k. If you weren't that would be a problem.
Even when I can't ride, just the knowledge the Tiger is quietly awaiting me in the garage keeps me from needing to go to "one of those places". Just a few moments in the shop looking at the bike makes me feel better.
Time and energy may be more plentiful in the future, and you would regret letting your bikes go for sure. Maybe just give it some more time. Hang in there. And, if I may be so bold, look at the bright side, you HAVE bikes to miss spending time with.
I know two lifelong motorcyclist friends right now, due to economic issues, family concerns, lack of work, medical bills etc. December finds both of them totally "bike less" as they had to sell them off to meet family/finnacial obligations.......yes, it seems you certainly have much to be grateful for Sir.
Heres to even better days ahead.

 

[Rocky]

Dave,
It is good to hear your wife is doing well. Very happy for you both. It does sound like you have many things to be grateful for.
Seems to me IMHO the fact you have that "nagging" feeling about your bikes means you are doing "A" o.k. If you weren't that would be a problem.
Even when I can't ride, just the knowledge the Tiger is quietly awaiting me in the garage keeps me from needing to go to "one of those places". Just a few moments in the shop looking at the bike makes me feel better.
Time and energy may be more plentiful in the future, and you would regret letting your bikes go for sure. Maybe just give it some more time. Hang in there. And, if I may be so bold, look at the bright side, you HAVE bikes to miss spending time with.
I know two lifelong motorcyclist friends right now, due to economic issues, family concerns, lack of work, medical bills etc. December finds both of them totally "bike less" as they had to sell them off to meet family/finnacial obligations.......yes, it seems you certainly have much to be grateful for Sir.
Heres to even better days ahead.

Good post
Yes, personal life, work and family obligations have a habit of getting in the way sometimes, but not really. It's called living your life and coping with whatever comes. That's what we signed on for; taking care of family and business first.
I was 34 years between bikes so I think it's best to just ride it out - no pun intended - and the future will be here sooner than you expect.
If you let the bikes go I'm sure at some future time you will regret not keeping them.
But in the end it's your decision. You know your situation better than I do.

 

[avion]

It does get better Dave. Life is forever changing.

Just recently I was in a dark place, my health was bad, mentally everyday was an uphill battle. I didn't even want to think about my bikes, let alone work or ride on them. In this time I had received an order I placed for a load of bike related DVD's. I threw them in the back of the cupboard. I thought about selling my bikes and finding some other hobby or pastime.

Over time my health improved and so did my outlook. In fact today I was fit enough to get back out on a bike. It was fantastic - couldn't believe I ever thought of hanging up my helmet.

If you don't *have* to sell your bike/s, just give it a little time. There must have been a reason you bought them in the first place. In a couple weeks / months things will have changed.

...

 

[DaveM]

Dave it is really nice to hear from you again and lets hope we see more of you on the forum. Yes we do have a lot to be grateful for if we look around and see others in a worse place than what we are. Right now I feel the same about the bike as I just don't seem to be able to get the time to enjoy it as I should be. I have also had the thoughts of selling it off to someone that may have more time. However right now I realize if I do that the chances of getting another would be very slim. So the bike is paid for and I don't need the cash so selling it for that is not an issue. I know once it is gone I would want for it each day even f I am not riding it as I should it is just there waiting for me when I can ride

 

[Dschief]

Thanks everybody for your insights! I do plan on staying the course as I have no need to sell my bikes, I guess it's just this time of year. My wife always tells me I'm like a grumpy bear that got aroused from hibernation when the weather starts getting cold.
What's ironic is my Mom's maiden name was Bair. Hmmmm, more than a coincedence? Hahaha

 

[hemibee]

Dave, I can't add anything to what has been said other than sometimes we just need to grin and Bair it. Sorry, I couldn't resist it, the urge was too strong.


Posting with Tapatalk while riding my Tiger 955i at 15 over the speed limit.

 

[Sea Dog]

Reading this post high lights what a great bunch of people you are. Having a motorcycle in the shed, whether running or in bits defines us as individuals who actually experience freedom. Here's to you guys

 

[CarlS]

Dave, it so good to hear from you. I have been concerned and wondered if Sandy had caused you any problems.

It is great to hear that your wife is doing well. We do have so much to be thankful for. I don't have anything I can add to what has been said above. Please stay in touch; we care.

 

[avion]

I'm like a bear that got aroused

heehee

Sent from my GT-I9100 using Tapatalk 2

 

[Dschief]

Dave, I can't add anything to what has been said other than sometimes we just need to grin and Bair it. Sorry, I couldn't resist it, the urge was too strong.


Posting with Tapatalk while riding my Tiger 955i at 15 over the speed limit.

I knew I was leaving the door open with that one! Hahahaha

Thanks everybody I feel better already. I took the day off today, it's 65 degrees F, and I have already had the Thruxton out for about 2 hours. Now it's the Bonneville's turn. See you after dark!

 

[Dschief]

Dave, it so good to hear from you. I have been concerned and wondered if Sandy had caused you any problems.

It is great to hear that your wife is doing well. We do have so much to be thankful for. I don't have anything I can add to what has been said above. Please stay in touch; we care.

Carl,
Sandy didn't bother us at all really. We have had Nor' Easters hit us a lot harder. I'm far enough inland that the worst went around us.
My wife was gone for work this morning before I even got up, well the second time anyway. I got a call from my dispatcher at 4am for a "non-issue". By the time I was able to get back to sleep, her alarm was ringing. I am so glad last week is over, at least for 3 more weeks anyway.

 

[CarlS]

I am glad that Sandy missed you, the brunt of it anyway. I hope you will be able to relax during the coming holidays.

 

[keystiger]

I knew I was leaving the door open with that one! Hahahaha

Thanks everybody I feel better already. I took the day off today, it's 65 degrees F, and I have already had the Thruxton out for about 2 hours. Now it's the Bonneville's turn. See you after dark!

Great Job! Glad you got to do a little riding Dave.

 

[Dschief]

It was, indeed, a beautiful day for riding. The temps hit the low 70s F, and I rode until I was sore. As they say though, no good deed goes unpunished, as in a good deed for my bikes. I had 2 - 15 hour work days as my penance for taking off Monday. It was worth it.

 

[DaveM]

Good for you Dave

 

[keystiger]

A "little" mutiny is never a bad thing Ride all you can !!!!

 

[CarlS]

It was, indeed, a beautiful day for riding. The temps hit the low 70s F, and I rode until I was sore. As they say though, no good deed goes unpunished, as in a good deed for my bikes. I had 2 - 15 hour work days as my penance for taking off Monday. It was worth it.

Good for you , Dave. A couple of long work days is a good price to pay for a good day of riding.