I read Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance well before I became a motorcyclist. Granted, the book isn’t really all about motorcycling – but it gave me a bug that I did not have before.
And perhaps being a motorcyclist doesn’t even fit on my dance card anymore. Another one of those things that has fallen to the wayside with motherhood.
But I can still live and breath if I so choose. So when my garage looks likes this on any given day – it gives me peace and calm and a very big smile.
Even if I don’t ride – right now – someday I will again.
And perhaps I can join the guys again for some motorcycle maintenance.
xoxo,t
Well now I simply must see a picture of you on your bike…
And yes, you will ride again.
I had a motorcycle when I was 14 (a honking Honda 250), and my motorcycle DL when I turned 16. I don’t ride anymore, if somebody could guarantee I wouldn’t get killed riding, I go for it again…of course, on a Harley this time.
Since you didn’t have to sell the bike to get a washer and dryer, the dream can live on!
You will totally ride again — look at me, age 44 and just ride when I can. I might not log that many miles, but as the Kids get older and look after each other it gets easier. You will be able to ride again!!!
Okay, whoa. Didn’t realize you were a biker mama. Very cool. Yet scary, dangerous, thankthelord you are taking a break while being a mom. And, yet, very cool. Can you see that I have mixed feelings about bikes?? Obviously, they are coolness personified. But, they can be dangerous and I am a worry wart. My husband has wanted one for years. I’m open to it now that our kids are older. Good for you, Tracy! You’re brave! Scared of worms, but rides a motorcycle. Hmmm…. you are a complex woman. I admire your bravery about bikes! Great post!
i always pictured you in leather chaps, tracy, and now i understand why…
Ha ha Melanie!
Is that seriously your garage??? That’s a lot of motorcycle stuff!
Yes, that is really my garage – and my husband and his friends…and yes, A LOT of motorcycle stuff..lol.