Moto Blog

Going to Asheville

This weekend. Lots and lots if fun to be had! - Posted using BlogPress from my iPhone

The Sunshine State

Off we go to the Sunshine State -and just in time.... It's getting to rain in the Bluegrass... - Posted using BlogPress from my iPhone

Virginia

I continue to be mesmerized by the mountains of Virginia. Approaching Wytheville where dark clouds are blanketing the peaks and the setting Sun cast long shadows across the land. -- From the road

West Virginia

Montani Semper Liberi -- From the road

Lexington

My home for nine years. The castle, High on Rose, Alfalfa's, The Maxwell house, the Bottom Line, etc. I'm listening to the UK/UL football game on the radio. Ky is leading 10-7! -- From the road

On the riverfront

Here's a look at the work going on downtown on the riverfront in Owensboro. This is a huge retaining wall being built.-- From the road

The big "E"mpty

The Executive Inn, affectionately known as the Big E, has been a landmark in Owensboro since the early 70's but soon it will fall to progress. This is where I saw Buddy Rich and his band when I was in high school. I seem to remember seeing a Beatle's cover band perform once, as well. The riverfront is changing, though, as well as the times, and the Big E is slated for demolition. -- From the road

Smell the coffee

Ahhh and it is good coffee, too. I will miss Le Créme when I head home. So, after running a few errands this morning I am happy to report that I am gleefully sipping my triple-shot americano in the comfort of this very nice establishment. I tell ya, Owensboro is a happening place, downtown. Lots of projects going on and a plan that is really quite interesting looking. I am looking forward to coming back when it's finished. -- From the road

The man, the mystery

-- to me, anyway, Gabe has always been a mystery. Here he is, though, waving to passersby out in front of Burlew Blvd. Mini-Storage on Burlew Boulevard in Owensboro. Yep, he now has a blue coat. And, the decor of the storage place is the same color blue, so I am thinking they probably own him now ( but what do I know. Maybe someone has the scoop on that). He is not hard to find. They've got him set up right in front. -- From the road

Gabe's Tower

- in Owensboro, is in awful shape and will probably have to be torn down some day. There used to be a statue of a waving Gabe out in front but that has been gone for a while. -- From the road

Best class ever!

Wow. That was a great reunion. I think the best part was when the photographer tried to get a photo of the entire class on the stairs at the Owensboro Country Club. Let's just say we were all cutting up so bad that he earned his money last night. I didn't shoot many photos myself because I was gabbing the whole time. After it was over, me, Julie Pheifer, John Moredock and Donnie and Karen Mellon hung out at Angie Woodwards house until 4 a.m. I will post more later! Great time. -- From the road

Julia Pheifer at Reids Orchard

Julie Pheifer at Reidland. I didn't try to get in one of these and race her. I don't think I could win.

Pics from the game

Here are some some some more pics from the football game Friday night. Today some of us made a trip out to Reid's Orchard and endulged ourselved in apple-cherry slushies. Very good and homemade. The kids took the adults through the corn and soybean maze. Tonight is the reunion. I hear there may be a party in the works before and after the event. -- From the road

A great time!

Julia Pheifer and Jackie Price Killingsworth in the stands during the DCHS vs OHS game. No one had a chance to watch the game because we were all talking non-stop! But, I will say that we were robbed. 47 to zip was the final score. Ouch. -- From the road

At the game!

DCHS vs OHS. let's see who's here! Oh, and I hope we beat the pants off of OHS. -- From the road

Stomping ground

Well, I went out to the high school this morning and the folks in the office allowed me to go out to the field and take a photo. Boy did that bring back some memories. By the way, the panther is now black! Anyway, I ran into ag teacher Jason Smith as he was grilling on a Webber, outside, and he wanted to wish everyone a great reunion and a fun time at the ballgame tonight. -- From the road

It's Friday. Let's start with some coffee

Here's a pic from inside The Créme coffee shop where I've been getting my fix for the last three days. They've got the best coffee in town. I can attest to that. They also have free wifi so if you need it..... 107 E. Second Street. Tonight's the big game! I guess everyone who is attending the reunion is traveling today. Hope you all have safe trips and I will see you there! -- From the road

Nina and Pinta have arrived

- and they are docked at English Park. They will open to the public for tours tomorrow (Friday) through Monday. I told the guy about our reunion and he said that the Pinta can host parties. Hmmm -- From the road

Extras from the extreme house

Here are more photos at the Maceo house where the Extreme Homebuilders TV show crew and volunteers are finishing up work on a home for a family.  The family is supposed to see the home on Saturday. --- From the road

The "new" bridge

Now this is an accomplishment in modern bridge architecture. It's the new bridge that spans the Ohio River on US 60 near Maceo, Ky. I had to drive back and forth over it twice to get the real experience. -- From the road